Air Jordan 1 Mid Carbon Fiber All-Star (2021)

Reviewer Carmel Finley

they are a bit on the narrow side. I ordered a half size up knowing this...and that helps. My foot is about a D/E width. Any wider of a foot than that and you will be unhappy.

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 C Blanc

Second pair. Very nice shoes

Reviewer ChuckyB18

These were a lot nicer than I thought they would be, at a fantastic price too. I bought them as a gift, so I will have to reserve final judgement when the recipient sees/wears them. Not an easy size to find in stores, so this is a great opportunity to get the shoe I wanted at the right price. Arrived fast, and in great condition

Reviewer Glow Worm

Great fit and feel. These are comfortable and give plenty of support and good value for money

Reviewer Karen McVicker

Feel good. Look good. Great price!

Reviewer Terry K JacobsDavis

They are a good shoe they are very comfortable , the leather is nice . it's just a big shoe like overall big not in the sizing but as a shoe itself.

Reviewer M Barton

I got a half size larger based on past experience with other athletic shoes and they fit fine. Toe box is not cramped at all. Memory foam makes shoe very comfortable to wear.

Reviewer Brian Banning

These fit just right, right out of the box.