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These look nice. I like the orange trim. However they1). fit small go up at least 1/2 size
2). didn't feel very stable side to side
3). didnt' feel so comfortable around my big toe.
so 3 stars, and shipped back to amazon
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I wore the same pair of New Balance MT474FC shoes for about three years (I know, bad idea) and had worn through the heel fabric. The shoes had also taken on a permanent Alladin-esque up-curve when not on my feet. They were definitely due for replacement. I loved the subdued gray-on-gray color scheme and was concerned when looking for new shoes since they all seem to be overly colorful. I'm not into 'look at me' clothing. I have a destroyed ankle (talor dome defect, OCD cyst, old fracture, scar tissue, bone spurs), so finding a comfortable shoe is critical as age brings out the pain more and more. I finally decided on these NB trail runners based on positive reviews and the look of the shoe. Here are some details to consider:Color: I was hesitant of the bright orange highlights, but after wearing them I realized it isn't bad at all. In jeans, the top splash of color is hidden and the over-all grayness is very subtle. When walking, there is a flash of the orange soles, but I actually like that. It makes me feel somewhat more 'hip' than my 41 years may otherwise allow. On a trail, my flash, or lack there of, is the least of my concerns.
Comfort: The fit is snug in width, but comfortable. I've always worn normal-width shoes, but these seem slightly narrow on my feet. They're still wide enough, but snug. Like most new shoes, the firmness and support are great after almost a month, that hasn't decreased.
Traction: Awesome. I can't imagine a trail these can't handle, yet they are still comfortable on concrete.
Sizing: My last pair of NB shoes were an 11, but I decided to bump up to an 11.5 to allow a bit more toe room for longer trails (foot swelling, toe rub, etc) and it's a great fit. Many folks say these run a half size too small, and that seems to be accurate. On a shoe store foot sizer, I register 10.5 which would mean I should be in 11's for tennis shoe comfort (hence my previous size), so the 11.5 in these new shoes fits the half-size theory well.
Lacing: Somehow, the laces don't really let you over tighten them a big bonus for comfort. Also, the laces are 'bumpy' and have a certain grippiness that keeps them tied all day long. This may be a trend in newer shoes, I don't know. But it's a definite plus. The laces are quite long and almost require double knotting to keep the ends off the ground once tied.
Overall, I've fallen in love with these shoes. The look, comfort, and support have led me to look for excuses to wear them around. If you're looking for quality at a decent price, but want to avoid a sparkly rainbow on your feet, this is a great option.
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