Customer Reviews New Balance WW928v3
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Customer Fit Survey:
76%"Felt true to size"
79%"Felt true to width"
73%"Moderate arch support"
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I have never worn a narrow shoe, but no matter how much I tightened these, they slopped around on my foot. Also, the color is listed as gray, but they really are a tan.
I'd also recommend:
Mizuno Wave Paradox, Inspire or Catalyst - all recommended by my physical therapist
Jean, Zappos Customer,
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I originally tried the same size I wear in the 1540, but it was much bigger. So I tried this smaller, wider size because I need toe room. However, when walking I feel like my feet are slapping on the ground, unlike the 1540 which has a nice feel to it. After 1 day wearing them, I couldn't wait to get them off. The sole felt like a hard plank and the inside was not nice on my feet. Also I need toe room, and they made them narrower than my old 928's. So unfortunately I wasted my money on these very expensive shoes and will have to keep looking for something that supports my foot and is comfortable, and good for walking.
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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Overall3Rated 3 stars out of 5
Reviewed at New Balance
These are very nice shoes. I had heel pain and got these shoes which helped with the problem but I do alot of standing at work and moving around, now I got arch pain. Not very comfortable and doesn't have that cushion support that I expected it to have. I still wear them to work but by the middle of the day I just want to sit down. Other than that the shoes have enough room for my toes to move around and are nice looking.
Daisy,
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Great walking shoes
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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Long term wearer of original 928's. Loved them even before foot surgeries and orthotics became necessary. Originals accommodated these changes to my feet beautifully. Then came V2's .....a total disaster for the 928. The V3's corrected some of the V2 flaws, but New Balance never should have ruined the original 928 by trying to remodel it, no matter what the intention. Don't mess with a proven product! The V3 is narrower in all respects, especially in the toes. The toe box is not as deep, the heel is more shallow, the arch is not as supportive, and the whole shoe is less flexible than the original 928. Better than V2, but tell New Balance to make V4 exactly like the original 928 and they will win back a bunch of formerly devoted customers.
Janet, Zappos Customer,
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Shoe was comfortable enough but the toe area is way too boxy. Would be a good choice for people with bunions, etc. Too clunky for me though.
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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Unfortunately I have to return these as I must be falling between sizes. The 10 was a little short but my heel slipped quite a bit in 10 and a half. The show box does feel much deeper than my last pair of 928"s bought 3 years ago and shoe feels much stiffer but perhaps they are not broken in. The style is exactly as pictured and it does appear well made, just not for me. Thank you for your courteous service.
I'd also recommend:
Merrill, Brooks, Aravon
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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Returned them. Too long and narrow. Not like the original 928s. Liked the blue suede, but the width was not accurate. Returned and disappointed . Not made well
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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Overall3Rated 3 stars out of 5
Reviewed at New Balance
For years now I have worn this shoe. My orthotics were made specifically for this shoe. However, in the past 2 years I can
no longer wear it. This time it is the narrow toe bed. Two years ago I purchased 3 pair of the old shoe when the 928 first came out because the next model fit terribly. I had hoped this new 928v3 would be just the one. I am disappointed
Disappointed,
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Overall3Rated 3 stars out of 5
Reviewed at New Balance
The shoe is comfortable but the top eyelets are smaller than the laces tips
Sher,
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Overall3Rated 3 stars out of 5
Reviewed at New Balance
good comfortable shoe for motion control....but toe box way too wide for my AA foot
Pm,
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Overall3Rated 3 stars out of 5
Reviewed at New Balance
This is the third pair of NB shoes I've bought (same exact size), but I have noticed this pair runs a little big.
KAK,
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I first ordered my size 8 1/2 M. They were way too tight, using my inserts as usual. I ordered the 9M, and 9W. I have never worn a 9 before. I settled on the 9W because they felt, better on the bottom of my feet. I waited a couple weeks to write a review. Like other reviews, they are cut lower, therefore needed to use last lace hole, making the laces much too short, and the tongue too short. Since the bottoms of my feet don't hurt, I'm keeping the 9W. I'll probably try another brand on my next pair. The dark navy does make my feet look smaller.
Melissa, Zappos Customer,
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Overall3Rated 3 stars out of 5
Reviewed at New Balance
Ipr3030 insoles have become thinner over the years. I used to be able to feel tne met pad under my toes but not anymore. Give us back the support we used to have with these. We need that to keep walking.
Cm,
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Overall3Rated 3 stars out of 5
Reviewed at New Balance
I've been a faithful NB wearer since the 925, When 928v2 came out, they did not fit me at all, so I switched to Brooks, but they didn't have enough support. Switched back to NB with the 928v3, but these shoes are not as good as the original 928. The tongue is too short, and they lose support for me and the sole wears out after just 2 months of wear! I am afraid I'm looking for an alternative, as I can't afford to buy new shoes every two months.
Kdelo,
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Overall3Rated 3 stars out of 5
Reviewed at New Balance
I've been wearing NB shoes for years, since I have serious arthritis and bad feet -- mostly running shoes for the best support. This time, I thought I'd try leather for the winter. These shoes are a bit of a disappointment -- they're heavy, and the leather is very stiff -- I have a hard time getting them on and off, with my arthritic hands. But the support is good, and the shoes are not uncomfortable. I just like my fabric 990v4s better.
Jean,
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I've been wearing 928's for years. I'd even managed to get a couple of pairs after the v2 came out, but those are now showing signs of wear, so I ordered the 928 v3. I'm so disappointed and will return them. First, as others have written, they're a little narrower than the 928, especially around the toe box. Although I usually wear a B width, I always order a D in this shoe to accommodate my orthotics. I could fit the orthotics in, but it was tighter than usual. My biggest complaint is that the v3 is higher/deeper. This doesn't affect the fit, but they look like orthopedic shoes. I don't know what to order instead because I need a wide toe box because of arthritis. Any suggestions will be very welcome!
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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Disappointed. I am trying to replace this style. V3 is larger.
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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just couldn't handle the opening of this sneaker. the top of the tongue put pressure on the top of the foot where the leg meets. also around the ankle area was hard. wore all day and couldn't get comfortable.
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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Overall3Rated 3 stars out of 5
Reviewed at New Balance
Been wearing this show e for about 8yrs. The new ones do not provide the same level of support and stability. Disappointed
Kathy,
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Overall3Rated 3 stars out of 5
Reviewed at New Balance
I've been wearing the original 928 and possibly it's predicessor for many years. I have wide feet and used to look for an SL2. Always knew the shoes would fit if I got that last but you removed that from your search and I was forced to stick to what I knew to fit. The original 928 fit perfectly. Wide, deep toe box that gave my toes plenty of wiggle room. While no one was looking you drastically change to the 928V2 which was not even a distant cousin of the original. You did make improvements to the V2 in the V3 but the toe box is still narrower. I also have to say the NB has always provided insoles that gave support and lasted a long time. The new insoles in every shoe I've purchase over the the 5 years has gotten thinner and more flimsy. I have custom orthotics so I don't use them but that doesn't mean I haven't noticed you cheaping out on the insoles. The V1 weren't sleek or sexy and didn't look like "old lady" orthopedic shoes - even if they wore like them.
Centsless1,
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Overall3Rated 3 stars out of 5
Reviewed at New Balance
While happy with the size and fit (they were my usual 10W), I found these shoes to feel hard and uncushioned. I am incredibly disappointed that New Balance changed their website a couple of years ago. Now, you can no longer filter by things like cushioning, roomy toe box and narrow heel. This means trial and error when I order--and alot more returns.
Disappointed,
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Overall3Rated 3 stars out of 5
Reviewed at New Balance
I have depended on the 812's for years. You have no more 812"s. Why? This 928v3 seems to be the closest I can get. The toe box is larger, bigger than I need. The tongue irritates the inner ankle!!!!!! I miss being able to check the last for your shoes, since I found that AL2 works well for my back. I don't want shoes for pronation which most see to be. I hope I can make these work despite the tongue irritation. Other than the large toe box they feel similar to the 812"s which is good.
Eliza,
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Tried hard to get a pair of these shoes that fit, but after a couple of tries, gave up. Shoe is narrow and if I got a wide, that fit of shoe was off, especially in length. Shoe looked good, but not good fit for me and all went back.
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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Overall2Rated 2 stars out of 5
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I love New Balance but these are just too big, and stiff!
Dddenver, Zappos Customer,
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