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 R Casamina
These fit as expected and are stylish and comfortable. This oxford incorporates our loafer comfort on a lace-up shoe updated with a modern bi-colored sole & contrasted welt. The elevated unit sole provides for unique comfort. The perforated kid napa leather upper is buttery soft while adding a relaxed & fresh aesthetic.
Reviewer Jerry K Sipes
These boots offer style and comfort. The mens' 10.5 fit perfectly. The side zippers functioned smoothly without catching or snagging. Theleather is impeccasble and the foot bed offered sneaker like comfort in a short boot style. The rubber sole proides some traction. Beautifully constructed they look and feel terrific. It is too early to report about durability but the high quality suggests they will last a long time. Great boot.
Reviewer V Canfield
The description says skate shoes and I suppose they can be used by skaters, but these are just really nice looking sneakers. I ordered them for my grandson and he loves them. They are comfortable and good looking. The darker color is nice and they look expensive.
Reviewer Pastor Donn Hauser
My husband would only wear Nike. Since trying Skechers that's all he wants
Reviewer J Oswald
these are nice looking shoes. They fit ok, but are not very comfortable. Then again I am more of a sneaker kind of person.
Reviewer Mark Babbitt
Skechers never disappoints!
Reviewer Stacy A Schweitzer
Would buy again husband love them comfortable now everyone is different with there feet but we would buy again
Reviewer Richard R Halvorson
I love this sneakers. I just need to buy pair of shoe cushion. Difficult to walk in without them
Reviewer Mary C Browning
I liked the Velcro fit