Customer Reviews New Balance Hook and Loop 577

I'd originally purchased the 576 model of these shoes in 2009, and this year bought the 577 as the 576 was finally showing some wear. Tough and long-lasting. I will say that the 577 model does seem to have slightly shorter velcro straps than the 576, I was surprised at first but once the shoe loosened up a bit, this wasn't a problem for me. In the past, I've had issues with my feet swelling due to medications, foot injuries, ingrown toe nails from too-tight shoes and other foot issues. A podiatrist recommended that I might loosen my shoes or even remove them when sitting in order to relieve some of the pressure or else not tie them so tightly... Ok, have you ever tried re-adjusting the tightness of your laces constantly? Or how does it look to slip your shoes off in a workplace and then you have to hurriedly put them on and tie them before you can walk somewhere else?? These are PERFECT, I can adjust the fit just perfectly in an instant without removing them completely. If one foot is giving me a problem I can even wear one shoe much looser than the other, thanks to the velcro straps. When sitting, I can loosen them up almost completely and let my feet have the room to relax and yet cinch them back up almost in an instant in case I have to walk off somewhere. Much nicer than sitting at your desk "shoeless", in my opinion. So these were just perfect. And New Balance construction is awesome, and also one of the better shoes that is still MADE IN AMERICA. Hooray! So for me, these shoes were winners, any way you look at it. I would recommend that you order up a half-size as that is how New Balance tend to fit. I did get my correct shoe size at a local New Balance store, but they did not have these hook-and-loop closure kind of shoe. Once again, thank goodness for LL Bean!

The tongue was also an impediment for me to getting them on and to the velcro closure tightened

I bought these shoes for my son, he says they are comfortable and is enjoying them.

I'm sure this shoe is good for anyone, but it specifically meets the needs of a family member who wears a foot brace. In 4E it is wide enough and flexible enough to fit the brace inside once the insole is removed. The non-marking sole is great too. The identical shoe provided by a medical facility had a marking sole, so our home was covered with black rubber. Not so with these shoes! While LLBean is not the only provider, they were the only place with these shoes in stock when we needed them.

Have purchased this item many times for my son, always good quality. This last pair is very cheaply made. Tongue on shoe is stitched with only a few stitches. Makes the tongue very unstable. I would much rather pay a little more money for better quality. Won't purchase again. This product is a real step down from the original.

My wife ordered a pair for me in a size 11 EEEE. A perfect fit and a really great pair of shoes to walk in. Very comfortable to the feel and for being on your feet all day. Finding EEEE shoes is not an easy task any more. I will be back to shop at LL Bean.

The Velcro straps are too short. Part of the hook is left exposed and catches on the bottoms of slacks, damaging the material. Two more expensive New Balance models do not have this problem.

I have been wearing a EE in this style for years. I ordered an EE but it was definitely too narrow...I have returned them to be replaced with EEEE and I trust they will be fine.

My second pair, black & white, most comfortable shoe I have had.

This is the fourth pair of these walking shoes. I would highly recommend to anyone looking for complete comfort and durability.

I am a diabetic with normally wide 10 3E feet. Diabetics must worry about blood circulation in their feet, and the danger is a cut or abrasion from say a blister that could take forever to heal. The wide 4EEEE width is ideal, and the added Velcrow is perfect because if you tie laces loosely they always come undone, but a velcrow closure can be whatever you make and it always stays that tight or loose, without coming undone. These New Balance Sneakers look great, fit flawlessly and are the safest for people like myself. Use 100% wool socks and not cotton because cotton causes abrasion, wool never does.

I bought these for my husband. He absolutely loves the ease of putting these on because of the velcro straps! No laces to tie! Plus they always look neat!