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Product Description:

Men's NEW BALANCE® 990 :: Get all the support and comfort you expect from the premier stability men's New Balance® 990. You'll love the revamped new look and appreciate all the familiar comfort features. The sleek new design is a half ounce lighter, putting even more spring in your step. Feel great mile after mile with the cozier interior. 13.4 ounces

Category Type:

STABILITY+ [?]
Get the guidance and support you need to keep you running strong and feeling stable mile after mile. If you have an average arch but like extra cushioning and support, Stability+ shoes are your perfect pick. When choosing running shoes, find your perfect fit using this chart. Category types are based on factors like arch height, running habits and body frame.

Features & Benefits:

  • Encap: Provides stability and cushioning to the rear of the foot
  • ABZORB®: Provides maximum cushioning for the life of the shoe
  • Ndurance: Maximum durability in high use wear area
  • Dual Density Collar Foam: Soft, supportive cushioning around the ankle
  • Pigskin/Mesh Upper: Premium upper materials provide structure and breathability
  • Reflective Details: Safety for night running
  • Blown Rubber Forefoot: Provides softer yet responsive feel
  • NBW2337
Product NBA1532 Review

Specifications:

  • Predecessor Product Type:  993

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Mens New Balance 990 Running Shoe
 
4.1

(based on 22 reviews)

81%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Pros

  • Comfortable (18)
  • Cushions impact (16)
  • Good traction (11)
  • Durable (9)
  • Arch support (8)

Cons

  • Heavy (3)
  • Wears out quickly (3)

Best Uses

  • Road running (9)
  • Walking (6)
    • Sizing:
    • Feels full size too small

       

      Feels half size too small

       

      Feels true to size

       

      86% 

      (18 reviews)

      Feels half size too big

       

      Feels full size too big

       
    • Width:
    • Feels too narrow

       

      Feels true to width

       

      90% 

      (19 reviews)

      Feels too wide

       
    • Arch Type:
    • Average arch (17), Low arch (3)
    • Reviewer Profile:
    • Casual/ recreational (9), Enthusiast (8), Gym rat (4)
    • Was this a gift?:
    • No (22)

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4.0

not as comfy on the topside

By Coach Mark

from El Paso, TX.

About Me Gym Rat

Pros

  • Comfortable
  • Cushions Impact
  • Pronation Control

Cons

  • Poor Arch Support

Best Uses

  • Gym

Comments about Mens New Balance 990 Running Shoe:

Daily, training, walking, running/jogging on treadmil, etc. Love the look and feel on the bottom of my feet, however, on the right shoe, something happens with the tongue of the shoe and it really irritates the top of my right foot. This has never happened to me with any shoe before this.

  • Sizing:
  • Feels true to size
  • Width:
  • Feels too wide
  • Arch Type:
  • Low Arch
  • Was this a gift?:
  • No
 
2.0

990 makes me feel 90 instaed of only 84

By old man

from Granite Springs, NY

About Me Casual/ Recreational

Verified Buyer

Pros

  • Breathable
  • Comfortable
  • Good Traction

Cons

  • Poor Cushioning

Best Uses

  • Walking

Comments about Mens New Balance 990 Running Shoe:

Almost immediate delivery.

I am elderly (84) run (jog) three miles four or five times a week. Cushioning could be better. My older 992 and 993 seem to have had superior cushioning. These jar my hips.
Probably will call in next order and ask some questions rather than order on line.

  • Sizing:
  • Feels true to size
  • Width:
  • Feels true to width
  • Arch Type:
  • Average Arch
  • Was this a gift?:
  • No
 
5.0

First class shoe

By Too many shoes

from Ridgecrest, CA

About Me Casual/ Recreational

Verified Buyer

Pros

  • Comfortable
  • Cushions Impact
  • Durable
  • Great with Jeans

Cons

    Best Uses

    • Road Running

    Comments about Mens New Balance 990 Running Shoe:

    Excellent shoe for training runs and everyday wear. They are made in the USA.

    • Sizing:
    • Feels true to size
    • Width:
    • Feels true to width
    • Arch Type:
    • Average Arch
    • Was this a gift?:
    • No
     
    3.0

    Am I the only one?

    By Frustrated with updates

    from Cambridge, NE

    About Me Avid Athlete

    Verified Reviewer

    Pros

      Cons

        Best Uses

        • Road Running

        Comments about Mens New Balance 990 Running Shoe:

        I am a 170 lb 30 miles/wk runner. Leave it to NB to update, and screw up, the best shoe out there, the 993. NB, please tell the "good idea fairy" to go away. And RRS, can you get the 993 as a classic? Am I the only one that thinks the forefoot is not the same as the 993? Did they take out the gel? This "update" feels "squishier" than the 993. Thankfully, I have found the 993 still available elsewhere.

        • Was this a gift?:
        • No
         
        5.0

        Great feel

        By Scott

        from Plainfield, IL

        About Me Avid Athlete

        Verified Buyer

        Pros

        • Comfortable
        • Cushions Impact
        • Durable

        Cons

        • Heavy

        Best Uses

        • Pavement

        Comments about Mens New Balance 990 Running Shoe:

        used for runs 3-8 miles

        • Sizing:
        • Feels true to size
        • Width:
        • Feels true to width
        • Arch Type:
        • Average Arch
        • Was this a gift?:
        • No
         
        5.0

        NB Shoes

        By Ray

        from Atlanta, GA

        Verified Buyer

        Pros

        • Breathable
        • Comfortable
        • Cushions Impact
        • Good Arch Support
        • Pronation Control

        Cons

        • Wears Out Quickly

        Best Uses

        • Road Running

        Comments about Mens New Balance 990 Running Shoe:

        I really like how NB shoes fit. I often switch between NB and Brooks. NB shoes are very comfortable on longer runs.

        • Sizing:
        • Feels true to size
        • Width:
        • Feels true to width
        • Arch Type:
        • Average Arch
        • Was this a gift?:
        • No
         
        4.0

        Great shoe!

        By Steve

        from Dalzell,SC

        About Me Gym Rat

        Verified Buyer

        Pros

        • Awe
        • Breathable
        • Comfortable
        • Cushions Impact
        • Good Arch Support
        • Good Traction
        • Pronation Control

        Cons

          Best Uses

          • Gym

          Comments about Mens New Balance 990 Running Shoe:

          Only shoe I can use because of plantar fasciitis and it is AWESOME!

          • Sizing:
          • Feels true to size
          • Width:
          • Feels true to width
          • Arch Type:
          • High Arch
          • Was this a gift?:
          • No
           
          5.0

          Tried and true

          By Carl

          from New York

          About Me Gym Rat

          Verified Buyer

          Pros

          • Breathable
          • Comfortable
          • Cushions Impact
          • Durable
          • Good Traction
          • Pronation Control

          Cons

            Best Uses

            • Road Running

            Comments about Mens New Balance 990 Running Shoe:

            190 lbs, 5'11". Jog 12-16 miles/week. Provides more than adequate support and cushioning while not being too heavy. A great classic running shoe. Took Road Runner Sports advice and purchased 1/2 size larger than normally wear and shoe fits like glove.

            • Sizing:
            • Feels half size too small
            • Width:
            • Feels true to width
            • Arch Type:
            • Average Arch
            • Was this a gift?:
            • No
             
            5.0

            I've been buying this series for years!

            By Gerry

            from Phoenix, AZ

            About Me Casual/ Recreational

            Verified Buyer

            Pros

            • Comfortable
            • Cushions Impact
            • Durable
            • Good Traction

            Cons

              Best Uses

              • Road Running

              Comments about Mens New Balance 990 Running Shoe:

              I'm a heavy guy that tries to get 25 to 30 miles per week on the road. I have a high arch, so I use an arch support. This is the best shoe I have ever found to keep me injury free. I am sold. I buy up one size and wider one size - perfect.

              • Sizing:
              • Feels full size too small
              • Width:
              • Feels too narrow
              • Arch Type:
              • Average Arch
              • Was this a gift?:
              • No
               
              5.0

              Do not buy a 1/2 size up!

              By Andrew

              from Lexington, KY

              About Me Casual/ Recreational

              Verified Buyer

              Pros

              • Comfortable
              • Cushions Impact
              • Durable
              • Good Arch Support
              • Great with Jeans

              Cons

              • Heavy

              Best Uses

              • Walking

              Comments about Mens New Balance 990 Running Shoe:

              I purchased a half size up like suggested, and had to return them for my normal size. Otherwise, great shoe!

              • Sizing:
              • Feels true to size
              • Width:
              • Feels true to width
              • Arch Type:
              • Average Arch
              • Was this a gift?:
              • No
               
              4.0

              Great Shoes!

              By MBS

              from Chicago, IL

              About Me Avid Athlete

              Verified Buyer

              Pros

              • Comfortable
              • Durable
              • Good Traction
              • Great with Jeans

              Cons

                Best Uses

                • Walking

                Comments about Mens New Balance 990 Running Shoe:

                Great shoes at amore reasonable price.

                • Sizing:
                • Feels true to size
                • Width:
                • Feels true to width
                • Arch Type:
                • Average Arch
                • Was this a gift?:
                • No
                 
                4.0

                Good fit

                By runnerman

                from Waverly Iowa

                About Me Casual/ Recreational

                Verified Buyer

                Pros

                • Cushions Impact

                Cons

                  Best Uses

                  • Walking

                  Comments about Mens New Balance 990 Running Shoe:

                  I bought the shoes to just kick around in, walking.

                  • Sizing:
                  • Feels true to size
                  • Width:
                  • Feels true to width
                  • Arch Type:
                  • Average Arch
                  • Was this a gift?:
                  • No
                   
                  3.0

                  High expectations- modest performance

                  By Randy

                  from Collegeville pa

                  About Me Avid Athlete

                  Verified Buyer

                  Pros

                  • Pronation Control

                  Cons

                  • Poor Cushioning

                  Best Uses

                  • Trail Running

                  Comments about Mens New Balance 990 Running Shoe:

                  Expected cushioning and comfort received rigidity and stability. Returned shoe for something more cushiony .

                  Service and delivery comments:

                  Great services. Shoes came with return instructions and self addressed postage sticker to attach to shoe box for return.

                  • Sizing:
                  • Feels true to size
                  • Width:
                  • Feels true to width
                  • Arch Type:
                  • Average Arch
                  • Was this a gift?:
                  • No
                   
                  5.0

                  I love these shoes! I walk farther pain

                  By Jim Lein

                  from San Diego, CA

                  About Me Casual/ Recreational

                  Verified Buyer

                  Pros

                  • Breathable
                  • Comfortable
                  • Cushions Impact
                  • Good Arch Support
                  • Lightweight

                  Cons

                    Best Uses

                    • Walking

                    Comments about Mens New Balance 990 Running Shoe:

                    I walk a lot at work and my feet, legs and hips ached before the day was over. I was fitted for orthodics and with the NB shoes I have no more pain. I've only had the shoes for 3 weeks and have already recommended both the ortodics and the shoes to at least 20 people.
                    Loved the service, too.

                    • Sizing:
                    • Feels true to size
                    • Width:
                    • Feels true to width
                    • Arch Type:
                    • Low Arch
                    • Was this a gift?:
                    • No
                     
                    3.0

                    Good 993 replacement, but tongue slips

                    By Clydesdale Dave

                    from Sykesville MD

                    About Me Casual/ Recreational

                    Verified Reviewer

                    Pros

                    • Comfortable
                    • Cushions Impact
                    • Durable
                    • Good Traction

                    Cons

                    • Tongue Too Small Slips

                    Best Uses

                    • Road Running

                    Comments about Mens New Balance 990 Running Shoe:

                    Good solid NB shoe for us Clydesdale's on or off road, but I don't like the smaller tongue. Even with laces through the loop on the tongue it tends to slide to one side. I'll probably try the 998's next pair.

                    • Sizing:
                    • Feels true to size
                    • Width:
                    • Feels true to width
                    • Arch Type:
                    • Average Arch
                    • Was this a gift?:
                    • No
                     
                    4.0

                    New Balance 990 Series for 20+ Years

                    By none

                    from Pittsboro, NC

                    About Me Avid Athlete

                    Verified Buyer

                    Pros

                    • Comfortable
                    • Cushions Impact
                    • Good Arch Support
                    • Good Traction

                    Cons

                    • Wears Out Quickly

                    Best Uses

                    • Road Running

                    Comments about Mens New Balance 990 Running Shoe:

                    Run every day and alternate.

                    • Sizing:
                    • Feels true to size
                    • Width:
                    • Feels true to width
                    • Arch Type:
                    • Average Arch
                    • Was this a gift?:
                    • No
                     
                    5.0

                    Love them!!

                    By DK

                    from Georgia

                    About Me Avid Athlete

                    Verified Buyer

                    Pros

                    • Breathable
                    • Comfortable
                    • Cushions Impact
                    • Durable
                    • Fast
                    • Good Arch Support
                    • Good Traction
                    • Great with Jeans
                    • Lightweight
                    • Pronation Control

                    Cons

                      Best Uses

                      • Road Running

                      Comments about Mens New Balance 990 Running Shoe:

                      Best shoe ever been wearing since 11th grade

                      • Sizing:
                      • Feels true to size
                      • Width:
                      • Feels true to width
                      • Arch Type:
                      • Average Arch
                      • Was this a gift?:
                      • No
                       
                      5.0

                      Great shoe!

                      By KH

                      from Texas

                      About Me Avid Athlete

                      Verified Buyer

                      Pros

                      • Breathable
                      • Comfortable
                      • Cushions Impact
                      • Good Traction
                      • Pronation Control

                      Cons

                      • Heavy

                      Best Uses

                      • Road Running

                      Comments about Mens New Balance 990 Running Shoe:

                      I've been wearing NB 900 series shoes for 20+ years, and this is another winner! They keep getting better, and lighter; although, they are still a bit heavy. I've tried other brands, and other NB models, but I keep coming back to the 900 series!

                      • Sizing:
                      • Feels true to size
                      • Width:
                      • Feels true to width
                      • Arch Type:
                      • Average Arch
                      • Was this a gift?:
                      • No
                       
                      1.0

                      Runs way small for size 14

                      By Jim Beam

                      from Chicago, IL

                      About Me Gym Rat

                      Pros

                        Cons

                          Best Uses

                            Comments about Mens New Balance 990 Running Shoe:

                            My podiatrist suggested trying the NB 1540 shoe for motion control and stability. Normally wear size 14 in any well made in America dress shoe (e.g. Allen Edmonds) and size 14 fits fine. New Balance American made NB 993 in size 14 fits fine. Tried NB 1540 in size 14 and it was way too small. Tried size 15 1540 and my toes were still crushed into the shoe. Held the NB 1540 size 15 against the size 14 NB 993 and the 1540 was smaller. I also tried the new NB 990 replacement for the 993 and it was way small like the 1540. Don't know what New Balance is doing with lasts and sizing but it doesn't relate to larger American sizes. The 1540 and/or 990 be great shoes if they fit you properly but I suggest trying it on before purchasing.

                            • Sizing:
                            • Feels full size too small
                            • Width:
                            • Feels true to width
                            • Arch Type:
                            • Low Arch
                            • Was this a gift?:
                            • No
                             
                            5.0

                            ""Saved my European Vacation

                            By tnt nova

                            from phoenix az

                            About Me Casual/ Recreational

                            Pros

                            • Comfortable
                            • Cushions Impact

                            Cons

                              Best Uses

                              • Walking

                              Comments about Mens New Balance 990 Running Shoe:

                              I have a Neuroma on my right foot and tried a lot of high dollar shoes none seemed to help, bought these 2 days before i left for Europe best purchase i ever made.

                              • Sizing:
                              • Feels true to size
                              • Width:
                              • Feels true to width
                              • Arch Type:
                              • Average Arch
                              • Was this a gift?:
                              • No

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