Last updated at 11/29/2025 17:59:48
originally posted on newbalance.com
I have the OG 997 that I had for years… the 997R are slightly more supportive and comfortable. The heel is a lot bigger (pros and cons) while walking. Not much arch support in these. The shoe looks sharp and the quality is a lot better than my OG 997. These will last years to come, I am happy with the purchase.
originally posted on tillys.com
Budget version of the 997. Shoes are comfortable. But slightly narrow
originally posted on footlocker.co.uk
Bought trainers in 8.5 for my son for Christmas. He is usually that size in new balance. They were a bit small in this style so sent them back and ordered size 9. So easy to return and they were picked up on 27th Dec. We received the new ones and a refund very promptly. Excellent service from footlocker.
I have the OG 997 that I had for years… the 997R are slightly more supportive and comfortable. The heel is a lot bigger (pros and cons) while walking. Not much arch support in these. The shoe looks sharp and the quality is a lot better than my OG 997. These will last years to come, I am happy with the purchase.
Budget version of the 997. Shoes are comfortable. But slightly narrow
Bought trainers in 8.5 for my son for Christmas. He is usually that size in new balance. They were a bit small in this style so sent them back and ordered size 9. So easy to return and they were picked up on 27th Dec. We received the new ones and a refund very promptly. Excellent service from footlocker.
Overall a comfortable good looking shoe. Hope it’s not discontinued. I like the materials overall, would also like a USA option but the price point is good.
These run small and are very narrow in the toebox. They look great I love them and the materials are awesome but I’m normally a 10.5 or 11 and I got an 11 and they’re very tight on me. Can’t tell if they run small or just super narrow. And I don’t have a wide foot, I’ve never had to buy a wide/EE fit sneaker.
Super cute, comfortable and so much support around my ankles. Would recommend sizing up 1/2 bigger. Wear a 9 in women’s and had to get a 9.5. Shoes aren’t too bulky and are gender neutral.
O bought these because I loved the black, yellow and green pair I bought previously. Look great but slightly smaller than my other pair!
I recently bought these because I would be doing a lot of walking and, I wanted a “cool” sneaker.This style and color ( Lt Grey/ Cream ) and it fits the bill on all. It’s very comfortable. I bought a size 11.5 Medium snd it fits true to size. I averaged 7 miles per day and no issues.
I have purchased New Balance shoes before and always found them to be very comfortable. They are immediately comfortable. Some shoes need to be "run in", but not New Balance shoes.
Been a Nike guy for as long as I can remember. Got these to change it out and was blown away by how much better the materials are when compared to Nike. Solid shoe for sure.
