New Balance Shoes

It sounds like you already know quite a bit about them. Definitely go to a New Balance store where they can help you find the right fit (as you know). I haven't actually done that myself, but have preferred NB sneakers for about 14 years now. I do not run, however...I wear them mainly for walking a LOT and light hiking...all terrain usually are the ones I go for. I especially loved them when I was around 300 lb as they were the only walking shoes that didn't hurt my feet when walking 3+ miles per night. But even now they are my favorites and hold up much longer in my experience than similarly priced shoes from Asics or Nike.

I like them as general wear sneakers. However, when I run, I prefer other brands. Nothing against NB, it's just not my preference for running

I developed a bad case of plantar fasciitis a few years back and now wear NOTHING but New Balance. They make a line of dress/casual shoes as well (Aravon, Cobb Hill). I bought my first pairs from a New Balance store, where they told me the best type for my foot type. Now I buy them from JoesNewBalanceOutlet.com almost exclusively, where you can limit by lasts (the shoe structure), etc. I don't run, for what it's worth, but used to play racquetball and have NB court shoes, cross-trainers, and even hiking boots. Actually I have NB every kind of shoe.

Highly suggest finding a brick and mortar store first and not buying at a place like Kohl's that sell the lower end lines of NB. I always had foot/ankle issues until I switched from my standard brand of Nike to NB.

New Balance is one of the few running shoe companies that offer their shoes in different widths. i have wide feet, so I have tried more than a few pairs. Haven't liked any of them. Seems like, as a general rule, they have too much cushion in the sole, which makes them squishy -- it's like driving a big boaty car, where you cannot feel the road. And, probably because they are so squishy, they do not seem to last very long before all the life goes out of them.

I run in New Balance trail running shoes (on trails, of course). They work fine for 5k's. I am not a distance runner so I don't know much about that. I also use NB's as my general all-around running around shoes. I've had like 20 pairs. I am NB loyal with the exception of my Converse fetish for powerlifting.

I've been wearing nothing but New Balance sneakers since I was 12 years old (it helps that I get them at a deep discount or free from my mom who works there!). They are definitely very comfortable and I find that a lot of their newer running/walking models are really light, making it comfy to wear for long periods of time. Also, if you have wide feet or feet pain/problems - NB is definitely the way to go

Love new balance 890v's. I did get the mint graphic ones in the 890v4 and am a little disappointed in the huge heel. I have high arches and had a bout of plantar fascists and these shoes almost instantly cured the pain. I have tried other running shoes but always return them. I like how well i can feel the ground. Its a neutral though. Go get analyzed and see what you need =D I run in the 40's weekly.

The suggestion to try out a new balance store is a good one. New Balance and Brooks are my favorites.

I use stability shoes, so I use the New Balance 940, Brook's Addiction 10, and Brooks Beast. I have mostly used New Balance for the last 15 years though. I find the last better than many brands, so the price is worth it for me. Those Brooks last a long time too. I'm kinda big, many moons ago I used to use Nike and Asics. They would tear down pretty fast, especially the Nike. The NB lasted me about 3 times longer.

I work out/ run in the NB Minimus and absolutely love them.
Not sure if you were thinking of going more minimal for your runs - these aren't for long distances, but for 4-5 miles, they are perfect.
And I love lifting in them.

Different shoes for different feet. There are some new balance that I like and I also have been liking Filas. What I find is that my feet don't like cheap shoes... neither do they like air jordans... It is all about what makes you comfortable and works best on YOUR feet.

I love New Balance (women's shoes) because they fit my very narrow feet with their narrower heel cup and yet the toe box is wide enough. No more slopping around in 'shoe boxes' I also like Merrells for trail running & hiking for the same reason. They seem to last OK - if you run a lot your shoes wear out quickly (not necessarily the sole, but the stabilization/support and cushioning)

I'd say it depends on your feet & foot tendencies. Even so not all models of their shoe are equal. I bought a pair of 1210 (I think that's it) after seeing they were well rated for arch support & pronation control, and they were discounted thru Amazon, and I've been happy with them.

Thanks- I've put in ~400 miles in my Brooks Adrenaline 13s at this point and I'm looking to replace them. Need something to get me through some more high mileage and my training for my 13.1 and upcoming 26.2.

Yeah, I like Brooks for running (and Newton), but it's all about what works for you. NB doesn't have enough support or cushion for me on runs, but obviously some others like them. I got fitted at a running store, FWIW.