New Balance Kids' KJ553 Lace-Up Running Shoe Review

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Comfort: My 8 year old son has some sensory "issues" when it comes to socks and shoes. They always seem to bother him. I bought these for him and really hoped they wouldn't bother him. I should also note I bought them a half size bigger because you know how fast kids grow! Fingers were crossed. Well, the morning came and time to get ready for school. He puts them on and *no* complaints at all. Not that morning and not since we got them. That in itself is a big thumbs up for me!

Price: The price was also very reasonable, especially now that we are transitioning from "little kid" shoes to "big kid" shoes and that's where I've noticed the prices jump up. These were under $50.

Shipping: No problem! Fast and packaging was fine, not a pain to open the box.

Bottom Line: Highly recommended.

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These are okay as a backup pair of sneakers, but order only if on sale and go one size up.

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My 7 year old was very excited when they came but has refused to wear them since the first day. One time on, and he said they were too tight. Oh well, guess we will wait for the 4 year old to grow in to them.

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bought these for my 5 yr old son because he has a high instep and sensory issues and it's very hard to find sneakers that fit him or that he feels comfortable with. I received these sooner than expected and to my surprise they fit him. He loves them. These are the first sneakers in his 5 yrs of searching that I actually like. I would highly recommend them. The price was also great.

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Stylish, wish these would have fit. HOWEVER: This sneaker, 3W, was at least a size too small and too narrow. Basically the same length as my kid's old, outgrown 2W New Balance sneaker in another style also ordered from Amazon and on top of that, this one was too narrow! My kid isn't heavy but is tall and feet are big and wide. At least I didn't have a problem returning them for a full refund.

After purchasing New Balance in 2 other wide sizes with success, I am now a little leery. That bums me out since it used to be so easy to buy next size up online. It seems different styles are sized differently, and it's a bit of a guessing game....