Customer Reviews New Balance Classics 990v5
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81%5Rated 5 stars out of 5
9%4Rated 4 stars out of 5
4%3Rated 3 stars out of 5
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Customer Fit Survey:
87%"Felt true to size"
88%"Felt true to width"
74%"Moderate arch support"
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Overall4Rated 4 stars out of 5
i use this shoe for walking , and exercise and general every day usage
Jon,
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Overall4Rated 4 stars out of 5
For my feet, the 990v4 felt a bit more comfortable right out of the box. The 990v5 took several weeks of break-in and I also needed to change the insole. For some reason my big toe wants to keep ramming into the second toe and that doesn't happen when I wear the 990v4 or other brands of shoes. Also, the soles of these shoes feel way stiffer and caused hot spots on the soles of my feet on my first few days of wear when I walked about 5 miles.
TechnoBug,
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Overall4Rated 4 stars out of 5
The fit of the shoe is very comfortable for my use which is basically walking. The shoe absorb much of the shock which makes walking farther that much more possible.
Romeo@808,
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Overall4Rated 4 stars out of 5
I use this shoe as an all around casual walking shoe, hiking on trails, as well as working out in the gym. It's a great shoe and I was sorry when the price went up significantly and am looking for an alternative option. I really appreciate that it comes in various wide widths and look to New Balance first to meet my needs for a wide shoe.
Ken,
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Overall4Rated 4 stars out of 5
This shoes last longer for me. However they are not as comfortable walking in since the redesign a few years ago.
Brett,
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Overall4Rated 4 stars out of 5
I use this product primarily for my long walks. Good quality.
Rol T,
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Overall4Rated 4 stars out of 5
Product is great, Price,
not so much.............
0,
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Overall4Rated 4 stars out of 5
This shoe is used primarily for walking and casual use. It is pretty stiff to start off, but hopefully, as with other New Balanced shoes, will get a lot more comfortable.
Jeff,
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Overall4Rated 4 stars out of 5
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Jim,
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Overall4Rated 4 stars out of 5
They seem to have changed the 990 from V4 to V5. The V5 is now hitting my left ankle bone, the V4 didn't bother it.
Dalfj,
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Overall4Rated 4 stars out of 5
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I have a pair of the previous model in Navy. Wanted a Whiite pair but they don't make White. Grey is the best I could do.
Support isn't sufficient for my flat feet but I have worn orthotics for years and they fit into the shoe. These are pricey but the most comfortable, supportive shoes I've found.
I'd also recommend:
Brooks also works pretty well for me.
Arthur, Zappos Customer,
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Overall4Rated 4 stars out of 5
Great Product!! Love the SUPPORT of the sneaker. Unfortunately I had to replace for issue.
JP,
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Overall4Rated 4 stars out of 5
The shoe overall is good. The sole is a little thin but ok. There needs to be more color schemes for this shoe that are available for 6E wide.
Dave,
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Overall4Rated 4 stars out of 5
Wore 928s for many years but physical therapist suggested running shoe for walking and this one is much better for me -- gives a real spring in my step. Not as much cushioning so I use a gel insert. Note for all NB you generally need 1/2 size larger than your shoe size.
Walker,
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Overall4Rated 4 stars out of 5
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Previous version had orange lining around ankle. Much more versatile with navy detail.
I'd also recommend:
Asics but where are the narrows?
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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Overall4Rated 4 stars out of 5
Finally found a shoe that works for me. Gave it 4 stars because it's a little heavy.
Purplegma,
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Overall4Rated 4 stars out of 5
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Fits well although a bit loose
Glenn, Zappos Customer,
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Overall4Rated 4 stars out of 5
I feel this shoe is wider than the shoe it replaced. Nice shoe but loose on my feet. If I tie the laces tight, it creates a seam just to the right of the tag inside the tongue that is uncomfortable.
Herb,
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Overall4Rated 4 stars out of 5
Would prefer them to arrive laced and ready to wear. Lacing shoes is an art that I'm not skilled at, mine end up twisted and don't look good.
Ob,
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Overall4Rated 4 stars out of 5
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I like the style of the 990V4 I already have and I wanted to purchase the v4 again, but it was not available, so I got the 990V5 and I'm glad I did.
When I first put them on (they fit well), I noticed the increased arch support, which I didn't need. However, at the end of an 18-hour day, my feet feel OK.
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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Overall4Rated 4 stars out of 5
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My feet feel like walking on cushions.
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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Overall4Rated 4 stars out of 5
Shoes looks great. I have worn about 25 pairs of 990v4's and this was my first 990v5 and the heel slips and feels slightly smaller than the 990v4. I still have about 3 more new pairs of the 990v4 so I returned the shoes and will deal with this down the road a bit. Maybe with some more break in they would fit better but just disappointed.
Clydesdale,
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Overall4Rated 4 stars out of 5
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I could not get the burgundy 990 so I liked the men's color and tried them the length is fine according to the chart but they need to warn you that the best width is probably a wide in women's and to size down. I will be returning these to get narrower width.
I'd also recommend:
Always wear New balance
Donna, Zappos Customer,
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Overall4Rated 4 stars out of 5
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This is without a doubt a premium shoe that harkens back to classic sneakers from the 80's and 90's. The ultimate "dad shoe" for sure, they make me think of my father who loved wearing New Balance shoes. The build quality, materials, craftsmanship, fit--literally everything about this shoe is over the top amazing. Shoes arrived brand new as you'd expect, tags in tact, shoes unlaced, paper in the toes of the shoes. After lacing them up and sliding my feet inside, my first thought was the unbelievable comfort. Fantastic padding in the back of the heel, sole provides tremendous support without being too much, and they're not squishy like many shoes today. They really feel like the New Balance shoes I fell in love with years ago. There are just so many great things to say about this shoe and I'm thrilled these are made in the USA! Truly an all time classic that still looks and feels fantastic!
For people suggesting the tongue slides around, use the patch on the tongue, that's what it's there for.
I'd also recommend:
Hoka, Keen, Merrell, Clarks, New Balance
JR, Zappos Customer,
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Overall4Rated 4 stars out of 5
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I’ve been wearing New Balance 990v4, for several years, I just purchased my first pair of v5’s and so far are doing the job, I wear size 10 2EE which seem to work best for me, I don’t run anymore but do walk an average of 5 miles per day, I would highly recommend them. I wish they made them in the double EE in a few more colors, they only come in black, navy or gray.
Bob
I'd also recommend:
Brooks
Bob, Zappos Customer,
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