New Balance Men's M996 Classic Sneaker

I normally buy $60 sneakers. There is a significant difference when you pay at least double that amount. They are most comfortable.I was somewhat disappointed in the laces. I expected better.Normally sneakers last me about six months. I will write back on their quality at that time.So far, so good._______________________________________________________________________________________________Have now had them for 6 months.The black sole wraps around the front of the shoe to the top of the toe area. On both shoes it is separating from the leatherette type stuff it is glued to. Poor design and quality.The shoes got somewhat dirty, and there is no way we have found to properly clean them. You are therefore walking around with a $150 pair of sneakers that look like you just picked them out of the garbage.I wore these as dress sneakers, and not real often, and still the above two things happened.A most comfortable shoe, but not worth anywhere near the money. There are better sneakers out there for a lot less money. I bought a pair of Puma sneakers since and they seem to be holding up extremely well and are easy to clean at half the price.

First, I want to make it clear that I'm a big fan of New Balance shoes - I've worn them for many years and they've always fit perfectly and were of high quality. I usually buy middle of the pack New Balance shoes as sold in the local discount shoe stores. This time, I decided that if those shoes were great, these top of the line models would be superb. What a mistake! These shoes were advertised as D width and labeled as D width. Out of the box, they looked extremely narrow and holding them up to my other shoes showed that the soles and uppers were 3/8 to 1/2" narrower than the other D width NB shoes I have. When I put them on, they were so narrow that I could barely squeeze my foot into them, even with the thinnest socks I own. The laces were also very odd - flat white as we used to see in athletic shoes, but strangely stretchy and much too long. These are beyond a doubt the worst shoes I've ever tried. The name "Classic Sneaker" is exceptionally misleading - I've been buying "sneakers" for 60 years and these shoes bear no resemblance to any of those. Run away from these!

These shoes fit great. I don't work out in them but I don't see why you couldn't. They are extremely comfortable (and lightweight for New Balances). I've owned several other New Balances and these are much more comfortable and form-fitting.The thing I love best about these is the fact that they are made in America and still affordable. It's a sense of pride to be able to wear American made sneakers again without paying an arm and a leg.Lastly, the color combination on these is great. Many New Balances are a little loud for me but these are a nice navy on blue combination that looks great with jeans, shorts or even khakis!

These shoes feel great. When I first got them, and stuffed my hooves into them, they seemed pretty narrow. There were also two bumps on either side of the foot on the insole at about the ball of my foot. After wearing them for about an hour, they felt wonderfully snug instead of narrow and the elevated bumps have collapsed/compressed and are unnoticeable.

I dig them. Originally got them for work, which has potential to get them really dirty, really fast so they're just setting on the shelf. Just ordered a cheaper pair for my job. All in all solid shoe.

Great shoe, durable and has a lot of support.

Been wearing 993's and such for quite a few years. 996 doesent dissapoint. Sleek casual look to them good for both active and casual use.

A great price for a super "flash-back" running shoe. Thanks!

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tres bien!!! j'aime bien les chaussures de new balance , mais c est un peu cher ,faitez la promotion !