New BalanceMen's Heritage Golf Shoe

I bought the 990V5 (V5) to replace my 990V4 (V4). I really liked the V4, but I love the V5! The V5 is my new favorite work out shoe, and I currently use a few different brands.I use my V5's for walking outdoors, treadmill walking and running, and for using an elliptical. I do not use the V5's for running outdoors on hard streets or sidewalks. When I walk indoors or out, it's usually 4 to 5 miles. I spend 45 minutes to an hour on the elliptical. I am not that knowledgeable about the technical aspects of shoes, but I know what feels good to me. Also, I haven't worn these to work or any events that require a lot of standing, so i can't comment how these feel for standing on your feet for great lengths of time.The V5's fit very comfortably for me; they are snug, but not too snug as to be tight. Good room in the toe box and heel, but they don't slip around on my feet.The soles are also very comfortable - great, thick feeling cushion that feel solid while nicely absorbing the impact of my feet.The uppers are solid and strong, but still offer good flexibility.For walking outdoors or on a treadmill, the V5's are comfortable and deliver a confidence inspiring performance.The V5's feel a little heavier than my other brands of running shoes. But, the V5's feel more solid and stable, so I don't mind if they do weigh more.For elliptical use, the V5's feel pretty good for about 30 minutes, then one of my feet go numb. This is common for me with any shoe that I wear on the elliptical. Other elliptical users I know have the same problem. So, I don't blame my foot numbness on the shoe.I bought the black V5's and they're a pretty sharp looking shoe.I feel very good about buying the 990V5's!

This shoe is ideal if you have an odd size foot. I have very wide feet. It is super good cushioning for long distance running. i do wish the outer sole was a little more durable. I roll my foot and tend to wear out the corner of the heel fast when my miles are on pavement. I have been using this same model for about 15 years. I usually get a new pair about every 6 months to have fresh heel cushion, so I have purchased about 30 pairs. I use the old ones for mud runs or as a casual shoe.

Years ago, an Army recruiter, who wears 990's raved and extolled the superiority of the 990 shoe.I personally found my perfect shoe made by Redwing decades ago! They discontinued making them and I NO longer had any shoe that would easily satisfy and make my fussy feet happy! 990's are an expensive shoe, but on trusting this Army recruiter's advice I tried on several pair and purchased a pair of 990 shoes from Nordstrum, a New Balance dealer. Now I live three hours of driving away from a well stocked Nordstrum's store and knowing the exact size I need, I purchase online now. My first purchase was over ten years ago! Don't tell New Balance, but this 990 shoe is not expensive at all when you consider how extremely durable their construction is and how comfortable they make my feet (and my feet are very fussy about being comfy plus!) The longevity of their no wear out is beyond belief. (...especially, over time, walking in other shoes, the outside heals wear away, so the outside heal is missing over time and my feet walk at an slanted angle... not good!) Over time, I now have quite an investment in the 990 shoes. Four pair of shoes. White, Gray, Black and Blue. For the Army recruiter and I... before you buy your next shoe, I very strongly encourage you to try on just one pair of 990 New Balance shoes at well stocked Nordstrum's before buying another 'not the most-comfy' shoe made. Your feet deserve a pair 990 shoes! Please add your response below this review of your 990's shoe fitting experience! Thank you, Ronny Max Davis.

I’ve been buying this same shoe for years. Consistently great quality! Not cheap, but worth the money because they are comfortable, durable and a true-to-size fit. I seldom give recommendations, but this shoe deserves five stars!

Good fit and comfort. I have been wearing this brand for over 20 years.

This is for the NB 990 V5 and like the V4 is a high quality and comfortable running shoe. I use it for daily 3 mile power walks with some jogging, and really like. Very good side support and decent cushioning. It doesn't seem to me to have quite as much structural cushioning support as the V4 in the ball of foot even though I replaced the "improved" cushion insert with a gel cushion. Actually it is so similar to the V4, I really couldn't tell much difference at all. But for me, I need good side/lateral support as I have a semi weak ankle, and these NB 990 series are the best support I could find and I've been using them for years now. And another plus, although for me not critical, is they are a very stylish shoe and could easily be worn as casual shoes for day to day activities when out and about. Another New Balance hit!!!

Over many years (I'm 73), I have tried a wide variety of brands and types of running and exercise shoes. I have found that running shoes work best for me for all types of activities. I keep coming back to New Balance because of the fit and comfort. I have wide feet, and New Balance widths fit better than any other brand I have tried. The support is as good or better than most, and overall comfort is the best of all the brands I have tried; which is Pretty much every brand that is out there. I used to run 4 to 6 miles a day, but now confine my workouts to ellipticals, rowing machines, etc. I am also on the large size, over 200 pounds, so I need a lot of cushion and support. The shoes work great regardless of the activity. When I replace them with a new pair, the old pair becomes my everyday wear.