New Balance # containment thread

[yourfuckingdad]

how is the width on the 808s compared to the 1010s?

[Mongo Lloyd]

how is the width on the 808s compared to the 1010s?

Tighter, that’s a big part of the reason we’ve been suggesting going a half size up on 808’s. The strip that runs mid foot along the top of the sole is a foot vice.

[yourfuckingdad]

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how is the width on the 808s compared to the 1010s?

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Tighter, that’s a big part of the reason we’ve been suggesting going a half size up on 808’s. The strip that runs mid foot along the top of the sole is a foot vice.

Thanks, I'll stick with the 1010s.

[somedudefromnj]

I either flick the hell out of tricks or don't push very hard. The 2 pairs of 440's I've skated wore through the toe cap and side panel before the sole was toast

As a heelflipper, this is my current experience. The sole seems to be holding amazing, but the stitching where my feelflips wear on the 440 are all gone. The N is half off too haha.

I know I mentioned they're great after wearing in, but I just really wish my 288s were on my feet every time I look down. Dont wanna waste perfectly fine shoes though

[buggot]

Hey all! First post here but wanted to get some insight about the 1010s.

1010 collectors and lovers, this is for you!

I'm probably gonna try getting a pair as soon as I can; I tried them on in store and they felt pretty good (although I'll have to go back to make sure the sizing is right since some of you said the leather/mesh ones stretch)

My question is: are there significant differences between the different colorways or versions of the 1010? New Balance's official website seems to think so here: they list certain colorways separately, and also under the "Features" tab in each product it gives slightly different lists (FantomFit here but not here)

I know some of them have smooth leather instead of suede, and some have a mesh upper (looks like everything currently on their official website is mesh). Just wanna make sure I don't accidentally purchase something I didn't mean to.

@rothdigga any thoughts?

Much appreciated! Also, any thoughts about their fit and durability would be appreciated. Thanks!

[rothdigga]

Hey all! First post here but wanted to get some insight about the 1010s.

1010 collectors and lovers, this is for you!

I'm probably gonna try getting a pair as soon as I can; I tried them on in store and they felt pretty good (although I'll have to go back to make sure the sizing is right since some of you said the leather/mesh ones stretch)

My question is: are there significant differences between the different colorways or versions of the 1010? New Balance's official website seems to think so here: they list certain colorways separately, and also under the "Features" tab in each product it gives slightly different lists (FantomFit here but not here)

I know some of them have smooth leather instead of suede, and some have a mesh upper (looks like everything currently on their official website is mesh). Just wanna make sure I don't accidentally purchase something I didn't mean to.

@rothdigga any thoughts?

Much appreciated! Also, any thoughts about their fit and durability would be appreciated. Thanks!

I think it's mostly just a personal preference thing as to the materials used.  Some really like the mesh top and some the suede or leather.  Fantom Fit is used on all of the colorways so I'm not sure why it's not called out for each one you linked to. 
I would say generally, you won't have any issues with their durability as they're one of our longest lasting models. 
I've always found the 1010 to be true to size and haven't personally needed to size down on it (I'm an 11.5) but I do know some people like to size down for the heel lock.

[MFS]

https://youtu.be/-pMzyEWZgyA?t=27

Is this not the tom know pro model at 00:27?

[DanRar009]

https://youtu.be/-pMzyEWZgyA?t=27

Is this not the tom know pro model at 00:27?

Nah that’s just a colorway of the 288s

[Pasta Monster]

Anyone know when the Tom Knox shoe releases?

[mindfuzz]

Fall

[moonordie]

Anyone know when the Tom Knox shoe releases?

October I believe

[RichardBarkley]

808 are the best shoe I've had in so long

[Candied cigarettes]

@rothdigga are new 212s coming soon? It’s the perfect shoe imo, and i’d like to avoid buying online if i can

[rothdigga]

@rothdigga are new 212s coming soon? It’s the perfect shoe imo, and i’d like to avoid buying online if i can

Do you mean the new colorways for this season?  If a shop ordered them, they should be arrived by now.  But I would snag as many as you can of that shoe because that model is going away for us.  If there's a colorway you're into, stock up!  We made the last batch to be pretty universal colors to have on our site for a while. 

[Frank and Fred]

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@rothdigga are new 212s coming soon? It’s the perfect shoe imo, and i’d like to avoid buying online if i can

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Do you mean the new colorways for this season?  If a shop ordered them, they should be arrived by now.  But I would snag as many as you can of that shoe because that model is going away for us.  If there's a colorway you're into, stock up!  We made the last batch to be pretty universal colors to have on our site for a while.

Oh shit. That's my shoe. 213 going away also?

[Candied cigarettes]

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@rothdigga are new 212s coming soon? It’s the perfect shoe imo, and i’d like to avoid buying online if i can

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Do you mean the new colorways for this season?  If a shop ordered them, they should be arrived by now.  But I would snag as many as you can of that shoe because that model is going away for us.  If there's a colorway you're into, stock up!  We made the last batch to be pretty universal colors to have on our site for a while.

Oh shit! Thanks for the heads up! Glad I asked, i just bought what i guess will be my last pair on sale

[E]

Really wish NB still included an extra pair of laces with each pair. Starting to run low on my stockpile

[buggot]

Made sure today I got the right size, looks like I will have to do half a size down on the 1010s.

Does anyone know (especially flat footed people like myself) if the arch section support of the insole/shoe flattens at all? It's a bit too arch-y for me and digs a bit into that part of my foot.

[MetalAnkleMan]

Made sure today I got the right size, looks like I will have to do half a size down on the 1010s.

Does anyone know (especially flat footed people like myself) if the arch section support of the insole/shoe flattens at all? It's a bit too arch-y for me and digs a bit into that part of my foot.

I got full on flat duck feet, i would say yes the insole flattens over time. I do experience some arch pain from the arch support in the 1010 but that goes away the more you wear them and your foot adjusts to it. Also the most common thing I read here is people taking about the heel slip in the 1010. For whatever reason the more you wear them the heel slip goes away. I also tie my shoes all the way up and pull tighter on the last lace holes and that helps as well.

[JimGeko]

What’s the sizing like on NB these days? Last pair I had I had to go a full size up.

[PatrickSkateman]

A 650 with an Abzorb insole would be the perfect skate shoe for me.

[iw0]

based on looks or skating the 550/650s before? for all the hype on the *50 line, i hear very little regarding skating the shoes. last time it came up on here i want to say it was a resounding "meh" experience

[Made In China]

What’s the sizing like on NB these days? Last pair I had I had to go a full size up.

True to size on my 440 highs and 1010s. They were a little tight at first but broke in and are perfect now.

[Crap]

based on looks or skating the 550/650s before? for all the hype on the *50 line, i hear very little regarding skating the shoes. last time it came up on here i want to say it was a resounding "meh" experience

I think I've seen Reynolds skate them once or twice. They look like a pretty skateable silhouette, but I've had them in hand and the leather was plastic-y garbage. Some of them have a suede toecap, so those ones might be better, but I can't imagine the leather ones holding up very well.

[FrenchSkater]

I bought my first pair of westgate 508 despite some negative reviews.. like what the sole is not thick enough. However, I like slim silhouette shoes and have read that they are better than the 440s, and I've been walking in the 440s for 4 months and have no foot pain.. so.. the 508s don't can only be positive haha, right ? 

[bumpnrun]

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@rothdigga can you comment on the sizing of the 212 and 272? TTS?

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The 212 is one of the only shoes I have to size down in.  I wear a 11.5 and get 11's in the 212's.

I know some go TTS on the 272 and some size down, it's an in between it seems as I know it's a longer, narrow last.

I ended up ordering both in size 10, which is what I wear for 99% of skate shoes. 212s feel TTS to me. 272 feel a smidge bigger but nothing crazy, not a 1/2 size bigger. I read like a million reviews on both in terms of TTS, fit big, fit small etc and it's crazy how there are so many different experiences out there about sizing on different peoples' feet.

[YeoWhattup]

Is franky getting a shoe? They been wearing a green NB on their IG that I’ve never seen before. Looks cool

[In A Jar]

Is franky getting a shoe? They been wearing a green NB on their IG that I’ve never seen before. Looks cool

I really hope so and had heard something about it before the Reynolds show started. 

[rothdigga]

Is franky getting a shoe? They been wearing a green NB on their IG that I’ve never seen before. Looks cool

Sooner than you think!

[Atiba Applebum]

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Is franky getting a shoe? They been wearing a green NB on their IG that I’ve never seen before. Looks cool

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Sooner than you think!

Makes sense.   Franky and both Tom Ks seem to have had a ton of colorways.  It’s not surprising that 2 of the 3 have pro models on the way and I hope Karangelov will get his too