Customer Reviews New Balance 696v4
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52%5Rated 5 stars out of 5
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Customer Fit Survey:
65%"Felt true to size"
73%"Felt true to width"
88%"Moderate arch support"
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I love new balance shoes and have bought them for a long time. I need the 4E wide, and was excited to see this model at this price. But when I bought them in my usual size, it was way too small in the toes. Seems it’s just this model; just bought a different NB shoe same size and width:perfect.
John, Zappos Customer,
5 found this review helpful.
Overall2Rated 2 stars out of 5
Comfort2Rated 2 stars out of 5
Style4Rated 4 stars out of 5
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Super weird. I buy NB shoes quite often. But these do not fit me. I have wide feet so when I can get 2E width, I buy 10.5 (US), which is my real size. But these shoes were way too small at 10.5 so I bought a half size up, 11, which is the size I usually buy in sneakers that do not carry wider shoes. These felt exactly the same. So I returned them. Very weird experience. The only thing I can figure is that it has something to do with this particular style. So glad ZAPPOS has such a great return policy!
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
5 found this review helpful.
Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
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Fit according to size I wear in all other shoes. Need wide width and this was perfect. Shoe is nice and light weight, perfect for court sports
Steve, Zappos Customer,
2 found this review helpful.
Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
Comfort4Rated 4 stars out of 5
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My feet are very sensitive to the width of shoe(15 EE) and the size is important as I wear custom orthotics for Planter Faceitis (arch support)and they have to fit inside the shoe or sneaker I wear. These are Tennis shoes and as such require strong heel support for side to side lateral movement and abrupt starts and stops. I am 6ft 5 and weigh 230lbs. I don't play tennis anymore(age 73) but walk everyday and still ride a bike. I love the stability these NB shoes provide, traction and comfort are among the best I have found.
I'd also recommend:
NB 608 and 623 cross trainer models, SKETCHER Arch support sneakers interest me.
Dan, Zappos Customer,
1 found this review helpful.
Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
Comfort5Rated 5 stars out of 5
Style5Rated 5 stars out of 5
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Great shoes, great fit (even for wide feet like mine). I wear these for PickleBall.
I'd also recommend:
Only New Balance!
Ryan, Zappos Customer,
1 found this review helpful.
Overall4Rated 4 stars out of 5
Comfort4Rated 4 stars out of 5
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Order a half size up and you will be fine. The shoe has held up well. I play pickleball several times a week and in tournaments.
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
1 found this review helpful.
Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
Reviewed at New Balance Outlet
The 2E width works really well for my feet. The shoe also has a wider sole on the mid outer side, which took me a bit of getting used to (took about a week)
Kavil,
0 found this review helpful.
Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
Reviewed at New Balance Outlet
Good general use tennis shoe for this price point. Light weight, but still has a solid feel. The base is wide and extends to the outside which provides extra stability.
ROBERT,
0 found this review helpful.
Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
Reviewed at New Balance
Good looks and good fit for wide foot. Used for basketball and racket sports.
Wide F,
0 found this review helpful.
Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
Reviewed at New Balance
Use for Pickleball. Great shoe at a good price. This is the second pair I purchased.
Chasman,
0 found this review helpful.
Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
Reviewed at New Balance
Size seems true to standard sizing. Shoe traction is good, toe rub from serving is not wearing, innersole is cushioning overall weight is great.
82FeMan,
0 found this review helpful.
Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
Reviewed at New Balance
Great shoes that grip the court and hold your foot well.
Tahir,
0 found this review helpful.
Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
Reviewed at New Balance
Good fit and very comfortable after two weeks. Feel there is good grip and start. A bit softer feel than the 1006 I have worn. I'll be rotating them as I play 3-5xweekly and like airing them out. My expectations are for them to be comfortable and supportive until there might be a west issue after some years.
Barney,
0 found this review helpful.
Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
Reviewed at New Balance
And the quality is very good for a shoe that costs less than $60.
Pickle M,
0 found this review helpful.
Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
Reviewed at New Balance CA EN
Hope they will have more options for these sizes because you saved my life!
Elif,
0 found this review helpful.
Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
Reviewed at New Balance
Very comfortable shoe that runs true to size very durable with great traction and stability
Markymark,
0 found this review helpful.
Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
Reviewed at New Balance
Love the shoes
American M,
0 found this review helpful.
Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
Reviewed at New Balance
I own 4 pair of this exact shoe. Love them.
Bubby,
0 found this review helpful.
Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
Reviewed at New Balance
I play pickleball and have a wide foot. The 1006 are the best court shoes for me. Comfortable and support
Jay,
0 found this review helpful.
Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
Reviewed at New Balance
I got a pair of these a few years ago to play tennis and I finally got around to replacing them. I obviously had to get the same pair!
MKelly,
0 found this review helpful.
Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
Reviewed at New Balance
I play a lot of tennis, and have a pair of these shoes that I'm currently wearing. I like them enough that I made this purchase to have a "backup". Like the way they feel, look and perform.
Gary,
0 found this review helpful.
Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
Comfort5Rated 5 stars out of 5
Style5Rated 5 stars out of 5
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Good fit. Comfortable right out of the box.
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
0 found this review helpful.
Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
Reviewed at New Balance
They are very stylish and very comfortable! Great job!
MartyZ,
0 found this review helpful.
Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
Reviewed at New Balance
I love these shoes. Great on hard tennis surfaces.
Art,
0 found this review helpful.
Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
Reviewed at New Balance
I've been searching for a shoe for pickleball for months now and finally found one that works for me. I have foot issues and require a wide fit...this shoe is perfect. My foot pain has subsided since I've gotten these as I'm finally wearing a shoe that gives me room. They're extremely comfortable but supportive. Will definitely be buying another pair for the future.
Pickleball P,
0 found this review helpful.