I’ve been wearing the New Balance Fresh Foam 680 V8s for a few weeks now and I absolutely love them. They were comfortable the moment I put them on—no break-in period needed. The cushioning and stability feels great, especially if you’re on your feet a lot like I am. I've gone through a ton of shoes trying to find something comfortable enough to wear daily with my hammer toe issues. They’re lightweight but still feel supportive, and I’ve noticed way less foot fatigue after long walks or errands. The fit is true to size, and the breathable mesh keeps my feet cool even on warmer days. Also, I really like the way they look—sleek and simple, but still stylish enough to wear out and about. Overall, they’re a great everyday shoe for comfort, support, and value. Highly recommend! Read more
I’m very happy with these NB sneakers. They fit true to size and are comfortable right out of the box, with good cushioning and support for everyday wear. The quality feels solid and they look even better in person than in the photos. Great value for the price and exactly what I expected from New Balance. I would definitely recommend them. Read more
This is my second pair of these shoes, as I wore the first pair out on a mission trip. I have large, flat feet, and these truly support my heels when I am standing or moving around for a long time I like to wear them to the gym And to walk in. The coral color is very pretty in person and I’ve gotten a lot of compliments on them they are great quality like most new balance shoes are and they fit true to size. I highly recommend them for the price. Read more
Very comfortable and well cushioned shoes! It is like walking on clouds! The coral color is vibrant and stylish. Only downside is they stain easily. I have only had these for a little over one month and the toes are already stained from just moderate wear. Overall, they are a great shoe and I would buy them again. Read more
SUMMARY: Comfortable, run a tad small (see below for details), sturdy construction, good price point. Buying shoes online can be a challenge. I did a lot of research using runrepeat.com and decided on these New Balance Fresh Foam 680 V8. I'm not a competitive runner. I mostly power walk/sprint for exercise about 3-4 times a week, so I can't comment on these shoes from a "marathon" runner perspective. COMFORT: Comfortable for both walking and running, however I wouldn't rate them as super cushiony. I haven't experienced any pinching or rubbing. I typically prefer a more pronounced cut-out in the heel (looks like a V) to minimize heel rubbing, but so far so good. ARCH SUPPORT: About medium, which is fine for my foot. If you need a more supportive arch, then you may want to pass on these or think about supplementing with inserts. DURABILITY: Fabric durability scored high (runrepeat), which is good news considering a lot of mesh shoes end up with blow-outs in a short period of time (UGH!). The bottom soles also scored high - Since they're new, I can only say time will tell and I'll update my review if I determine otherwise. SIZING: These run a bit small, but based on my research, I knew that and ordered a half size up in wide. I'm a true 5.5 B and the size 6 W fit me fine, with ample room, but not so much that they flop around on my foot. OTHER: I'm old school and like to lace/tie my on shoes so "I" can decide how loose or snug I want them on my feet. These have that (Yay!). COST: New Balance has a pretty solid reputation for producing quality shoes. At the time of my purchase, I found these to be a good buy @ $64.99. Read more
Just what I needed. I recently injured my foot and the doctor told me to get better arch support shoes. Since I prefer the look of New Balance over Hoka, New Balance is what I bought. Very good arch support! The wide size is perfect for me to wiggle my toes compared to their regular sizing that is a bit too tight (at least with my injury). Comfortable while walking around the mall for hours. Read more
Ture to size! Very soft and comfy! Good for all day wear! Read more
I had high hopes for these sneakers. I have been looking to replace a pair of HOKA sneakers that are no longer made. I knew that these would not be of the same quality but the price point was attractive. While I found these to be overall comfortable for a wide foot, there simply is not enough support in the ball of the foot for me. Maybe these could be an option for someone else but if you are someone that experience ball of foot pain without the proper support, these probably won’t work for you. Read more
