Customer Reviews New Balance Made in US 990v5

I have worn New Balance Stability shoes on and off for years. Had great hopes but was painfully disappointed. I'm 71 and need fore foot cushioning. The 990v5 was like walking on a brick. No support and no cushion. After 5 hours at the warehouse, I hobbled down to get real inserts. They heloed alittle but can't overcome the poor design and the tongue falling over every 5 minutes. I would have returned them but theyr'e soiled from the warehouse. Width was closer to 6E than 4E.

I had previously purchased these in size 8 but returned those because they were a half size too big for my son. These came covered in pet hair.. I will not keep them.

Spend the money on more expensive NB. It's worth it

I bought a pair of sneakers for my best friend's birthday, and he absolutely loves them! They fit perfectly, provide great orthopedic support, and have even helped with his back injury. I'd like to reorder the same pair, but I noticed that the Men’s New Balance Made in the USA 990v5 is currently out of stock. Could you please let me know when it will be available for purchase again?

My first pair of the 990's and they feel fantastic on my feet,and they're not to squishy which is what I like . That and a firm sole .

Nice firm fit. Conducive for walking with an assured step.L

These shoes are great. Well made and comfortable right out of the box. Too bad New Balance discontinued them, the newer design is nowhere near as good.

My measured shoe size is 10 4E, but I ordered these in 6E as 4E shoes tend to fit tight. These seem to fit nicely in a 6E for me. Good support when running.

8 1/2 N was too short, so I got this 9 N which works well.

they fit perfect i would like to order another pair but they are too pricy

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Nice fit and lasted a long time before needing to be replaced.

Fit was comfortable for use with my orthotics and sports socks.

Purchased these for my husband. He’s been wearing the 990 series since the beginning. He says 990v5 is the best fitting version.

990v5 fit very comfort out of the box. These are for my husband. He’s been a dedicated 990 series wearer from their beginning!

My son likes these shoes. They are extremely comfortable and come in wide which he needs. He wears a 13 and purchased a 13. I like that they are US made. A bit expensive but made well.

About 35 years ago, when I ran 4-5 miles five times a week, I developed knee pain and saw an orthopedist. I was diagnosed with chondromalacia patella, inflammation behind the kneecap. I then saw a highly regarded doctor at a university sports medicine clinic, who gave me two "prescriptions": one for custom-made orthotics, and the other to get myself NB 990's. Following those directions enabled me to keep running until my mid-60's, and ever since then I've been able to keep fit by hiking in the hills. When my ankles, knees or hip start to feel cranky, I know it's time to replace my NB 990's (which have had different numbers starting with 99X over time, and are 990 V5 now). I much appreciate Zappo's having made them more affordable on a sale. For me it truly is like renewing a prescription. I just started wearing the new pair; they look and feel to be the same fit, feel and quality as I've been used to.

I've worn these before, ind searched far and wide for my size. NB has discontinued this model and they are very hard to come by

Feet on wider side but regular width was fine.

These shoes are perfect! I’ve been wearing this line of shoes since their inception. My podiatrist recommended them.