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New Balance Nb-luka 1 'Black' — Overview
Standout Qualities
Consistent Excellence
The New Balance Nb-luka 1 'Black' reflects a commitment to quality: premium-grade materials, careful assembly, and thorough final inspection.
Thoughtful Material Choices
Constructed with a focus on durability, the New Balance Nb-luka 1 'Black' pairs tonal stitching details with breathable mesh zones and ENCAP midsole platform comfort layers.
Fashion-Forward Design
The New Balance Nb-luka 1 'Black' style is built on contrast: tonal stitching details against a classic American design backdrop, creating visual interest that doesn't overwhelm.
Fatigue-Reducing Support
Whether you're on your feet all day or heading out for the evening, the New Balance Nb-luka 1 'Black' keeps you comfortable thanks to ENCAP midsole platform.
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Hiked the John Muir Trail with these!
I used these shoes to hike the John Muir section of the Pacific Crest Trail after having problems with other shoes. I have 'wider than normal' feet and used custom high arch insoles with these shoes. I normally wear size 12, but used size 13 to allow my foot to expand during long days hiking. I bought this shoe primarily for the extra width, because I supinate (underpronation), and because it's super comfy when walking. Previously I've used Brooks Cascadias, Altra Lone Peaks, and various New Balance shoes.So how did these non-hiking shoes on the JMT/PCT? Better than I expected! I hiked up and down over trails and uneven/loose rocky terrain, through streams/rivers/creeks, and in snow with and without microspikes (see image). Traction was solid. The shoes remained comfortable throughout my hike for about 375 miles until the side of the left shoe ripped out. The shoes were wet for about 25% of the hike! Considering these shoes aren't really meant for hiking and the conditions I put them through, that's not that bad!I'll use these shoes again for lighter hiking and jogging. These shoes are so comfortable it felt like I was wearing slippers sometimes!Update 10/2016I hiked about 480 miles in a 2nd pair of these without any major problems. They remained comfortable throughout the hike, but the padding was mostly lost by the end of the hike. Holes appeared on both shoes where my large toe was located. A big note about these shoes - fine dust seems to get into the shoe even if you wear gaiters - if you hike or jog long distance in them, your socks and feet will likely be covered in dust. I'm ok with the dust and have just picked up a 3rd pair.
Pretty good sneakers
I bought these for my fourteen yr old son. Amazon had the best price by far on these shoes. They look good, and as always, the new balance wide width are comfortable for those with wide feet. The negative on this particular pair is that the tongue is a little funky and always wants to slide down further in the shoe than the usual. It wouldn't be a big deal, but these shoes tie up on the higher end, so the tongue slides below where they tie. Perhaps you could unlace them a bit and it would work out better, but so far my son has complained and I can easily see it would be uncomfortable.
What a difference
I am a big guy, 6'1" and 400 pounds, I get a new pair of shoes and within a few weeks I have crushed the soles on the outside causing great pain in my ankle/foot. With the xero shoe there is no deep sole to crush. These shoes do take some getting used to even coming from another brand, Altra, zero drop shoe. Needless to say being my size there are lots of areas that hurt when I go walking, back, knees hips. Once I wore the Xero shoes for about two weeks, approximately 80 - 90% of the time, knee and back pain are gone and my ankle/foot pains has decreased considerably. At this rate my pains will be gone and my walks will increase in frequency, duration and pace. I haven't put enough miles on them to determine if they will hold up but so far so good, about three weeks.I wear an 11 1/2 6E shoe in a New Balance, my Altras are 12.5 and are a bit tight in the toe box, My xeros are 13 and are also a bit tight in the toe box. After wearing them for three weeks I believe for my next Xero shoe purchase I will opt for the size 14s and hope the added size will include a bit more width. If Xero Shoes are listening a bit more width would be great. It is still not enough to not use these shoes. These shoes change the way you walk, improves your posture and even, for me, has improved my posture at my desk sitting in front of the computer.
A Durable Shoe
I have worn New Balance 806 shoes for many years. The soles on this model last about 6-8 months. I tried the Reebok Royal Trainer and found its soles and inner linings last much longer than the NB shoes. The soles on my first pair of Royal Trainers have lasted over a year and I am still wearing them. I just bought my second pair and hope they are as durable as my first pair.
My Favorite New Balance Kicks!
These shoes are my favorite casual New Balance sneakers. I have purchased all of the different colors/styles of the NB All Coasts 562's because they wear so good. Highly recommended!
Foot New Balance has them and they are GREAT!!
Hard to. Find shoes for. A wide. Foot New Balance has them and they are GREAT!!!
Good Alternative to New Balance
I'm a medium over pronator with flat feet and I really like these shoes. I used to buy New Balance but I find these to be more attractive. I can wear them comfortably all day long.
Very comfortable shoe
For me, I have a narrow foot and these fit narrow feet very well. The gel make this shoe so comfortable walking or working out. I have been a New Balance customer for quite some time but these will make me take a real consideration on purchases. Fit so well, I just bought a second pair a week after I got the first pair. Great shoes.
Great shoe for foot, knees, hip and back
I myself have 6 pair of gravity defers. I did not believe anything could come close to New Balance which my physical therapist recommended for heel spurs/planter fasciitis but these shoes are awesome. I bought these for my husband for Christmas. He also has several pairs of gravity defyers and I do not expect these to not be as wonderful as the other pairs he owns.
They provide a nice "bouncy" feel
This is the fourth time I've bought a DMX variation of these sneakers. They provide a nice "bouncy" feel, although that feature has sometimes tended to collapse over time. I used to buy New Balance, but their interiors (by the heel) would fray, resulting in blisters.
Finally, a shoe I can wear all day long
I've had foot problems this past year. Shoes that I had worn comfortably for years, including other Rockports, Ecco, New Balance, Avia, Reebock, Asics, etc..., were suddenly uncomfortable and painful to wear all day long.These Rockports are great. I'm finally NOT in a hurry to get home and get into my slides. I was to the point that I'd pay $300 or better for a comfortable pair of shoes. This shoe is well worth the money.
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