Reviewer Elizabeth A Riggs
Super, super narrow. WIsh they made these in a true medium, or wide version
Reviewer Jo Manning
I like the shoes. Quality and they look good. Relatively inexpensive and stylish.
Reviewer Jodydee
Too narrow in the toe box area and I don't have wide feet
Reviewer juanita morris
Just a great walking shoe for this old man. Easy on and off, a cushioned sole, and plenty wide. As reviewers stated, they tend to pick up rocks off our driveway.
Reviewer sherry forey
They are perfect for gym workouts like deadlifting and squatting.
Reviewer Carolyn L Weaver
I liked the style and look of the shoe. I would buy them again
Reviewer 2 old geezers
Well made, fit as expected! I'm very happy with the purchase.
Reviewer trevstonlongworth
I normally only wear 574's from New Balance, but I purchased these because they share the same shoe last and they're similar. I can't say that I like them as well, but they're alright.
I believe the mid-soles are different, and while I think I like the 574 mid-sole better, the 565 doesn't seem bad. One thing I definitely don't like as well is the lack of mesh in the all-suede upper. They probably don't breath as well, but that's not a huge factor for me in a suede shoe. I just like the looks of the mesh/suede combo better then the all-suede shoe.
I saved my final criticism for last, because it applies to both the 565 and 574 models of "Lifestyle and Retro" shoes. These are the ones with model numbers that start with "ml". I don't like them because they appear to be the hipster version of New Balance shoes, with laces that usually match the suede. Like any good hipster shoe, they seem to be more narrow, which is antithetical to the very thing that made the 574, and probably 565, popular shoes in the first place (i.e. spacious.) Even though these are supposedly made on the same shoe last as other models in the line, they definitely don't have the advertised toe depth of the SL-2 shoe last. I've also noticed that many New Balance shoes made on the SL-2 last don't seem to be as wide as they used to be, so that issue probably isn't for the lifestyle and retro shoes alone.
Seems strange that New Balance would ruin a popular line of shoes by changing the very things that made them popular, but that's what they seem to be doing. For customers that want a more narrow 574, it seems like New Balance would just suggest the 363 or one of their models made on narrow shoe lasts. Regardless, I wish they'd leave the SL-2 shoes alone, so that customer who appreciate them can continue to do so. I've worn them for 20 years and the only thing that will stop that is if New Balance changes the shoes so much that they're not the same.
Reviewer Vanessa Derickson
Vans shoes fit consistently. I know the size I need, and just order.
Reviewer M Starr
He looks like a "Sport Model" when he wears them.
Reviewer Timeothee
Top-notch!
Reviewer Villana
Thank you for your delivery. It was fast, the clutch is very nice and i will come back for more shopping.
Reviewer Marine
Beautifully packaged product in perfect condition came quickly and followed instructions for delivery.
Reviewer Zebulon
I got exactly what I was expecting I like it. Package came 2 days sooner than expected...
Reviewer Thomas
excellent experience here, beautiful product, easy purchase, quick delivery.
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