New Balance Men's MX608v3 Cross Trainer Shoes

Finding footwear in my size (14EE) is always a tricky endeavor. Most stores offer a very limited selection so for years I've basically had to take what was offered. I don't typically order shoes/sneakers online, because I like to try them on beforehand. I ordered these because of the guarantee that I could return them at no cost if they didn't fit. Upon arrival I put them on and felt like I was walking on clouds. In length and width, they fit perfectly, like Cinderella's glass slipper but more practical and less delicate. The arch support is the best I've experienced in years. I work two jobs--substitute teacher by day, line cook by night--and these are perfect for the classroom: not too flashy, and comfortable enough that I can walk around the classroom and building all day without discomfort. I would have ordered another pair for my kitchen job, but alas, I didn't have the money. By the time I had the money, they were listed as out of stock/discontinued. Heartbreak (and foot ache in the kitchen) ensued. I am overjoyed to see that they are available again. However, when I ordered them the first time, they sold for $44.99. Now they are "marked down" to $64.95. So I will have to wait a while longer until I can afford to spring for my kitchen pair.

When it comes to gym shoes I've worn size 15 Nike basketball shoes exclusively for 20+ years. I could always order any Nike in size 15 and they would fit great. Well, as of the last 5+ years, everytime I ordered new Nike shoes they didn't fit well at all. The toe box was too tight. I suffered through thinking I just had to break them in. Nope, my toes were just uncomfy (squished)the whole time. The last pair I got the toes were worse then ever! I thought I was just going to toss them out. After reading reviews for these shoes and how they fit and everything else I decided to try them. First, the price was great! Throw in Free shipping and Free returns I figured I had nothing to lose. So, they just came in a few days ago. I was THRILLED that they fit awesomely right out of the box! The first time in years my foot was comfy in athletic shoes. The whole shoe fits great! I wore them to the gym and did my routine which is mostly lifting weights but also doing the treadmill and bike and some running and jumping...all on different surfaces (carpet, rubber mat, tile, hardwood). These shoes were great! They look very good, fit really good, the price was really good...great VALUE! I saved a lot with Amazon...as usual! I will also use these shoes for just casual purposes, tennis, and light running. I think they'd be ok for the occassional pick-up basketball game too. I'm a little suspect of the low top for regualr basketball play so I figured these fit so well that I went ahead and ordered the BB907 basketball shoes. I got them in blk/white for only $68 including free shipping and NO tax. Those shoes cost $110-$120 everywhere else. if they fit as well as my 608V3 I'll be in shoe heaven!! New Balance is my new shoe company!! Love them so far and I'm really happy to finally have comfortable athletic shoes! Thanks NB... <3

I have wide feet and some diabetic neuropathy issues that make obtaining a great fitting, high quality shoe, essential, not only to my good health but SANITY! I was pleased to find I could order my size in these shoes and in wide-width. I received them in a few days and they fit really well. The shoe is solidly constructed and gives me the support and comfort I need to feel secure on unsteady feet. New Balance has always been a therapeutic standard, in my nursing memory, as a treatment adjunct for plantar fasciitis and other foot ailments. These do not disappoint. if you know your size and width and order accordingly you'll be buying yourself a great product. I am very happy with my purchase, would buy again and recommend them to my patients.

I've worn this model before. I too preferred the previous model, but not by such a margin as some of the other reviewers. I bought my last pair locally and they are finally worn out after a year and a half of almost daily wear. I did have a problem with the lace loop pulling out when I bought that (local) pair but New Balance drop shipped me a replacement and it's been fine. I agree this is a dumb design compared to the traditional eyelets, but NB is not unique in this regard. I have a pair of Nikes with the same sort of loops. Because I have wide feet with a high instep I have trouble finding shoes that fit and would not normally order without trying on but decided the same model by the same company should fit the same, and they do. Soles are not THAT slippery. They're not the grippiest but certainly no problem in ordinary walking even on tile. Firmer material probably means longer wearing. Laces should be longer, and my locally bought copy of the same model a year ago ARE longer - but those are white and I got black this time. Again, I've seen the same thing in other brands but we should get enough lace to tie the things without extremely nimble fingers! Overall though a great shoe and good value for the money.

Kristel from Fashion first answered very quick when I asked some questions and the shoes are even above expectations. Thumbs up for Fashion First and Amazon.

As I've very wide feet, it's hard to find shoes that fit well. These fit perfectly, very comfortable and fashionable too. Only downsides are that the colour dulls if you get caught in the rain so best use some protective stuff on them or don't take them out in the rain, and also they are shipped from the USA so took over a month to arrive. Why can't they just sell these in the UK?

Excellent product for my husbands wide feet, very generous on width (he is and extra wide fit)