New Balance Men's 608v5 Casual Comfort Cross Trainer Shoe

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As shown in the picture, the toe box on the 608v5 (left) is much, much narrower than it was on the 608v3 (right). I bought these to replace my old 608v3 shoes, and I bought the same size and width. While the old 608v3 shoes fit my feet perfectly, the new 608v5 shoes are much too narrow up front, causing my big toe to jam into the side of the shoe. The rest of the shoe feels the same in terms of length and in terms of width along the rest of the shoe. I dont know why New Balance would make such a dramatic change in the fit (or last) but keep the same model number. Very disappointing.

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I wear a size 9 walking shoe, but run in a 9 1/2 to avoid hammer toe. This size 9 shoe is the same or possibly slightly larger than most of the 9 1/2 running shoes I wear. They have extra room, but not too much that I would order a size smaller. Normally, a 9 fits my foot like a glove with just enough extra room for my toe. If a 9 normally fit me a little loose then these would be too big. These shoes serve as a black dress shoe for me. I dont care for the firm leather sole found on most dress shoes. Plus, if I need to make up time or hustle to meet someone, I can easily break into a run with these and run as long as necessary without doing harm to my feet or legs. After looking at pictures and pricing for all the New Balance black walking and cross trainer shoes, I chose this particular pair because they are completely black (no silver reflective material anywhere) and the panel covering the toe box is also leather, not the woven material typically used for extra breathability on running shoes. Hence, visually they are more suitable to use a black dress shoe. BTW, I love the cushioning in these shoes. It rivals the cushioning found in most running shoes and is far superior to that found in a typical walking shoe.

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Ive been wearing the 608 V4 for years. Love them. I hate the Version 5. Ive tried to break this pair in; but, Ive given up. When I compare the Version 4 to the Version 5, I can see a slight difference in how they shoes fit around the ankle. As a result, it presses against the bottom of my ankle and causes my little toe to go spastic. A mile into my walk, my ankle and little toe are numb on my right foot.

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I have been thru several different makes and models in the last few years and was disappointed by every purchase. I have arthritis in both ankles and my left was shattered in an accident and is always painful. I was buying spongy shoes for the cushioning but those bothered my hips and back. My feet also roll outward and the shoes were only lasting 8-10 weeks. Ive been wearing this current pair for 4 months and they are still supportive and comfortable. I hope New Balance doesnt mess with a good thing as they seem to always do. I would recommend these to anyone needing a supportive cushioned shoe.

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Mine were very uneven when placed oin a flat surface - this is what Ive been told to do by shoe buyers! If they wobble front to back/side-side - they are not good to wear. These were definitely not good to wear. Plus, the order page only gave "WIDE" as a choice, and they cam e to me as 2E, when I needed 4E.

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