Customer Reviews New Balance 806 Tennis Shoes
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43%5Rated 5 stars out of 5
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14%3Rated 3 stars out of 5
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Customer Fit Survey:
65%"Felt true to size"
67%"Felt true to width"
79%"Moderate arch support"
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Overall1Rated 1 star out of 5
Reviewed at New Balance
Need extra wide and they seemed narrow for a 4E shoe
John,
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Overall1Rated 1 star out of 5
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Ordering these shoes THREE DIFFERENT TIMES would be hysterical if it weren't so frustrating! First time, I ordered an 8B but received an 8D (wide); Second time I ordered an 8B but received a 8B left shoe and an 8-1/2D right shoe; the third time I ordered an 8B but received an 8D (the same box I received the first time). Even though Zappos offered a free third pair, it is a useless gesture if I don't receive the size I ordered. Am I asking too much to receive what I ordered?? Can these shoes be shipped from a warehouse that actually has the correct size in stock?!
Gay, Zappos Customer,
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Overall1Rated 1 star out of 5
Comfort1Rated 1 star out of 5
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This is the second order I've placed for these shoes and both times the shoes sent have NOT been the size ordered. The first time they were the wrong width (Wide not Medium), and the second time the left shoe size was correct (8B) and the right shoe was NOT correct (8-1/2D). Don't send this pair of shoes out to another customer!
Gay, Zappos Customer,
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Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
Reviewed at New Balance
Who knew finding tennis shoes would be so hard? NB is my go to brand and I have been ordering them on line for years since the local shoe store do not carry tennis shoes, even though they have NB shoes. My only complaint is that my size went up a half size. 10 1/2 is often skipped as an option. I know feet get bigger with age, but I have several pairs of old tennis shoes, size 10, that fit fine. I just happened to be in a NB store in Pasadena or some place close, and tried on shoes. Shocked that I needed a 1/2 size larger. Why did a 10 always work and still does, but with newer shoes I need a 10 1/2. Had to give away a perfectly good pair that I bought in LL Bean in Ellsworth. Should have tried them on.
MDIWoman,
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Overall3Rated 3 stars out of 5
Comfort3Rated 3 stars out of 5
Style4Rated 4 stars out of 5
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My left foot is a little wider than my right. It is also almost a half size smaller. Typically when I buy shoes the left is tighter than the right. Not this time the left actually fits, the right is too narrow. Have to wear thin socks with these shoes in order for them to fit and then still tight on the right foot. So far only worn around the house, not sure how they will feel after playing pickleball. Consider ordering wider.
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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Overall2Rated 2 stars out of 5
Reviewed at New Balance
Wide is nice but shoe is too long as well didn't need to lengthen
Belle,
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Overall1Rated 1 star out of 5
Reviewed at New Balance
I have loved all of my NB tennies except this pair. Too heavy on foot and lost my footing a few times. Will wear around house.
Alley C,
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Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
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I am 8 or 8.5 in all other shoes, but in New Balance I am 9. These fit perfectly. I have always wanted shoes just for tennis. These felt great when I played, so worth it!
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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Overall1Rated 1 star out of 5
Comfort1Rated 1 star out of 5
Style3Rated 3 stars out of 5
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I did not like these at all. I usually order the Saucony ProGrid Integrity S2, but Zappos was out of stock, so I tried these. I have very wide feet (7 EE), and the toe box on these was tapered and very narrow. My giant feet stretched them out after a bit, so that was not so bad, but then they gave me blisters on my heel, and my heel shredded the back of the shoe. I will never order New Balance again. Zappos had my favorite Sauconys in stock again, so I got them, and my feet are happy once more.
Melissa, Zappos Customer,
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Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
Comfort5Rated 5 stars out of 5
Style4Rated 4 stars out of 5
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I usually wear a 9 W in NB, and went to a wider size based on the reviews. The fit is perfect. Very supportive and lighter than I expected. Great shoe for pickleball.
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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Overall3Rated 3 stars out of 5
Reviewed at New Balance
The present tennis sneakers I have from you are fabulous but no longer available.
Tennis,
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Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
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This is a great shoe. I wear a narrow shoe, and it fits very well. I foot is secure in the footbed. The laces stay tied, which is great for a tennis shoe. I like the look of the shoe, also. It has purple on it, which is my favorite color, and one of the reasons I chose the shoe, as well as the fact is was New Balance. I like the shoe so much, I was going to purchase another pair. However, just a few day after I purchased the first pair, Zappos raised the price $35! Needless to say, I did not order a second pair for that elevated price. I have notice Zappos is not always consistent with their prices, which is frustrating.
Dianna, Zappos Customer,
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Overall4Rated 4 stars out of 5
Comfort2Rated 2 stars out of 5
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This shoe did not fit the normal fit proportions that I am used to with New Balance shoes, which I have bought for many, many years now. The toe box was very narrow, running narrow through to the top of the foot above the arch. Very cute shoe, I might think about seeing if it comes in a wider size.
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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Overall1Rated 1 star out of 5
Reviewed at New Balance
Shoe is very heavy and uncomfortable. I was expecting it to a lot lighter for a court shoe.
JC,
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Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
Reviewed at New Balance
These are great. I have worn these for about 15 years.
Kathy,
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Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
Reviewed at New Balance
I believe that New Balance is the only company that offers Sneakers in a narrow width
Old C,
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Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
Comfort5Rated 5 stars out of 5
Style4Rated 4 stars out of 5
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Since I have an extremely narrow foot, my orthotics fills in where I need it. This is great for Court sports so I’m happy.
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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Overall3Rated 3 stars out of 5
Comfort4Rated 4 stars out of 5
Style4Rated 4 stars out of 5
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This shoe would be improved by a little arch support and more padding on the bottom. Since they do run large, they probably would fit decent orthodics on the bottom and maybe some airsoles.
I'd also recommend:
Fila, Baboloat
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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Overall4Rated 4 stars out of 5
Reviewed at New Balance
fits well, received on time , looks good h ave to have the roll bar
None,
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Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
Reviewed at New Balance
Repeat a review. Apparently you don't get any points unless you're logged in when you write the review which I did not know when I wrote the review the first time so here it is again. Love the sneakers because of the wide width they fit my bunions and have great arch support. I hope they keep making them I buy them over and over again. They are the only sneakers I can really wear.
Tracey,
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Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
Reviewed at New Balance
Tennis. EE just flops around & trips you. This has been a problem with NB shoes forever
Bob,
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Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
Reviewed at New Balance
I'm an avid female pickleball player with narrow feet and I pronate. Thank goodness I found these shoes!! Love the support they provide and the soles hold up well on indoor and outdoor courts.
Pickleball L,
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Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
Reviewed at New Balance
Really nice shoe for tennis. Also had ordered a running shoe in same size - 8M. Running shoe was a perfect fit; however, I had to change the size for the tennis shoe because the tennis shoe was 1/2 size to short and was also too narrow across the toes. I exchanged the 8 Medium for 8-1/2 Wide and it was a perfect fit. Customer service was fantastic when I called to arrange for the exchange. I would definitely continue to order direct from New Balance.
Trish,
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Overall4Rated 4 stars out of 5
Comfort5Rated 5 stars out of 5
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I love this shoe for tennis but was sent the wrong size ( first time in many years) so my orthotic did not fit. Ordered EE and was sent a D width.
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
Reviewed at New Balance
I love NB always have. I put on my new shoes and I never have to break them in. It is difficult to find narrow and size 12 women's shoes. Like to see NB produce Pickleball shoes and cloths .
Bev,
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