Customer Reviews New Balance 806 Tennis Shoes
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43%5Rated 5 stars out of 5
16%4Rated 4 stars out of 5
14%3Rated 3 stars out of 5
13%2Rated 2 stars out of 5
12%1Rated 1 star out of 5
Customer Fit Survey:
65%"Felt true to size"
67%"Felt true to width"
79%"Moderate arch support"
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Overall4Rated 4 stars out of 5
Reviewed at New Balance
the 3rd purchase I finally got the right size. I'm still waiting on the refund from the first two purchases through New Balance
Mel,
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Overall4Rated 4 stars out of 5
Reviewed at New Balance
I researched for a straight last, light weight leather shoe for tennis that would support optimal foot alignment. I measure as a B width, but the toe box was snug initially. However, with wear the toe box comfort has improved. I recommend this tennis shoe for appearance, comfort and performance.
MH,
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Overall4Rated 4 stars out of 5
Comfort3Rated 3 stars out of 5
Style4Rated 4 stars out of 5
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Too small. I have worn New Balance for a very long time. The product isn’t the same. Comfort and length not like others which were similar.
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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Overall4Rated 4 stars out of 5
Comfort4Rated 4 stars out of 5
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They are wide enough across the bunion but get too narrow in the toe box and too wide at the heel
I'd also recommend:
Altra Train Running Shoe
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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Overall4Rated 4 stars out of 5
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Was a little disappointed for my old 411’s seem so much more comfortable than these.
Older, Zappos Customer,
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Overall4Rated 4 stars out of 5
Comfort4Rated 4 stars out of 5
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I like the shoe, but the toe box was a little too narrow, so I am returning them.
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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Overall4Rated 4 stars out of 5
Reviewed at New Balance CA EN
Since I have worn this very shoe which was just purchased I know quite well how it performs for me! Good support and the wide width was beneficial for . Not sorry about my specific purchase. However, it did take almost 4 weeks to receive them. Since I do not keep the 'No tread old shoes' I missed playing tennis weekly, several times a week. I did receive an email to explain its possible reasons for late delivery but it was in response to my email sent to NB to inquire about my delivery date. Not sure where the package was sent from, however. All in all, I am pleased with my purchase. Great model of shoe. Please do not stop production of them !!
Frannie,
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Overall4Rated 4 stars out of 5
Reviewed at New Balance CA EN
I ordered as this shoe as it is available in narrow.
I have only worn once so it is too early to tell but the narrow size did make a difference.
It is a different fitting show that I am used to but I did like it.
I liked the tread pattern and am curious to see how it wears on hard courts.
Brenda,
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Overall4Rated 4 stars out of 5
Comfort4Rated 4 stars out of 5
Style4Rated 4 stars out of 5
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Excellent shoe! Great sole, support, and cushioning. It would have been perfect for me with PF issues but the toe box is too narrow. It's definitely a narrow shoe and will be an excellent choice for someone looking for a stability shoe with excellent support and a the perfect balance of cushioning and rigidity but doesn't need a wide toe box. Unfortunately I have to return it and thus my search continues.
I'd also recommend:
New Balance
Margaret, Zappos Customer,
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Overall4Rated 4 stars out of 5
Comfort4Rated 4 stars out of 5
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The shoes had an area where there were seams which rubbed my little toe on one foot, making them unacceptable. Also I didn't care for the bar under the front part of the shoe which is apparently part of a tennis shoe. I don't need tennis shoes. Otherwise, they fit fine, but I am returning them.
I'd also recommend:
Saucony
Edith, Zappos Customer,
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Overall4Rated 4 stars out of 5
Comfort4Rated 4 stars out of 5
Style4Rated 4 stars out of 5
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I'm usually a 10 but occasionally use 10.5 in running shoes. The 10B was too small for me (both a little short in length and the toe box was narrower than an old pair of New Balance court shoes I had). My foot is wider at toe box and narrower at heel. They probably would work in a 10.5 E(? though I don't usually order a W) or 11B (?). But since I ordered a pair of Asics at the same time, and those worked, I'm just returning my 10Bs. Nice enough otherwise.
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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Overall4Rated 4 stars out of 5
Reviewed at New Balance
The size was perfect. The shoe is lightweight and very stable. One shoe, only, has slight rubbing on the tongue part but it is getting better as I wear them more.
Mary,
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Overall4Rated 4 stars out of 5
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I returned the shoes, right shoe was a great fit. The left shoe was small in the toe box. It must have been made a flaw from the factory. I have other New Balance shoes and haven’t had trouble with narrowest the right foot before.
I'd also recommend:
New Balance and Asics
Sue, Zappos Customer,
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Overall4Rated 4 stars out of 5
Comfort4Rated 4 stars out of 5
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These fit my feet low in the heel and were a bit wider than I liked in the arch. They are comfortable & I do like New Balance.
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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Overall4Rated 4 stars out of 5
Comfort4Rated 4 stars out of 5
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Great shoes. My bad, I ordered too wide and they were just too big.
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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Overall4Rated 4 stars out of 5
Reviewed at New Balance
The shoes work for their intended purpose. The shoes are ok.
Gord,
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Overall4Rated 4 stars out of 5
Comfort4Rated 4 stars out of 5
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These were purchased for my daughter who plays tennis. She noted that they are not as light as some of the shoes she has used in the past but a good shoe. I think they will wear well (they are well made) and like that they came in wide sizes as that is what my daughter needs in a shoe.
Karen, Zappos Customer,
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Overall4Rated 4 stars out of 5
Comfort4Rated 4 stars out of 5
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Shoes fit fine, but definitely need to be broken in . . . at least for me because I am very wide through the toes. First day wearing, toes went numb. Second day wearing, no numbness but slightly uncomfortable. I am sure they will be fine soon because this is the second pair I have purchased for pickleball and the only ones that felt good once broken in.
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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Overall4Rated 4 stars out of 5
Reviewed at New Balance
Great tread for running around ion the tennis court. Good support for foot as well. What I do not like is that the color options are missing for those with wide feet. D or EE. Why should we miss out on that fun?
Lenny,
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Overall4Rated 4 stars out of 5
Reviewed at New Balance
I've bought these a few times because there are so few wide tennis sneakers. But I do find them stiff the first few weeks. And they do crack where the crease is rather quickly. Has happened several times but haven't found a better alternative.
Jellybean,
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Overall4Rated 4 stars out of 5
Reviewed at New Balance
This tennis shoe is very well made & solid to the touch. The size fits correctly. The shoe, however, is very stiff & takes time to break in.
Deb,
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Overall4Rated 4 stars out of 5
Comfort4Rated 4 stars out of 5
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At first I thought the sneaker wouldn't fit. Seemed too narrow.
However when I put them on they were comfortable. I played pickleball and was very comfortable wearing them.
I mostly buy New Balance because of the wide width.
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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Overall4Rated 4 stars out of 5
Reviewed at New Balance
I love these for tennis. No break in required. Would have given 5 stars if they would offer an all white or color other than purple.
Lake G,
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Overall4Rated 4 stars out of 5
Reviewed at New Balance
Very stable and supportive tennis court shoe. A bit heavier than the 896v3 I like, but the narrow fits well.
Tennis J,
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Overall4Rated 4 stars out of 5
Comfort3Rated 3 stars out of 5
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There are some places that feel irritating like there were mfg. irregularities which were not correctable - an eyelet that was at an odd angle, a seam that was too rough and out of place, stitches tight enough to cause a lump on the inside of arch.
The fit was tight, but I am not returning these. This is the second pair of New Balance which I have bought from you that do not seem up to the quality standard I expect from this brand.
Susan, Zappos Customer,
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