Customer Reviews New Balance Minimus 10v1

I've wanted a pair for a long time, and was pondering if I should get wide or not. I'm a woman who regularly gets men's shoes because of toe box tightness. I ended up getting an 8 wide. I usually wear an 7.5 regular, but I'm glad I went with that choice. No tightness anywhere! There's plenty of room for my baby toes. The arch support isn't as high as I wanted, but everything else works, so I'll work with that. I'm interested to see how these hold up though.

At first I wasn't sure how they would feel. I have very flat feet and walk a lot. I did a 4 mile walk to start off and they worked great.

This is my first purchase of Minimus Trail runners, and I am a convert. They are like a second skin. The wide toe box, minimal heel drop, and lack of heel counter allow my foot to move naturally and get stronger. As expected with minimalist shoes, they do not have much cushioning, so not a good choice for road warriors IMO, but they work for my runs which are completely off-road. The sizing advice for the MT10s ("half a size up from your normal NB size") was spot on. I like to wear them out and about as well as running; that way my achilles doesn't shorten up like when I wear thick-heeled shoes, and my toes can splay out like they are supposed to (which seems to help my plantar fascia work correctly and not give me grief). They would also be good for "functional fitness" gym wear (albeit when they are not covered in mud). :-) I don't usually do 5 stars but since they were on sale, I'll splurge.

I have been buying this shoe since NB began making them. (disappointed when the minimal - zero drop- road shoes where dropped) The shoe has stayed pretty much the same. Any changes have been good ones. I like this last pair and may buy another pair in fear that they will be discontinued.

Great color and style, keep up the good work! I love these trail runners please do not change the style, just add new colors!

Bought this shoe for hiking. So far one of the most flexible and comfortable shoes I've worn. Loving it so far.

I love these shoes. I wear them everyday as regular wear. They are very comfortable...that is if you don't mind the minimal support.

The shoes are great for every day wear but are superior for running/trail running. Most comfortable shoes I've ever put on and they wear like iron. I recommend them unconditionally.

They are comfortable, with good grip and light. Like barefoot but wearing shoes!

I use these for lifting and for HIIT, and for trails. I use the old pairs for walking around in. Simply the best shoe I have ever had for all purpose training. To each his own, but these are my favorite.

The most comfortable shoe I ever tried. It's like being at bare feet. Will definitely buy another pair just to have it as a backup!! Buy 1/2 size up and Wide selection

The Minimus Trail shoes have been my standard for years. I've long given up running due to heart issues, but these are great for hiking here in the Tahoe Mountains, or just walking around town. I feel connected to the ground, while still protected. NOTE: I wear a 12.5 in all other athletic shoe brands, but NB are consistently a 13 for me. WISHES FOR NB: That you'd bring back more cool colors, like that Electric Blue. Red. That you increase the durability of the mesh in the toe box. Other than that, AWESOME SHOES!

These shoes are durable yet lightweight, awesome for running anywhere. This will be my third pair, I will keep buying them as long as NB makes them.

So far, they are one of the best pairs of shoes I have ever owned. Hopefully, they won't fall apart!

These are an unsatisfactory replacement for my MR00BY2. I don't understand why NB discontinued the MR00BY2 as they were fantastic, I wore them for a long time and only had to seek a replacement when they finally fell apart.

When my grandson tried the shoes on, he couldn't get his foot into the toe part. There is not enough toe room as the design of this shoe has very low room for the front part of the foot.. He wears size 13 2E and he is 6' 3" tall. All his other styles of New Balance shoes fit. We are going to the Pasadena store to return them. I told him I will never buy him shoes unless he tries them on in a store. They are very nice looking shoes. I might be returning them this Wednesday, when he is out this way. Grandma Sandy

Great for weightlifting and running. Runs true to size. I am a 10.5 in all new balance and this fit that sizing perfectly. My knees and feet were hurting a lot (after wearing my old minimus shoes for 5 years...) and I upgraded to these last week and it's been amazing. My knee and foot pain went away. Great shoe. Definitely recommend.

I love everything about this shoe...only one complaint... I have fairly large feet and like lots of room in the toe box so that I have ample room for toe splay when striking the ground - as I try to use a midfoot/forefoot running technique - so I ordered them in a 11.5 and 2E width. Upon first trying them on I was impressed with the sock-like fit and truly lightweight and minimalistic feel but i noticed they were a little tight in the toe box, in that the side were pushing on my pinkey toe, much like most traditional running shoes I've owned have. I was hoping to see a more natural cut on the front contouring with the shape of the foot but I did try them out for a few light runs I had no pain or issues of any kind, thus I will give this 5 stars and would highly recommend this new balance model to anyone who is looking for a good looking, low profile minimal drop and mimamal cushioned trail running shoe, and if your worried about the width I would definitely opt for the 2E option.