Customer Reviews New Balance Fresh Foam Arishi v2

My fat feet love NB shoes, but not these. I love the style and size-wise they fit as expected. But as other reviewers have commented, the sole on these is super thin and flimsy. Just not much support. I'm so grateful for Zappos generous return policy.

Super good looking, darker green than light, airy and comfortable just as a NB would be expected. The lightweight style is perfect for everyday wear and great on weekend trips. I rotate these with Columbia lightweight boat shoes for a great alternative. Super thin tag that feels clean. I would recommend these especially while on Sale! Thank Zappos/ you are amazing!!

A followup to my earlier review, now that I have worn these to my cardio exercise classes for 2 weeks. I wanted a light shoe but now i know never to buy foam sneakers. Arch support is almost nil. I do not like the thin material on the top. My next pair will be light classic type shoe. I still favor New Balance.

I always wear Nike 9.5 wide and have a wide foot. I wanted to try a new shoe. I ordered 9.5 wide in New Balance. The shoe was about a half size to large felt like a 10 or 10.5. I sent back and Zappos return process very easy. I received the 2nd pair size 9/ 4E very fast shipping. The fit was perfect. The shoe looks great and very lightweight. The insole is very very thin. I can feel everything on the bottom of my feet as I walk especially if the ground is rocky. It has very little arch support. See attached photos of the insole, which are not glued in and can be removed easily. Overall rating should be 3.5 Stars.

Always been a size 12, sometimes 11.5 depending on the brand and sometimes I have to get a wide size. Fits okay, but not ideal for leg day or cardio as shoe tends to slide forward and press up against big toe.

My old pair of New Balance shoes (different model/style) is also 11-1/2 4E and fit perfect. I have a very wide foot, and this pair of 4E's are much more narrow. My foot pours over the edge of the shoe. Very disappointed in the fit as the rest of the shoe looks and feels great. Thank you Zappos for your easy return policy. I really wish these would have worked out.

Positives: The shoes are a) very light; b) very comfortable.. Negatives: 1). Not water-proof in that when I get the paper in the morning, if there is dew on the grass and I walk on it, my socks get wet. 2) The laces that come with the shoes tend to untie themselves unless you double-knot them.

Great lightweight fit and cool color. Not like your neighbors shoe!!

Great shoes for $60. Wear as casual shoes to work so not doing any running in them. Comfortable and not flashy which is what I was going for.

I normally wear a 11.5 in NB. I tried the Arishi in 11.5 and it was surprisingly too small. Traded it in for a 12 and the shoes fit perfectly. Very satisfied so far. Light and comfortable.

My feet are so happy with these! My wallet too! love them so much I bought three pair. Lightweight & super comfy for my cranky feet.

So far these fit very good , little too early to tell as far as long time wear!

These were used as training shoes for my son’s track season. He liked them a lot! Didn’t need breaking in. Fit great, comfortable and good durability.

Great fit but the front of shoe fell apart after a couple wears

These are awesome lightweight shoes despite the toe box being a bit tight for a 4E width. Would have a 5 star except for that. (and as an older guy I really do not need a yellow sole on an aluminum shaded sneaker)

Runs true to size

For some reason, after years of wearing 10.0, I needed a 10.5. They feel light ... good on one hand, a little cheap on the other. My biggest concern is that after just 38 miles (according to Strava) the trim near the ankles is already fraying and coming apart. My last New Balances went 400+ miles and I don't think these will get anywhere close.

Very little arch support. Had to return

Way too narrow for a supposedly 4E width. Had to return them.

These shoes were fraying with minimal wear in less that 2 months. Waste of money.

Really like these shoes, been wearing them to work for the last half of a year, holding up pretty well. Laces do come loose a lot though. Have to double them.

The shoes were just short enough to be uncomfortable. The width was good and the fabric was breathable as I prefer. I particularly liked the gray sole over a white one.

A really great shoe....have now ordered 3 pair.

I’ve worn them for a few days, and they are the most comfortable shoes I own. They’re great! They are may daily wearers now.

Bought for my husband, he’s been wearing them daily. True to size. And as always with new balance shoes they are super comfortable.