Reviewer Xavier Zizzik
Like very much comfortable and holding up to daily wear
Reviewer juanita morris
Just a great walking shoe for this old man. Easy on and off, a cushioned sole, and plenty wide. As reviewers stated, they tend to pick up rocks off our driveway.
Reviewer trevstonlongworth
I normally only wear 574's from New Balance, but I purchased these because they share the same shoe last and they're similar. I can't say that I like them as well, but they're alright.
I believe the mid-soles are different, and while I think I like the 574 mid-sole better, the 565 doesn't seem bad. One thing I definitely don't like as well is the lack of mesh in the all-suede upper. They probably don't breath as well, but that's not a huge factor for me in a suede shoe. I just like the looks of the mesh/suede combo better then the all-suede shoe.
I saved my final criticism for last, because it applies to both the 565 and 574 models of "Lifestyle and Retro" shoes. These are the ones with model numbers that start with "ml". I don't like them because they appear to be the hipster version of New Balance shoes, with laces that usually match the suede. Like any good hipster shoe, they seem to be more narrow, which is antithetical to the very thing that made the 574, and probably 565, popular shoes in the first place (i.e. spacious.) Even though these are supposedly made on the same shoe last as other models in the line, they definitely don't have the advertised toe depth of the SL-2 shoe last. I've also noticed that many New Balance shoes made on the SL-2 last don't seem to be as wide as they used to be, so that issue probably isn't for the lifestyle and retro shoes alone.
Seems strange that New Balance would ruin a popular line of shoes by changing the very things that made them popular, but that's what they seem to be doing. For customers that want a more narrow 574, it seems like New Balance would just suggest the 363 or one of their models made on narrow shoe lasts. Regardless, I wish they'd leave the SL-2 shoes alone, so that customer who appreciate them can continue to do so. I've worn them for 20 years and the only thing that will stop that is if New Balance changes the shoes so much that they're not the same.
Reviewer Rhonda Eubanks
Tried these New Balance shoes for an extended travel overseas and they were just perfect. They were lightweight for all day wear and very comfortable. Mine was half a size larger than what I would normally wear. The only issue was that the laces were very long (probably would have better if I had laced it through the last two holes) and would sometimes come loose.
Reviewer Patricia C Stendal
Sketchers has become our favorite brand in athletic shoes. They bring a combination of comfort, good support and good looks. All this and they typically are less expensive than competing brands. An additional plus in this shoe was the black sole.
Reviewer David Vest
I like these better than the stan smiths. they are mesh, so they do get dirty easier, but the price is way better and they look pretty similar.
Reviewer skepticalbutpleased
have gait issues and these help
Reviewer LEAVER
Again another comfortable shoe by New balance, size 13 fit perfect. I'm very stylish shoe. Lightweight. I've only had one pair of New balance shoes that actually were absolutely horrible I returned them. But all other 15 pairs including this one are dynamite.
Reviewer Synner
I have big feet and these shoes are nice, light, soft. My only complaint is they are a little narrow. Setting shoe tree in them now to make a bit wider, or just more use should do it, otherwise 5 stars.
Reviewer Colleen Laroe
These were too narrow for me despite my having ordered a half size larger than usual. I wasn't willing to try going up a full size. Bummer, as they look great and seem to be of good quality.
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