Reviewer A Grateful Couple
Bought these for my daughter for Christmas. Perfect sizing and she loved them!
Reviewer Mousy26
I haven’t worn these much yet, but seem comfortable, the right size and good cushioning. Time will tell.
Reviewer M Ruffini
The first time I saw the "Backpack" line of shoes from New Balance, I knew that I'd one day be adding a pair to my collections of 574's. Nylon uppers just seems like a fantastic idea, since nylon is so easy to clean and keep clean. I liked the idea of being able to get them dirty, knowing that they'll clean up better then other 574's. Because of this, I might even wear them when I normally wouldn't want to get my shoes dirty.
I haven't had them long enough to make that decision, or know exactly how well they'll clean up, but there is something else different about them that immediately caught my attention. Ever since New Balance changed the manufacturing process for the 574's, I think they've been smaller and less comfortable then versions before that time. I just purchased another pair of 574's a couple of weeks back and noticed this immediately when putting them on, as I always do with a new pair of 574's nowadays.
This pair, however, feels more like the older 574's, because they're so comfortable. My first thought was that maybe they made them like the old ones, but after comparing them to numerous other pairs I have, both old and new, I don't think that's it. The soles still match the newer version (i.e. they're more narrow), but still, I'm pretty sure they have more toe room in the uppers, because they both look and feel as if they do.
I've been a little disappointed with every pair I've purchased, since they changed the manufacturing process, because they're just not as comfortable as they used to be. For whatever reason, these, however, seem closer to what I remember a new pair feeling like and that has me really happy. They are very comfortable shoes.
Reviewer Jon C
My husband hates shopping, especially for anything shoe or clothing related, so it proves difficult sometimes to find him the right goods, and still have him looking good/feeling good. He likes black, and has wide feet, so these were perfect, and he still feels like he can look decent when we go out. These were fine for their purpose, and a great deal on price. For those who have stubborn, hates to shop partners? These are the ones.
Reviewer Geoffrey D Carter
I bought for my grandson for Christmas he loves them . You would of thought I gave him a 1000 dollars . He wears them everyday . Good product
Reviewer Terry Beck
I like the shoes they fit comfortable
Reviewer Gmcd
I've been wearing them almost daily, and have even taken them on a few easy trails. I'm very pleased with these shoes. They still fit very well, are very comfortable, and have been very durable for the price. They are starting to show a bit of wear, but it's not any more than my more-expensive name brand athletic shoes. I'd say these are actually outlasting a few pairs. After a winter and some spring rains, I've found that they don't have as good traction in wet conditions as some of my other shoes, but they're still acceptable in such weather. These are very good fair-weather shoes, good for casual wear, but are still decent shoes for quick jogs or very light hikes. For the money, I think these are great every-day-wear shoes, and they are holding up very well after six months.
Reviewer Teacher Grant
My husband ordered his regular size but they were too small, so I returned them for a half size larger and they fit perfectly. So I would recommend a half size larger than your normal size. The return was easy and they shipped another pair out quickly. Great shoe and great service!
Reviewer Tony Monchinski
I just love these shoes. First pair came from Shoes.com and this pair were cheaper. Really comfortable when I do my 3 mile walk. I alternate shoes for my walk nothing is wrong with the shoes they are great.
Reviewer Mikebike
First off, these shoes came boxed nicely, wrapped in flannel with the name brand embroidered on it....a really sharp packaging idea! The shoes themselves are beautiful, the cognac being a rich brown that had a beautiful shine to it. The description calls these joggers, but with no arch support, and the thin soles, I wouldn't recommend them for a jog....they are more like a driving loafer with a lace up. These shoes are extremely narrow, which is surprising for the brand, as I have another pair of this brand same sized that are too big. I can wear them with a thin no show sock with no problem. They are really pretty shoes, and wear well, but I would never wear these for an event with a lotta walking. They pair well with jeans at the office or out for an evening. I really do like them, and for the quality they are, they should last a long time!
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