Customer Reviews New Balance Fresh Foam Cruz v1

I can not speak to durability, but these shoes are so comfortable and light weight I feel like I am walking on a cloud. They are a fair weather shoe but the mesh on the lets your feet breath and not over heat plus is comfortable if you have a wide foot. The foot bed and sole conform to your foot and are soft but offer good support. They were hard to get on when I first got them, but now I would call them a slip on. The ankle band is supportive and keep the shoe on your foot, but forms to your foot over time. I have only had the shoe a few weeks is why I can not comment on durability. I also believe they are attractive for casual wear. I have recommended this shoe to friends and family.

Easy on and off. Allows feet to breathe. Not as much support as my other New Balance.

I wear nothing else but NB funning shoes and have always been satisfied with the fit. This was a new model for me, a slip-on shoe without full laces. So far, they have been satisfactory in fit and design, and the color is smart. NB recommends to order up half a size because of the design. I did not, because my true measured size is a 9 but over the years I've had to move up to a NB 10 for proper fit. I took a chance, ordered the pair in my usual size 10, and was not disappointed with the fit. The shoe grips the foot comfortably for running and walking after two weeks of wear. I'm optimistic this new design will live up to my expectations.

They aren't quite as nice as I was expecting, and they run slightly smaller/tighter than other brands in the same size. Not a bad shoe, decent look and comfort. Just was expecting a little better.

Did not know that these sneakers did not have traditional tongue - but once I tried them I really like them. Do suggest you order the 1/2 size up that NB notes (but did not see until after I bought'em.

They recommend getting a half size larger than your normal new balance size and I disagree. Ordered an 11.5 and normally wear an 11, they're a half size too big. Could've sent them back and gone thru the exchange process, but I put an extra sole in the shoe and they fit fine. Very comfortable and and like the slip on design.

I use it for casual wear and they are a little tight. I ordered a size 15, my regular New Balance size. This particular shoe seems to fit a little short. Since I have worn them outside, I can't return them.

I purchased these shoes online after trying them on in a store. I personally liked the look of them and wanted something that was stylish and comfortable for work (Desk Job). However, they wouldn't be my "go to" running shoe. Although, I do prefer New Balance for running specifics (Triathlon and Distance in particular), this would not be my first choice for that type of activity. For general use I love them and even for basic gym workouts. Overall, an amazing shoe!

I love these sneakers - super comfortable! I'm on my 5th pair. The only downside is how much/fast the memory sole breaks down.

Great casual walking shoe. My only complaint is that the shoe doesn't offer a lot of support. Would I buy it again? Yes.

The standard fit is somewhat narrow. I should have remembered this from the previous NB shoe purchases. Other than that, I really like the shoe for when I want to wear tennis shoes but am in a setting where those might not be acceptable (e.g. business casual). I expect that once I break them in, they'll be a go to for me. I only wish they came in half sizes beyond size 10.

These shoes are good for running errands, driving, or wearing around the house or neighborhood. They are comfortable and lightweight. Because of the design of the heel section, they are easy to slip on and off. And because they are thin and lightweight, without much structure, they would not be suitable for sports or hiking. So they are my go-to shoes when I'm going somewhere that says "shirt and shoes required for service".

Heard a lot of positive comments with the slip-on design. Decided to give it a try and they did not disappoint. Excellent fit and support.

Exactly as expected.. great fit, comfortable shoes

great shoe but a little snugger to get on than my last pair

My bf likes it he is 6'6" and wanted to get a wide shoes that fits him, however the first day of wearing cause him blisters so hopefully it adjusts to his feet and maybe need to be more wide.

I usually wear a 10.5 in New Balance so I got these in a 10.5 and they were way too small. I had to return them to get a bigger size, and they are very comfortable. Just make sure to get a size bigger!!

these shoes look excellent and fit perfect. They are slightly narrow, but that makes for a good snug fit for a running shoe. Good arch and heal support, but the front is a bit thin so the ball of your foot doesn't have much cushion - the only thing I would change. Great blend of style and function.

Very easy to remove but very hard to put on. Would be better if they had a tongue.

I use these daily for my morning walk along a Boardwalk in Southwest Florida. Very comfortable.

This shoe is amazingly soft and comfortable. I was advised to go 1/2 size larger than normal and that worked out well. It is comfortable both for long walks and to wear all day around the house.

I saw the web site said to order this shoe a half size larger than usual. And that worked well, unfortunately this shoe runs narrow as well. That means it wont work for me with my fat feet. I wish it did because even with it being too narrow it felt very nice under foot.

I needed some non-black walkaround shoes and these looked interesting. I've worn them several times on my clandestine walks through LA parks, and they're as comfortable as my old NBs were when first I got them, although they're still breaking in to conform to all the odd bumps on my feet. I still insist on donning them the old way, pulling the backs over my heels instead of stepping in and then pulling the heels out, but they're working fine that way. One issue I have with almost all shoes these days is that my big toe keeps punching holes in the uppers if I'm not careful to get shoes with two-ply uppers over the toe. I'll have to wait to see how these ones work. But I am thinking about getting a pair in brown.

Have been wearing my shoes for walking and biking. They're great. Lightweight and snug to your foot. Very comfortable and I love the colors. Great pair of shoes.

Looking for better support thought the shoe. My foot caves and feels less supported compared to my aciscs