Customer Reviews New Balance MR749

I bought these in a 14, normally wear a 13. They fit pretty well. New Balance has joined the horde of shoe manufacturers who believe running shoes should come to a point in the center like womens’s heel dress shoes, so if you don’t want to break your big toe, buy this shoe a size large. Personally, I dislike the gray and red theme, but that was my best choice…

I have been told by a New balance Rep that this shoe is the new updated version of the 740 stability trainer which I loved. I loved that pair of sneakers more than any other I've ever owned! Unfortunately, as far as my feet are concerned, the 749 is a step in the WRONG direction. This shoe runs a lot more narrow than my 740's. I have flat feet and a fairly wide forefoot so I need a sneak with EE width and a generous toe box. The 749 in a EE feels a bit cramped. The shoe also has a harder feel, less responsive cushioning than the 740 delivered. I bought this sneak in black (I hate white sneakers!), and like the styling, but that's about it. I wish New Balance would bring the 740 back into production!