Customer Reviews New Balance 1540v3

Make sure you keep this shoe in stock especially the size 9 and 9.5. Critical to me shopping with you!

I have been wearing New Balance shoes for many years and have always been able to get a good fit. Most recently, I've been happy with the older versions of 940 and 990 (three and two years old). They don't work for me any more, but New Balance is now the only brand that carries shoes that are narrow enough. I decided to settle for the 1540 v3, wearing slightly thicker socks and Superfeet insoles. They feel firmer, less cushiony, than my 940s. The heel is a bit loose, but I think they will work. In my case, I am very happy with the shorter shoelaces. Most of my New Balance shoes have laces that are way too long, and I have to triple tie them to keep from tripping. The tongue of the shoe is a bit too short, not a deal breaker. For reference, I walk six miles a day. I wear a Size 9.5 AA. (In a dress shoe, I am a 9AAAA.) The price point of these shoes seems very high (about $180 plus tax).... wish there were more choices for me.

I've worn NB shoes for running and cross-training for over 30 years, and this is the first pair that did not feel comfortable out of the box. I got the same size as for all my other shoes, but they were too tight once I tied them. I think it's because the laces were too short, so I bought some longer ones. So far they feel more comfortable with the new laces. The length and toe box are comfortable and they are correct width, so I cannot say the fit is bad.

I recently purchased this shoe at my local New Balance store. I have very narrow feet and pronate. The only shoe available at the store or online in a 2A was this shoe. I also purchased an insert for low arches. This shoe is considered a running shoe. At the moment, this new shoe is very stiff, and would be difficult to run in. I do not run, but walk a lot and workout at a gym. I am hoping it softens. My sore feet from the previous pair is improving. This shoe does give great support.

I had to return this because my heel slipped out even when I tied the laces to prevent this. I suspect they might "run big." The good is that there is a lot of structure in the sides and back of this shoe, if you need stability (e.g., over-pronate), and the toe box is roomy. The bad news, as others reported, is that the length of the tongue is so short that it barely covers the laces. They laces are likely to slip beyond the tongue and dig in to the top of my foot.

I'm 68 in fairly good shape. Bought this shoe for daily wear & walking. It is comfortable enough to leave on all day including 3 mile walk. Laces do slip a little so double knot. 4 stars because wish there was a little more padding to cushion foot pad under toes. Heel cushioning good & love that they are USA made!

You need to get other colors in this sneakers 1540v3. I know people would buy this sneaker if they had more color choices. Thanks

I have a heel Spurs and was having a difficult time walking. This shoe definitely helped me a lot now and it's much more easier to walk with. I'd only wish it was lighter and had longer laces and tongue.