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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
Feb 28, 2026
Good Shoes!
I’ve been buying these specific shoes now for a number of years. They fit consistently well for my wide feet. I wear these shoes everyday and they seem to last for about a year. I use these shoes for my walks and everyday life. I will be buying from New Balance again in the future. Thank you New Balance.
M.G.S.
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Most helpful critical review
Feb 16, 2026
Hard soles, go back to making like before 2016
What happened to me is the destruction of the New Balance 608 cross trainer I've worn for years to play racquetball and wear daily. I bought 8 pair in 2016 and they were excellent. Then in 2023 when I needed to buy more, the new V5 versions had hard soles under the inserts. HORRIBLE feeling. Had to send them back and have been searching for high quality shoes in different brands ever since. And feet now have nerve issues. Fresh foam or too much cush does not work. And lacks stability. NB needs to go back to making their cross trainers with some give to the sole under the insert. The way they used to. Make them like that again, and also make the new type AND SEE WHICH ONE WINS!!
loverofsports
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New Balance US response
Thank you for sharing such detailed feedback. We’re sorry to hear the 608v5 felt too hard under the insole and that softer cushioning hasn’t provided the stability you need. Our Customer Care team can help with next steps and recommend firmer, more stable cross-trainers or alternatives that better match the feel you relied on.
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M.G.S.
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Verified purchase
Feb 28, 2026
Good Shoes!
I’ve been buying these specific shoes now for a number of years. They fit consistently well for my wide feet. I wear these shoes everyday and they seem to last for about a year. I use these shoes for my walks and everyday life. I will be buying from New Balance again in the future. Thank you New Balance.
Alex989898
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Verified purchase
Feb 25, 2026
Great
Love the shoes my boyfriend loves them its really hard to find his size
SatisfiedCustomer1
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Verified purchase
Feb 24, 2026
Best Sneakers in the World
Best sneakers in the world are made by NB. These are outstanding.
Larry LeathermN
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Verified purchase
Feb 23, 2026
mY NEW SHOES
I love the new width. I will be ordering some work shoes soon.
Kevin701
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Feb 22, 2026
Comfort
If you are just walking around. These are the shoes. I never pushed the limits with them.
Skinner511
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Verified purchase
Feb 20, 2026
Hard insole
I thought they would be more softer. The insole seems hard