New Balance # containment thread

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Those look nice, good idea. Been wanting to try 440s since 1010s where the most friendly to my back but a bit 'too much' otherwise.

[BlancoBartoATL]

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Those look nice, good idea. Been wanting to try 440s since 1010s where the most friendly to my back but a bit 'too much' otherwise.

Yhese are super sick but anyone who rides in this shoe knows that the the suede ones skate entirely better and are considerably more comfortable and if they would make for example navy suede w/gray mesh with white sole it would shine a even brighter light around a already incredibly well done and highly functional mid top skate shoe. My example color way is 100% based on already legendary classic OG running shoes that to this day sell out when they bring back a in OG color ways and I personally view this shoe as iconic as the 998 and 995’s.

[LebowskisRug]

Love the way 440's skate, but somehow they are the least durable shoe I've skated. It doesn't seem others have this problem as much as I do.

[Acky Jacky]

The 440 Hi is my favorite skate shoe ever, I just got my 5th pair. I love the way the leather ones look but it’s true that the suede version is two or three times as durable. This fact won’t stop me from getting the above posted colorway. I wish the lows fit me as well, because those black ones are beautiful.

[PAWL]

i like the way the leather skates over the suede. trying to get those white highs

[Mantracker]

Love it how the 440 high white is basically the same colour as the last white version. I'll probably snag a pair of these as I love the leather to skate in

[skateviewer]

already skated a pair of the tom knox black lows but looking forward to the real deal

[Bigwheelbite]

Loving the new 272's in white perforated leather. Can see why so many ppl r on the NB wave and makin the switch...

Anyone tried the new Westgate 508?

[Mantracker]

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already skated a pair of the tom knox black lows but looking forward to the real deal

Ah the "Half-Knox"

[Damoforce]

Ended up getting some 1010 half price. Can't try in shop atm in Melbourne, retail is closed.

I'm 11 in most, nike sb 10.5 if you want to be really picky. But got 11, they fit great. 10.5 would also be picky just to bring the length down.

[hmmmokay]

Not sure if they have been discussed extensively but I picked up a pair of 272's today and I have never had a shoe feel so good on a board right out of the box. I cannot comment on durability obviously but the first session was excellent. Will definitely be grabbing another pair in the future. Not one complaint.

[90sDamiano]

From Tiago's insta

When are these dropping?

[WideFeet]

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From Tiago's insta

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When are these dropping?

They were suppose to drop this month, but everything is late getting out of the shipping containers. They should be out sometime in the next month

[toe_knee]

So the 913s I picked up. They are comfy but a bit on the slimmer side, really good shoe, great grip and support, waiting on that new Tiago colorway to drop

[90sDamiano]

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From Tiago's insta

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When are these dropping?

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They were suppose to drop this month, but everything is late getting out of the shipping containers. They should be out sometime in the next month

Word thanks for that, love this colorway

[WideFeet]

@rothdigga on the Nine Club tomorrow!

[con_hielo]

Anyone know if the fit is different from 440 HI to 440 Low? Thanks

[Urtripping]

Anyone know if the fit is different from 440 HI to 440 Low? Thanks

I wear a 9 in both and they both feel fine!

[con_hielo]

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Anyone know if the fit is different from 440 HI to 440 Low? Thanks

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I wear a 9 in both and they both feel fine!

Thx, is there less heel movement in the Hi?

[Rem377]

Has the 379 low been discontinued? It looks like only the mid version is available now... If so, it looks like the 272 is the closest replacement in terms of silhouette, board feel, etc.

Does anyone know if the 272 has the same sizing as the 379 lows? For reference I wear my true size in 255, 379, and 379 mid, but have to size down in 212 and 508.

[WideFeet]

Has the 379 low been discontinued? It looks like only the mid version is available now... If so, it looks like the 272 is the closest replacement in terms of silhouette, board feel, etc.

Does anyone know if the 272 has the same sizing as the 379 lows? For reference I wear my true size in 255, 379, and 379 mid, but have to size down in 212 and 508.

The 272’s are replacing the 379’s. I love the 379’s, so it’s bummer. I had to get a half size down in the 272’s

[Urtripping]

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Anyone know if the fit is different from 440 HI to 440 Low? Thanks

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I wear a 9 in both and they both feel fine!

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Thx, is there less heel movement in the Hi?

Honestly I think the lows felt more snug than the highs with less movement. Didn't notice significant heel movement in either shoe, though.

[Xen]

Not sure if they have been discussed extensively but I picked up a pair of 272's today and I have never had a shoe feel so good on a board right out of the box. I cannot comment on durability obviously but the first session was excellent. Will definitely be grabbing another pair in the future. Not one complaint.

I'm eyeing these next or the Foy (coming off 255s). Not sure which to go with. Didal colorway if pretty fire tho, especially for fall. Which colorway did you pick up?

Edit: screw it, I picked up a a pair of the 272s (didals) as it looked like my size was getting scarce and of course if I slept, when I finally decided they've be gone.

[Bubblegum Tate]

[hmmmokay]

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Not sure if they have been discussed extensively but I picked up a pair of 272's today and I have never had a shoe feel so good on a board right out of the box. I cannot comment on durability obviously but the first session was excellent. Will definitely be grabbing another pair in the future. Not one complaint.

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I'm eyeing these next or the Foy (coming off 255s). Not sure which to go with. Didal colorway if pretty fire tho, especially for fall. Which colorway did you pick up?

Edit: screw it, I picked up a a pair of the 272s (didals) as it looked like my size was getting scarce and of course if I slept, when I finally decided they've be gone.

I picked up the orange / blue ones. It was either those or the black / black / teal ones and I'm not a huge fan of black foxing tape/soles. I just don't think I rock it well haha. The colorway tate just posted looks great though, I saw them last week and am considering copping just to have ready once these ones go.

[Xen]

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Not sure if they have been discussed extensively but I picked up a pair of 272's today and I have never had a shoe feel so good on a board right out of the box. I cannot comment on durability obviously but the first session was excellent. Will definitely be grabbing another pair in the future. Not one complaint.

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I'm eyeing these next or the Foy (coming off 255s). Not sure which to go with. Didal colorway if pretty fire tho, especially for fall. Which colorway did you pick up?

Edit: screw it, I picked up a a pair of the 272s (didals) as it looked like my size was getting scarce and of course if I slept, when I finally decided they've be gone.

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I picked up the orange / blue ones. It was either those or the black / black / teal ones and I'm not a huge fan of black foxing tape/soles. I just don't think I rock it well haha. The colorway tate just posted looks great though, I saw them last week and am considering copping just to have ready once these ones go.

Good choice, the black/black I couldn't do (but almost did); the didal colorway is def more my style as I can deal with black foxing as long as the uppers/vamps/toe have a different color going on; I was able to find them at the same price as the regular colorways so win/win.

[Bubblegum Tate]

White leather

[LebowskisRug]

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Anyone know if the fit is different from 440 HI to 440 Low? Thanks

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I wear a 9 in both and they both feel fine!

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Thx, is there less heel movement in the Hi?

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Honestly I think the lows felt more snug than the highs with less movement. Didn't notice significant heel movement in either shoe, though.

I noticed the same and swear the high are more flexible all around, maybe even in the sole. My lows also lasted longer

[fs1/2cab]

Hey pals, I never ever wore some New Balance in my life before. What is the consensus on the sizing?

Most Lakai's in 7.5 fit me. Adidas, Emerica, Etnies and Vans in 7.5 are a bit too big. Never wore Nike either and don't want to, to be honest.

Which shoe should I try? Cupsole or Vulc would both be nice but I need some ankle padding.

Thanks in advance.

[toe_knee]

Hey pals, I never ever wore some New Balance in my life before. What is the consensus on the sizing?

Most Lakai's in 7.5 fit me. Adidas, Emerica, Etnies and Vans in 7.5 are a bit too big. Never wore Nike either and don't want to, to be honest.

Which shoe should I try? Cupsole or Vulc would both be nice but I need some ankle padding.

Thanks in advance.

I’d go with a TTS 440 high, new balance’s cupsoles really are the shining light of the brand for me, everyone can make a good vulc, it’s tough to make a good cupsole, and they have several. Welcome to the fold