Customer Reviews New Balance Golf Fresh Foam Contend Golf Shoes
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Customer Fit Survey:
60%"Felt true to size"
69%"Felt true to width"
90%"Moderate arch support"
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Great style overall, but it didn't match the same platform width as my other 4E New Balances. These were a little narrow (foot and toes hung off the sides in the toe box) for my wide foot and the toe box was oversized (depth/height) and didn't snuggly fit my foot.
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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I’ve been searching for new golf shoes for over 6 months. I had both knees replaced and spinal fusion surgery. I have drop foot on one side, so fit, comfort, and stability are crucial to me. These New Balance Golf Shoes check all the boxes. Very comfortable even after 18 holes of golf and extremely stable. The grip from the soles is excellent on grass or dirt. I wear size 14 and ordered these in wide.
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
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Ordered half size up still a little smaller than my normal new balance running shoes. Very comfortable. I'd order another pair if the color options weren't so ugly.
Seth, Zappos Customer,
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I seldom do a review, but I believe potential buyers should know that the sizing is not the same as most new ballance shoes. I ordered size 10 - 4E wide shoe because I wear that size in a NB walking shoe. I found these golf shoes to be 1/2 size smaller and not as wide , more like a 2E . Also these golf shoes are made in China , where as my other NB's are made in Taiwan. The quality seems good and in line with other NB shoes .
Rick, Zappos Customer,
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New Balance shoes are no longer wide as before. Seems since they’re made in China they run much narrower. I recently purchased their made in USA sneakers and they fit properly, as they always have. Very frustrating to get a wide width, 4E. New Balance has lost a long time customer.
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
2 found this review helpful.
Overall3Rated 3 stars out of 5
Reviewed at New Balance
Life long runner and wearer of New Balance. Golfer too, but despite wearing 12 in NB in every shoe I've had, when I bought these recently, I am now on my 3rd exchange (frustrating), started with 12, and I am now three returns deep and waiting on my money back, and also awaiting a size 15 for a proper fit. Something is very off on sizing with these shoes, and I've seen similar comments under the other golf shoes here as well. Really like the shoe, just save yourself the time and frustration perhaps and order at least a size, if not two sizes up in this shoe.
Wilson,
2 found this review helpful.
Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
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I love the style, however, they were too short - about 1/2 size smaller than I normally wear.
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
1 found this review helpful.
Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
Reviewed at New Balance
Walked 18 holes brand new out of the box with no issues. Holds on slants and tough lies. Secure laterally and stable in my swing. Size runs small. 9 4E was too tight in the toe. Ordered 9.5 4E and it fits just right.
Wildrocks,
1 found this review helpful.
Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
Reviewed at New Balance
I "discovered" New Balance many years ago. Most manufacturers make comfortable shoes. What is important to me is the fit in the front - it stays wide and rounded in front of the toes. The New Balance stay is a better fit for me. Many other shoe manufacturers have a tighter (more pointed) fit at the front.
I had reservations about the spineless style and purchased some golf shoes from a well know maker - the fit in the heel was loose. So, I decided to try these. The traction is good. Time will tell if the spikes wear down faster than the upper wears out.
The only negative I can make about New Balance shoes is the laces are too long! They start out with a good length. But, they stretch over time and the loops and ends hang down to nearly touching the ground, like they are Bassett Hound ears - ha ha! They only need to be about 6 inches shorter. That said, I can live with this because...
The fit, comfort, and performance are great!
EdA S,
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Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
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I first purchased a size 9.5, medium width and they ran short on me. I returned them and purchased a 10 , medium width and it is perfect!
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
Reviewed at New Balance
The New Balance fits the best in the toe box area of the shoe and has a sole that provides a wide platform of support and comfort that is great. The New Balance Contend is best golf shoe I've found to fit my game.
Schwan,
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Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
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Fits alright, I wear a 10.5 in most shoes but always an 11 in NB
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
1 found this review helpful.
Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
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The Fit and size was excellent. I would like a little more support. I walked 18 holes and the felt great.
James, Zappos Customer,
1 found this review helpful.
Overall4Rated 4 stars out of 5
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I ordered a 9.5 wide, it felt small I exchanged them for a 9.5 extra w, they still felt small, so I ordered a 10 extra w. Will see if they fit .
Doug, Zappos Customer,
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Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
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The fit was tight - smaller than expected. My toes were near the tip of the shoe. I am guessing that New Balance shoes run smaller than other brands.
I'd also recommend:
Adidas, Nike, FootJoy
William, Zappos Customer,
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Shoes are beautiful but I should have ordered just the normal width since New Balance shoes run wide or fit my feet well normally.
Kent, Zappos Customer,
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all is well
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
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The selection of golf shoes for me is usually limited to basic styles due my extremely wide feet. These New Balance golf shoes changed that. They fit perfect, feel great, and look anything but basic. Maybe the best golf shoes I've ever owned.
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
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These are very comfortable shoes - I bought 1/2 size larger and wider. But they are very comfortable shoes.
TF, Zappos Customer,
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Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
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Fit was great, very comfortable for playing golf.
E, Zappos Customer,
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Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
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Something has changed with New Balance sizing. The 4E width size somehow is not the same 4E of a few years back making this pair not as comfortable with other NB shoes.
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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Perfect
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
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True fit lightweight and breathable
JAMES, Zappos Customer,
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Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
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Fit true to size. I went with the wide and have enough toe room, while the 13 fit exactly like other NB tennis shoes. My daughter told me I cannot rate the style a 5, as NB shoes are never exactly stylish, but I like these quite a bit!
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
0 found this review helpful.
Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
Reviewed at New Balance
One of the most comfortable golf shoes I have ever had
Dant,
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