Customer Reviews New Balance M1540v2

very stable and comfortable when worn for the right amount of time.

good shoe recommended by my foot dr feet feels better and confidence on walking and running with shoe

I loved the 1540 V1. They're sadly gone so I'm on my second pair of 1540 V2. They're harder in the heel than the original and I preferred the arch support of the 1540, but this is the current motion control runner, so that means I have to use them. I don't like the "clack-clack" sound that comes from the heel strikes when I walk. I like the large toebox - I think that comes from the S2 last.

Have liked 1540'someone for years. The V's are a little harder in the heel, but with my foot problems, still best for me

Insoles lacked cushioning, I used insoles from an old pair of N.B. and that helped

good shoes but I still think he may need 'custom' ?

The 1540 has been my go-to training shoe for four years, ever since taking up marathon running at age 42. It's a heavy, cushiony, hyper-stabilizing shoe, the very kind much maligned by many thin-sole natural running gurus, but I love it for a number of reasons. Some people think that a shoe that's too stabilizing and cushiony reinforces bad form & bad habits, like heel-striking. But concentrating your effort mentally to keep your strike on the mid-foot is all you need to do. The extra stabilization is nice for people who pronate. But what's great about a shoe with this much guidance is that on long training runs, as you get more fatigued and your technique starts to go out the window, a shoe like this will keep you honest. This is a heavy shoe, almost 15 oz. But I found that training with a heavy shoe (especially on hills) and then running races with a light shoe like the Fante is a great strategy. I got my first ever sub four-hour marathon last year in NY, training with the big, trusty 1540 and then racing with the Fante. The 1540 is also great for on my off-day 4-5 mile training walks. I guess the only thing I wouldn't use it for is trail running or hiking, as the treads on the bottom of the sole are shallow and better suited for straight-up pavement. Otherwise, a great, underrated shoe. Train with the heavy shoe and race with a lighter one. You will pleasantly surprise yourself! :)

Sneaker was what I expected. I order an extra wide for my brother. New Balance runs true to size

seems to fit great and pretty comfortable. still would be better if there was memory foam or gel in the shoes for more comfort. also a little more water resistance would be nice. water goes right into the shoes and cost a bit too much. but having wide feet this is the best fit shoe.

I wear NB shoes much of the time, both for walking and "every day". Replaces an older pair of a different model NB. The shoes support me well (220 lbs.).

The shoe has great balance..I like that it comes in black, I wear the shoes not only running, but everyday wear. The bad... heel seems to wear quickly..never any savings with the 1040 on web.

Heel should be higher and more cushioned for that price. Otherwise a very well supported shoe.