New Balance Men’s MW576 Walking Shoe

No Toe Room
I would give these shoes a 5 except that there isn't enough toe room. I bought the version with laces in 10 1/2. I've been wearing New Balance shoes size 10 1/2 for the last 3+ years (2-3 pairs) and they always fit perfectly before this, so I don't know what's going on with this shoe. I find that my toes are constantly pressing against the end of the shoe whether sitting or standing. I also agree with one of the other reviewers that the soles are a little hard and stiff, although I haven't found that to cause any comfort problems. After this experience I will probably get my next pair of New Balance shoes in the store so I can try them on first, since apparently their construction is not consistent across different shoe lines.

Very Comfortable.......But Coming Apart
I bought a pair of these New Balance 576s at a local sport store here exactly one year ago this month (Dec). (Mine happen to be the laced version that is pictured in the search engine, not the velcro. I would have preferred the velcro if they were available). I did not have much of a choice of brands or models in the stores around here. There are far more variety of running and workout shoes available in the big sport stores than walking shoes unfortunately. I found the New Balance brand to be the most wide spread and available every place I looked.

Right off I must say that the New Balances,(NBs) are extremely comfortable, and were very reasonably priced when compared to other running shoes offered here on Amazon. I immediately felt the difference on my first walk with them as compared to the regular sneakers I had been using for a couple of months. Walking shoes aren't just made with better souls, they are also more anatomically designed to make each and every step as effortless and comfortable as possible. Minor differences that together add up to a whole lot less stress. Like the toe being turned up to greatly reduce the chance of drag with each step. The NBs made the difference between the end of my walk just being a tired experience, rather than a true aching one...

Unfortunately now that it has been a year of walking with them, I have to say I am a little disappointed in the wear and tear they are beginning to suffer. Both shoes have some separation at the seams on the side of the shoe, and the back lip where the heel rides is torn quite badly on one of the shoes. Finally, the rear of the souls is wearing in what it my opinion a little too quickly for just a years worth of use. It could very well be that my idea of walking for exercise is a little more than what others reading this may do on a regular basis, or have in mind for a new exercise program. I average 3 to 4 miles a day, (or about an hours brisk walking)6 days a week, on pavement and sidewalks. I am of average height, and a little heavier than I should be, (that's why I'm walking), but definitely not so big that this type of wear after a year should be showing up. Although I realize that the price of I paid is not a fortune by any means in the price range of good walking shoes, I really am disappointed in these NBs starting to show considerable wear after just a years use. Especially in the seams coming apart, and the large tear in the heel. The soul wear may be average, but the other before mentioned trouble areas are simple poor quality in my opinion.

If your own walks or intentions for this shoe are less strenuous than my own, or plan on walking on grass or paths rather than a more abrasive street or sidewalk, I wouldn't hesitate to recommend these shoes for light walking simply because they are so comfortable and well designed for it. Their price is very reasonable as walking shoes go, and widely available everywhere, as well as here on Amazon. However if your intended or present exercise program is similar to my own in intensity, I would recommend moving up to a higher price shoe that will hopefully hold up a little better than these have after just one year.

good shoe
The shoe is good. I don't like the little reflectors in the back. I was looking for an all black shoe to replace dress shoes at work. The white reflectors in back may be good for their intended purpose but not for mine.

All Black "Business" Walkers
Apparently this is little known in retail, but some of us workers scan sites to find comfortable shoes that might blend in with business -- i.e, tennis type shoes that the boss can't complain too much over. This is a good choice for such a need.

Excellent shoe, good support, comfortable, not too expensive
I'd worn out a couple of pairs of New Balance 621s New Balance Men's MX621 Training Shoe and found these. My kids have had velcro-strap type shoes and I wondered if they were made in adult sizes. Lo and behold, here they are. The tongue does wag a little bit, but overall these shoes have excellent support and are easier to adjust than the lace-up New Balance 621s I had before. I added a couple of heel cups Tuli's Heavy Duty Heel Cups, Large (Over 175lbs) and I was all set. Well, I added some Thorlo tennis socks Thorlo Unisex Thick Cushion Tennis Crew Sock for good measure. I mashed my foot this past spring and needed a shoe with support and these shoes are ideal. I've played tennis in them and they can be adjusted tight enough for activities. It's a little funky to see adult size velcro-strap shoes, but I've always been one to favor function over appearance. I'm very happy with these shoes.