Customer Reviews New Balance Kids GK888v2 (Big Kid)
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81%5Rated 5 stars out of 5
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Customer Fit Survey:
88%"Felt true to size"
94%"Felt true to width"
75%"Moderate arch support"
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Very, very comfortable shoes!! No rubs or blisters right out of the box. So comfortable, I don't want to take them off!!
I am a woman who usually wears size 5 1/2 in women's shoes, but somewhere in my 50s, my feet got a little wider. The support is great; I have gone on long walks with no problems. No rubs or blisters right out of the box. I discovered that boy's shoes are a little wider, so I get my sports shoes in boys' size 5. (5 1/2 is too long) Length is perfect and the boy's medium width is just right for me. Generally less expensive than women's shoes also.
Small complaints: the dark blue is much closer to black than the photo, and the shoe laces should be little longer.
Carol, Zappos Customer,
3 found this review helpful.
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My son loves them
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
3 found this review helpful.
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I purchased these sneakers for my son because I wanted sneakers that were more of a “winter” weight and they are exactly what he need. They are comfortable, true to size but a little heavier than canvas sneakers. This is the 3rd pair I’ve purchased and would highly recommend. They wear well and look great even after many months of wear!
Kathy, Zappos Customer,
2 found this review helpful.
Overall4Rated 4 stars out of 5
Reviewed at New Balance
My daughter wears braces on her legs (AFOs) and New Balance XW sneakers fit her very well. This style especially. With AFOs, kids can bust out of velcro easily, so it's great that they offer this in laces. My only gripe is that there are never enough variety in color for each style. I would seriously buy 4 of these sneakers to give her some variety in choice.
Mckane16,
1 found this review helpful.
Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
Reviewed at New Balance
I wear them casually and for work, they're comfortable on my feet. I love them
Skinn,
0 found this review helpful.
Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
Reviewed at New Balance
They look fantastic. Can't wait for Christmas morning for my 13 year old to open them up under the tree and try them on. He's going to live them. I only get him New Balance.
Carie,
0 found this review helpful.
Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
Reviewed at New Balance
comfortable fun colorful cute soft
Judi,
0 found this review helpful.
Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
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Great looking shoe! Glad to find an Extra Wide. Comfortable and well made.
Mel, Zappos Customer,
0 found this review helpful.
Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
Reviewed at New Balance
My daughter loves her new balance sneakers. They are comfortable and cute. Thank you.
Oli,
0 found this review helpful.
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XW New Balance for the win, again. These are the only brand/xw shoes that seem to consistently fit my son's feet. We add insoles for the arch support.
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
0 found this review helpful.
Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
Reviewed at New Balance
The extra wide feature makes these shoes a great fit for our son.
Mom,
0 found this review helpful.
Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
Reviewed at New Balance
Our kid has AFO's and the wide shoes are only available at this price from New balance. They shoes look good and hold up well. Love them.
Foolsquire,
0 found this review helpful.
Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
Reviewed at New Balance
My eight year old really enjoys these shoes. They fit well and are true to size. They are sturdy and will last.
Chris,
0 found this review helpful.
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We are New balance family, and this is not first time we are buying this shoe, always exceeded the expectation. and zappos one of the best site to buy shoes. Thanks Zappos!
I'd also recommend:
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Amalendu, Zappos Customer,
0 found this review helpful.
Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
Reviewed at New Balance
I bought these last year for my grandson for school. He wore them all year--they held up great and he liked them. Got next size up this year and he is happily wearing them.
Aernest,
0 found this review helpful.
Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
Reviewed at New Balance
The shoes are great..the material, the fit, the color. Having the extra wide option is wonderful. My daughter loves her new shoes!
MommaBear,
0 found this review helpful.
Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
Reviewed at New Balance
These shoes stay tied and they fit great. My daughter loves them!
Connie A,
0 found this review helpful.
Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
Reviewed at New Balance
My husband has small feet. I am so happy to finally find a shoe that fit him great. I quality of the product is great as well.
Rick W,
0 found this review helpful.
Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
Reviewed at New Balance
I had recently bought myself a pair of navy blue New Balance 990's for myself and my son loved them and wanted a pair. Hesitant to buy an 11 year old a $175 pair of sneakers seeing he'd do what little boys do with sneakers in a few months, I decided on the 888. He couldn't tell the difference, he says they are the nicest and most comfortable pair of sneakers he's ever worn. The best part was the price, much less than any pair of New Balance I would have found in the mall. Great buy.
Cheves,
0 found this review helpful.
Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
Reviewed at New Balance
One of the best sneakers i always buy for my boys! Comfortable and they don't get dogged out fast!!! About order then another pair in a few minutes!
Jenn,
0 found this review helpful.
Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
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The fit and size of this shoe was perfect for my 9yr old (3rd grade). The shoe is very comfy - he wears them almost daily. He runs in them with no problem. These were also his "basketball" shoes and he had no complaints throughout the season. We'll be sizing up soon and this will be our go-to!
I'd also recommend:
Under Armor
SuziH, Zappos Customer,
0 found this review helpful.
Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
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Son loves them
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
Reviewed at New Balance
Cute shoes, very happy shoe comes in X-wide to accomodate people with wide feet
Kat,
0 found this review helpful.
Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
Reviewed at New Balance
Back story: 15 years ago I was having issues with arch support and visited a foot specialist. During the appointment they mentioned that New Balance has the best support of any sneaker. They did not sell footwear (only supports) so they had no financial incentive to recommend NB. I have been wearing NB ever since, I like their styles as well
Matt M,
0 found this review helpful.
Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
Reviewed at New Balance
My daughter loves running in these! The colors are so vibrant and her feet feel great in them too!
Momof3,
0 found this review helpful.
