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The men's New Balance 608v5 is a classic trainer designed with a premium PU nsert to help offer reliable comfort for long days spent on feet.
- Round toe with bumper
- Lace-up sole
- Padded collar
- Cushioned EVA footbed with arch support
- Leather upper, synthetic lining, rubber sole
- Imported
- Item #6386700
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New Balance began in Boston in 1906 selling arch supports to police officers, waiters and others who worked on their feet. Today this global leader in athletic products is committed to quality and craftsmanship. New Balance describes itself as a fearlessly independent company that doesn't answer to anyone but its customers.
Most helpful positive review
May 15, 2026
No one is left out!
Needed a very wide sneaker for my special needs son and these were perfect!!! No other brand comes close! My son can have sneakers just like everyone else!
Christianna
Verified purchase
Reposted from New Balance US
Most helpful critical review
May 28, 2026
Not comfortable
Wore 1 time and they hurt my feet. Thought they would be just like the black ones but they are not
Scojl
Verified purchase
Reposted from New Balance US
New Balance US response
We’re sorry to hear these didn’t feel like the pair you expected and caused discomfort after just one wear. We understand how frustrating it is when a different color doesn’t fit or feel the same. Please reach out to our Customer Care team so we can help with a return or find a better match for you.
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Scojl
Reposted from New Balance US
Verified purchase
May 28, 2026
Not comfortable
Wore 1 time and they hurt my feet. Thought they would be just like the black ones but they are not
New Balance US response
We’re sorry to hear these didn’t feel like the pair you expected and caused discomfort after just one wear. We understand how frustrating it is when a different color doesn’t fit or feel the same. Please reach out to our Customer Care team so we can help with a return or find a better match for you.
EHJNC
Reposted from New Balance US
Verified purchase
May 21, 2026
Good sneaker
Look good/comfortable/prefer more cushion and laces eyelets vs loops!
Sansei53
Reposted from New Balance US
Verified purchase
May 21, 2026
Average
Not what I expected as far as the Fit. I'm a size 6.5 Narrow Fit.
Christianna
Reposted from New Balance US
Verified purchase
May 15, 2026
No one is left out!
Needed a very wide sneaker for my special needs son and these were perfect!!! No other brand comes close! My son can have sneakers just like everyone else!
balalore
Reposted from New Balance US
May 15, 2026
Great Look, but Comfort Issue with Right Shoe
I bought my 608s. They have a great aesthetic and I was excited to make them my everyday shoe. Unfortunately, a persistent comfort issue with the right shoe has prevented that.
There is a stiff piece of material on the inner side of the right heel, just above the heel cup, that causes significant pain during wear. After three months of use, it has not broken in or softened at all. I had hoped it would resolve with time, but the discomfort remains bad enough that I actively avoid wearing them despite genuinely wanting to.
I love the look of these shoes and want to give them a higher rating, but I cannot recommend them without flagging this issue.
New Balance US response
Thank you for sharing your feedback, and we’re sorry to hear about the discomfort caused by the right shoe. We understand how frustrating it is when a specific area, especially around the heel, does not break in and limits wear. Please reach out to our Customer Care team so we can look into this and help find a more comfortable option for you.
Bronx Mike
Reposted from New Balance US
Verified purchase
May 15, 2026
What Happened to the NB I knew?
After wearing this model and size for twenty years this pair did not fit? They appeared to be a cheap version of the NB I knew.
New Balance US response
Thank you for sharing your feedback, and we’re sorry to hear this pair did not fit as expected after many years of wearing the same model and size. We understand how disappointing it is when a long-trusted style feels different or falls short in quality. Please reach out to our Customer Care team so we can look into this and help find an option that better meets your expectations.