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Rating Summmary:

938 total reviews

Review Breakdown:

64%5Rated 5 stars out of 5

14%4Rated 4 stars out of 5

8%3Rated 3 stars out of 5

5%2Rated 2 stars out of 5

9%1Rated 1 star out of 5

Customer Fit Survey:

86%"Felt true to size"

90%"Felt true to width"

77%"Moderate arch support"

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Overall4Rated 4 stars out of 5
Reviewed at New Balance
The V3's are a step backward for me and my walking stride compared to the V2's I've been using for several years (about 3 pairs per year)
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Overall4Rated 4 stars out of 5
Reviewed at New Balance
I wear this model because I have always tended to pronate.
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Overall4Rated 4 stars out of 5
Reviewed at New Balance
The shoe is great, but the shoe laces are lousy. The shoes feels better and better each time I wear them.
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Overall4Rated 4 stars out of 5
Reviewed at New Balance
My 3rd or 4th pair of 1540s. Really like the feel and support of the shoe. I just wish they would have more colors/looks that made them look a bit more contemporary/stylish. I would love it if these were part of their "customize" program.
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Overall4Rated 4 stars out of 5
Reviewed at New Balance
This is the only shoe that fits me well with no pain.
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Overall4Rated 4 stars out of 5
Reviewed at New Balance
I bought these for work, but I like them so much I'm gonna buy a pair for personal use. I don't think they're as durable as the V2's were but they look much better.
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Overall4Rated 4 stars out of 5
Reviewed at New Balance
They are great for walking and running. The 1540v3 is a great shoe.
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Overall4Rated 4 stars out of 5
Reviewed at New Balance
Toung is a bit short therefore when you tie it ties against my leg not the toung
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Overall3Rated 3 stars out of 5
Comfort3Rated 3 stars out of 5
Style4Rated 4 stars out of 5
Review for Zappos VIP Points(What's this?)
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Poor SupportGreat Support
Material on the inside top of the shoes rubbed blisters. Disappointed in the fit and it didn't improve with wear.
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Overall3Rated 3 stars out of 5
Comfort3Rated 3 stars out of 5
Style3Rated 3 stars out of 5
Review for Zappos VIP Points(What's this?)
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Poor SupportGreat Support
Stiff, not much cushion. Narrow toe box.
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Overall3Rated 3 stars out of 5
Comfort1Rated 1 star out of 5
Style3Rated 3 stars out of 5
Review for Zappos VIP Points(What's this?)
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Poor SupportGreat Support
I was skeptical at first when ordered. Ignored other reviews which mentioned being hard on feet and like boards. I felt the same thing. They looked nice BUT felt as if the platform was made of plywood. NB engineering really failed with design.
I'd also recommend:
Brooks
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Overall3Rated 3 stars out of 5
Comfort3Rated 3 stars out of 5
Style3Rated 3 stars out of 5
Review for Zappos VIP Points(What's this?)
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Poor SupportGreat Support
I have bunions and need wide shoes. I got the 4W and the width was still a little snug. The shoes are heavy and there is no cushion. The shoelaces are barely long enough to tie. I will return them.
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Overall3Rated 3 stars out of 5
Comfort5Rated 5 stars out of 5
Style5Rated 5 stars out of 5
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Poor SupportGreat Support
After 3 months, holes began to form in the area of the big toes. I kept using bigger and bigger patches, but after 7 months one hole ripped open too wide to repair. $180 sneakers trashed after 7 months.
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Overall3Rated 3 stars out of 5
Reviewed at New Balance
I normally only wear 990 series; bought this one because dark colors of 990 were unavailable in the right size. This was not a good idea. This is a comfortable shoe but in the way slippers are comfortable. The foot in it feels shapeless, and the look adds 20 years to your age.
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Overall3Rated 3 stars out of 5
Reviewed at New Balance
this is 3rd pair of 1540's. after lace up the strings tight and then start moving. . . the left foot tongue disappears into the shoe. meaning the tongue that was sticking out past the laces is now not visible
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Overall3Rated 3 stars out of 5
Reviewed at New Balance
I've been wearing the model 587 since They were first recommended by a podiatrist. Great shoe! I could walk all day with no pain at all. Then, of course, the 587 was discontinued. New Balance has a few models that are close, but none as good.
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Overall3Rated 3 stars out of 5
Comfort3Rated 3 stars out of 5
Style3Rated 3 stars out of 5
Review for Zappos VIP Points(What's this?)
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Poor SupportGreat Support
A bit short and a bit narrow.
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Overall3Rated 3 stars out of 5
Reviewed at New Balance
I run 12 to 15 miles per week. I am 6'6" and weigh 215 lbs. I wear a size 16 Narrow (B). I have been running in the Fresh Foam X 880 but was unable to get my size when I ordered recently. When I ordered, the only running shoe available to fit me was the 1540v3. I have found the 1540v3 to be stiff and for the initial runs in them I developed shin pain. This morning I ran 3.4 miles without pain, so either my body needed to accommodate to a new type of shoe, or the shoe is loosening up. I would be thrilled to know when the best time of the year is to order shoes so I can find a better selection of size 16 Narrow (B) running shoes.
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Overall3Rated 3 stars out of 5
Reviewed at New Balance
Stiff heel and not any rocker motion built in for my ankle fusion relief. Comfortable with orthotic insert but clumsy with stepping. I won't buy again
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Overall3Rated 3 stars out of 5
Comfort3Rated 3 stars out of 5
Style1Rated 1 star out of 5
Review for Zappos VIP Points(What's this?)
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Poor SupportGreat Support
False advertising... Shows picture of Flag with made in the USA on it.. The ones I got do not Show American Flag
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Overall3Rated 3 stars out of 5
Reviewed at New Balance
I was looking for a model I had previously purchased (but apparently not directly from New Balance) that isn't as stiff as these are. These are good, but a bit heavier andstiffer that I wanted.
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Overall3Rated 3 stars out of 5
Reviewed at New Balance
I'm a barber and stand on my feet all day and these sneakers are good for that, however, walking is a problem I feel like I'm walking in Franksteins shoes. My previous pair were 840v3 which I was very happy with, I thought the new pair of 1t540v 3 wold be better than the last, Incas wrong. I will continue to buy New Balance because I have a narrow foot.
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Overall3Rated 3 stars out of 5
Reviewed at New Balance
I have bought several of these sneakers and each time the binding tears. I'm returning a pair today you are issuing me an email gift card as this last pair did it in about 2 weeks but I wore the returned pair a long time waiting for this above purchase which was unavailable in my size for many months as it's the only shoe I wear due to pronation. In addition you should offer a link where one can be informed when an outage on a style/size is back in stock as it was frustrating checking several times a week for months without success.
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Overall3Rated 3 stars out of 5
Comfort3Rated 3 stars out of 5
Style4Rated 4 stars out of 5
Review for Zappos VIP Points(What's this?)
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Poor SupportGreat Support
I need a half size larger The materials feel great. Would like to get the perfect fit because the material is comfortable
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Overall3Rated 3 stars out of 5
Comfort2Rated 2 stars out of 5
Style3Rated 3 stars out of 5
Review for Zappos VIP Points(What's this?)
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Poor SupportGreat Support
The shoes are too short Mesh material is comfortable Width is fine I need a larger size Perhaps a 12.5
I'd also recommend:
New balance 928
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