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 Valerie Barnes
I'm not one willing to spend 100s of dollars on tennis/walking shoes. But, I do need the type of shoes that support and give comfort to my osto-knees. For, the money, these work for me. I bought a 2nd pair for down the road. I'm satisfied.
Reviewer John E Wade
I son told me the sneakers fit big. He already wore them, so we will keep the sneakers. I guess he would have to put extra socks.
Thanks god, it is Winter Season.
Reviewer Mayline
Day 1 of a long 9 hour shift. Walking 3-4 miles a day and delivering boxes. Shoes are a bit clunky. My left knee is hurting tonight. I’ve been wearing crap tennis shoes for years, so I’m assuming there will need to be time to adjust. The shoes are also very tall. There’s a decent amount of memory phone, but it’s all just sold rubber and plastic underneath for a good inch. They are noisy and seem a bit slippery.
On the up side, my feet feel pretty good.
Update 2: it’s been two weeks now. Walking 3-4 miles a day. The soles still feel clunky and they are loud. They don’t feel very stable on wet floors. Both my knees are hurting more now. Please don’t ever ever hike in these. I’ve been hunching over more because the heels are so incredibly high, so my shoulders and neck are killing me. The back of the heels hit the back of steps sometimes because they stick out so much. I feel awkward and everyone looks at my shoes when I walk at work because you’d think I was wearing gigantic boots. The soles feel like a hard plastic-like rubber. The memory foam has lost its charm already. The shoe already feels bigger inside, which I wanted at first....but it’s m because the memory foam has lost all its padding depth/comfort. I’d send these back if I didn’t throw the box away. They fool you into thinking they are comfy at first, but then the trouble starts.
I went to a Skechers store and they told me about all the returns they had with this model. At least I only paid $27.
I’m giving them 2 Stars now because I did get such a good deal, but I’d advise you to be weary if your body has a hard time with high soles. If they last a good 6 months, I’ll up the stars.
Update: after a month of wearing them, I’ve started to fit into them nicely. They still squeak and are too loud when walking on concrete floors, but I’m used to it. Aches have gone away.....I’m assuming because my body has adjusted. Back up to 4 stars. Minus one because they are so loud and the soles are too bulky. Also the padding is “meh”. But, I’m glad I got them.
Reviewer Ed Lambert
The fit is quite good. It is almost a slipper/shoe that should work well in warmer weather. An unusual no separate tongue design means that a shoe horn will be necessary for some, including me.
Reviewer Farhan Memon
The shoes felt great and are padded well. Just make sure you don't have very wide feet. Made for a great gift.
Reviewer B Kole
Very comfortable straight out of the box. I wear mens 5.5; I ordered Euro 39 (mens 5-5.5) and these are just a little long in the toes. But the toe is a little pointy, which accounts for the perception that they are long for the size. The arch support is in exactly the right place. The heel cup and width are great, soles are comfortable. The color and look is great, I can wear these with jeans on the weekends or with wool trousers at the office. And the traction on packed snow is pretty good. The only thing I would like to change, I can't. I do not much care for the wide, flat shoelaces. To me they look a little sloppy on these shoes. But the forward eyelets are thin slots, so your options are limited in replacing the laces.
Reviewer Chip Burcham
Vans are super cute and comfortable.
Reviewer Heather Erwin
I put fits as expected because the other options didnt make sense to the problem. They have nice arch support but are too tight around the center of the foot. The toes and heal is a bit loose however. Not worth the price. I bought a 50$ pair of sketchers that were much better than these. Not satisfied.
Reviewer R Ann Stephens
Great shoe. I'd buy them again
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