Customer Reviews New Balance Classics 990v5

New Balance shoes always fit well and feel great. I like the roundness of the toe which allows comfort for my feet.

For the last three years I have been wearing NB 990v4s in 11D, mostly for running (about 8-12 miles a week) and some walking around the house/yard. I called NB customer service to ask if my current 11D would stay true in the 990v5, and they said 'yes, stay with the same size.' Well, they were right. The 990v5 in 11D feels terrific right out of the box. The sneaker is snug/secure (in a good way) around the entire foot, while only using about 70% of the lacing capability. As the shoe breaks in and stretches over time, I still have the 30% of lacing capability remaining to keep the snug fit I was used to when the sneaker was new. With my 990v4s, I really had to crank hard on the laces to ensure a snug fit when they were new, so I had no lacing/tightening capability in reserve as the sneaker stretched out over time. All in all, very happy with initial fit, construction/design, aesthetic appeal, and unboxing first impressions.

Been with NB alot of years and have to say the Classic 990 on up through the numbers and versions are the standard. I have tried other brands and always come back for the true fit and comfort. This V5 is no exception. I am a large runner/walker and find the V5 to work better for me than even the NB940 recommended for hefty men. They are pricey but worth it!

The shoes were just fine. I made a mistake and ordered too wide a size and I had to return them. The return was slick, easy, and fast. Five stars for customer service.

Great walking shoe.

I'm a big fan of New Balance because they are one of the few companies that provide shoes in different widths. I used to be a marathon running and it is the only shoe I would wear because of the fit. Now that most of my time is spent just walking I still go with NB because they just fit right every time. This is my 20th year of being a dedicated NB satisfied customer