This sneaker is f*ing awesome - New Balance 574

[@RoseAnvil]

Get Rose Anvil specialty coasters that will last and only get better with age here - bit.ly/3ZFh43Z

[@Chris-c5f2q]

Please cut a pair of Chippewa Super Loggers, had a pair 7 years and they were better than I expected for the price.

[@SageRites]

THIS is my favorite shoe and i would like to know if it has changed since the 90s

[@fc7535]

Please review the 991 made in england Thanks

[@leatherbound4233]

Reality, then don't get better with age. They will stain, show rim marks veg tan does not absorb much so any sweating from a glass will spill over and seep threw. If you live in a hot climate all that water will lead to mold if not dried out even if the leather has a top coat seal. Leather coasters only really work as you showed them in good dry conditions. I've been making them for decades, plain, tooled and engraved, I use them and replace them about every 3yrs.

[@fernandovillanueva6576]

Hey,can you please check the mexican brand Flexi,they make some interesting designs inspire by Big brands,and they said they are better Quality,but mexican reviews don't have the same level of research and test as yours

[@lescrone5048]

When I joined the Navy in 1989, I was issued a pair of NB 574’s for PT. They proved to be one of the most comfortable shoes I ever owned. Great for running but comfortable for casual use too.

[@mikeschmidt4800]

When I joined in '08, they gave us some shitty modern NB's. They were just alright.

[@sneakerprofiler]

I was in the Army 1987-1990. Same. I remember NB and Saucony being two of few brands at the small PX near the barracks no matter where I was stationed. ✌🏽💙👟

[@TheIronSnail]

These + the Nike waffle trainers/Cortez are some of my favorite silhouettes of all time!

[@gibsonisthename]

This guy likes carharrt

[@SteelKreel]

Turtle

[@betulaobscura]

Adidas Campus.

[@Lifting_Like_Larry]

Rose Anvil x Iron Snail collab?

[@antihouse7753]

Michael Michael it's you! Congrats on the new denim drops

[@faeriesmak]

NB 574 are the only shoes that do not cause a lot of foot pain for me while walking miles and miles. I have arthritis in both feet and it is firm enough and also soft enough and most importantly WIDE enough. They don’t have grommets that push into tender foot bits. I can get two years of heavy duty walking out of a pair. They really hold up to trail walking as well as pavement. For me they are worth the money.

[@cheeru6457]

Have you ever tried Brooks Adrenaline GTS? I have flat feet, and they are very comfortable.

[@Banininator]

For me, the only ones I take for trips are Reebok CLUB C 85 vintage, Stan Smith and the NB 574 wide and flat heavenfor me ha

[@seizethecarp_]

Literally bought a couple pairs of these because of this review. 2 weeks on... not disappointed! Thanks for the recommendation.

[@z471]

These have been my favorite sneakers since I was in middle school (I'm 40 now). They are a timeless classic.

[@guitarguymi]

Saw a pair of those in orange while on vacation. Scooped them up and loved them. They look like Creamsicles and I'm not a dad but get called the fun uncle, not my dad shoes but my Funckle Pops.

[@toddrklein3188]

I watch your videos from time to time, and this may be one of the first times I’ve ever commented. However, just wanted to say I appreciate your content and the knowledge and information you have and your willingness to share it with others.

[@syd0091]

I inherited some 8 year old 574's from my dad like 4 years ago and they're still going strong. The sole is mostly worn down, and the inside is also quite worn, but they're still in such good shape. Thank you for giving me the name so I'll be able to buy a new pair when these refuse to work anymore lol

[@victorrosenberg4498]

why "lol"?

[@christophpettis1221]

I would love a 574 vs 576 video! 576 are usually made in England

[@nobatteriesincluded3968]

From drug dealers in the 80s to grandfathers in 2024 these sneakers are just classic 💯

[@nundata]

those are the same people

[@jzurita6186]

​@@nundatalmaoo

[@AFS-ht7bg]

Sniiiifffff. Classic 😅

[@raksh9]

Those 80s drug dealers who survived became the grandfathers of today 😁

[@eamonmccarthy93]

Now they're selling their pills in the retirement home.

[@alpang6161]

I've been absolutely raving about NB for the past 3 years since I got the More Foam V3. I've gotten 3 more NB shoes since then purely because of absolutely how insanely comfortable their foam is and the wide toe box. The wide toe box is CRIMINALLY underrated when buying these shoes. Coming from Nike, it was night and day difference. I've got really bad flat feet so combining that with a wide feet, NB was the perfect fit. Spacious, cushiony, and not to mention absolutely killing it in the shoe design game. You can't beat NB from their lifestyle everyday shoes, running shoes, and their marathon shoes.

[@Florentinmarian893]

Man !!I have been wearing 574 for 10 years and I can tell you they are the most comfortable shoes I ever had.I am a size 45/uk10 wide and this have changed my life.Thank you for the review,hope people will appreciate NEW BALANCE more.

[@skhootman]

I love the 574. I have a high arch, very wide forefoot and narrow heels, and the 574 is the most comfortable sneaker I've ever worn.

[@Shaggykjb]

I came across the 574’s two years ago and was shocked how comfortable they were. I’ve been rocking the same blue suede shoes since then in Tokyo and the mileage I’ve gotten is way better than any Nike. I’m sold and this will be the first shoe I rebuy in the exact same make/model. They have the standard 574 and the “classic” with I think higher quality suede and fit/form.

[@JustSomeGuy]

The 574 has been my go-to shoe since 2005. The canvas versions are the best because the upper lasts forever. The only improve I'd like is the sole because I walk clean through them in a year.

[@wonkydonkey7899]

You can have it resoled by a skilled cobbler with a Vibram wedge outsole to extend the longevity of your 574.

[@JustSomeGuy]

@@SkaterPoopyPants New Balance stopped making the canvas ones for a while. Once they brought them back, I bought a bunch of them.

[@wonkydonkey7899]

@@SkaterPoopyPants you do have a point! I overlook the fact that the sole replacement could outweigh the cost of the shoe. I think having Vibram wedge sole with 574 is unique in its own. They did introduce a version of 574 in collaboration Tokyo Design Studio with Vibram ripple soles.

[@169abr]

Just finished the last ROP video and you pop up here of all places lol

[@mikeybeazley3]

They make a “rugged” version of the 574 with a slightly thicker sole, lasts a bit longer.

[@eronavbj]

I’ve worn NB since I went back to distance running in the early 1980s. I invested $100 at the time on a pair of 990s-the first of the hundred dollar running shoes. They were good runners, but I wasn’t going to make a habit of shelling out that much for new sneakers. Then I discovered the 574! I’ve had many since then, one pair I picked up on sale for $19.95. I still have two pair today. The prices have elevated, but they are still my favorites. Comfortable, durable, stylish, and plenty of colors.

[@miltonbates6425]

The Made in the US and Made in England New Balance models last forever. My go-to daily sneakers, so I guess the higher price-point can be justified.

[@MA-qu3hi]

The made in USA line is absurdly well built, my 990 have lasted years and I have beat the heck out of them. Although I think the price has gone up like $60 in just a couple years, not sure I can justify that

[@chorseundgrd]

The Made in UK materials are solid but the build quality is very shoddy. I bought a pair of MIUK 991s and there were a bunch of issues. Glue stains, misaligned panels, the 991 stitching on the heel of one of my shoes was off center. I did some research and the anecdata says that this is not a rare occurrence. I decided not to return because I was afraid that the replacement pair would be worse and I needed everyday beaters. Very disappointing for the price point. I've never had a problem with MIUSA pairs.

[@ianturnbow7011]

@@chorseundgrd my 991v1 in Moss colored pig suede are virtually perfect. The 991v2 i received from New Balance Reconsidered though? The sole still had some loose glue strands and some stitches/threads were hanging out. For $250 USD retail, QC needs to be better. People have had issues with Made in USA pairs over the last 10+ years.

[@VinylandKicks86]

my go to pair of NB-574 are made in Indonesia and i've had them for at least 10 yrs. and they've been heavily worn and are holding up just fine and have many of wears still.

[@ogKEGGY]

I stumbled on a pair of high top 574s for super cheap at Ross around ten years ago and I i fell in love. I have straight up duck feet, so i really appreciated the wide toe box too. I wore those things to pieces.

[@njY2K]

I love 574s but i hope theyd improve the rubber outsole compound for rainy weather. These grip so much on dry ground but when it rains I feel like I'm on skates.

[@isezgz]

A wet grip test should be added

[@ollianddelphine]

This is true

[@3rDegreeBernz]

🎯

[@oscarschmidt571]

Most NB shoes glue peels off over time on the rubber outsole toe roll tip, these they should improve such as stitching

[@jegerm6752]

I have 3 NB models, and this is true. Very slippery when wet.

[@BlaséSpiritless]

I started wearing the 574’s around 05-06 when I was working for footlocker. They used to be 2 for $65. Everyone was calling them dad shoes. Definitely one of the best sneakers ever made.

[@symptomofsouls]

The peak "dad shoe" was always the Nike Air Monarch 4

[@BlaséSpiritless]

@@symptomofsouls I’m copping me some air monarchs. Ima make em hot. Hahaha.

[@blazerj4917]

I‘ve been looking for a sneaker for work with a wider toe-box and after watching your vid I ordered the exact color as in the video. super excited about how they‘re actually gonna hold up after a 40 hour work week standing on my feet!

[@mickbenton8196]

I got a wine colored pair in Manhattan in the 90s. Used to get compliments all the time on the subway. Got another pair this year. Love them

[@jawbraker84]

The New Balance 574 kickstarted the transition of my shoe collection into almost all New Balance shoes. Having wide fit for most of their models, I just never looked back!

[@buddytyree]

This has been my favorite shoe for 15 years now. The best pair of shoes I ever had was some 574 “backpack editions” I bought back in 2013. They were made from nylon to be easy to clean, and they all had brown suede New Balance “N” logos. Best looking pair of shoes ever. I’d pay good money to get a replacement pair.

[@BillyVisuals]

What an honor it is to be featured here! 🙌

[@StevOPelO]

So my wife's old ugg boots were starting to fall apart on her so she wanted a new pair. I remembered you did a video with wild wool and just ordered a pair. What an amazing experience! Great ugg boot! Thank you for the recommendation

[@philip_757]

I bought a pair of 574s on a whim 7 years ago and they still are in great condition! They are just as comfortable as my modern running shoes but look SOOO much better.

[@VinylandKicks86]

i'm nearing my 40s now but ever since i was a teenager i always kept a pair of NB-574 in my sneaker rotation along with various air maxes & air jordans, because of their comfort and i thought the 574 looked simple but were hella dope.

[@TheGoodfella2012]

Please do New Balance 991_V2 Made in England

[@Bassistking]

I’ve requested that too. Hopefully one day. Note: I’m wearing my 991v2 right now 😎👍🏼

[@fc7535]

ALSO 991 V1

[@ladder85]

@@Bassistking honestly I hate the way they fit, is there a lacing thing im doing wrong? im used to the 990 series so is it just a less technologically advanced shoe?

[@ianturnbow7011]

⁠@@ladder85 the 991v2 is one of the most advanced shoes ever created in the 99x line. The shape keeps you on your toes while having a shorter toe box height than a model like the 992/993 or 990v3/990v4. The combo of the sole shape with low toe box height can make wider feet feel cramped.

[@ianturnbow7011]

They’re currently my favorite NB lifestyle shoe!

[@NukebyCrazy]

Been wearing 574 for almost 10 years now and definitely my favorite. Always thought they were the most comfortable but never realized they had a wide tow box, which is good for me as I wear double or triple wide shoes.

[@yancy9455]

Do you wear wide 574 or the regular one?

[@userre85]

Do the Rebook Classics Club C 85

[@donlckwsk]

If they do, they should let his skater co worker try them on a board. They are the best non skate shoes for skating

[@ojkoala5498]

My favourite show of all time, please do it, you may say it’s awful but I’ll still love it.

[@krzysztofgorgol99]

My fave as well. Maybe he could go a step further and cut both C 85 and C85 Vintage to compare them?

[@Ofenlicht]

This was my first NB. I got it on sale for 50€ and it singlehandedly sold me on the brand. Comfortable, affordable and it held up amazingly. The upper is still in great condition after 3.5 years of every other day wear. I will only retire them because the midsole is worn.

[@HeatLedgerKicks]

Dope shoe. Been around forever. You can get them cheap too. Awesome video

[@Psyopcyclops]

If they’re so good, then why isn’t there a 575? Checkmate!

[@aidenhall8593]

I've mostly ever just worn vans, so when I bought these at $80, I expected them to last like a year tops. I've had them for two years and they're still comfy and look nice. Only complaint is the way the sole extends significantly past the back of the shoe, because it makes them uncomfortable to drive with.

[@koniggigih1]

If you like 574, go try 576. It’s basically 574 but with much nicer materials and made in UK.

[@colmocuinneagain3580]

Is the finishing much better? Or just nicer materials? And is the sole the same material?

[@otterconnor942]

They're discontinued

[@11Cent]

@@otterconnor942 just out of stock. they always come back, spring or fall

[@11Cent]

or you can get the US made 998 which are very similar

[@koniggigih1]

@@colmocuinneagain3580 yes it is. I’ve been wearing for more than 5 years, and still going strong. But as some dude said, they’re discontinued

[@cowcrapper]

Love the roughness/looseness of the suede. Very interesting visual design cue.

[@tervitused]

I’ve adopted alternate lacing patterns to accommodate my wide forefoot. I was surprised as anybody but it has expanded the universe of shoes I can comfortably wear.

[@GiaBlinks]

I'll have to look into that.

[@snuscaboose1942]

Worth trying barefoot style sneakers, they have the widest toebox. Warning, they take getting use to and are not for everyone. If you have natural shaped feet, where the forefoot is the widest part, barefoot style shoes that allow you splay your toes can be a Godsend.

[@tervitused]

@@snuscaboose1942 Thanks. I had some of the original Vinram running shoes. Barefoot running is what has exacerbated my difficulty in finding shoes. But, it was still useful for me.

[@tervitused]

@@snuscaboose1942 I might consider some-not a huge fan of toe-shoes anymore. Shoes only got harder to find after a lot of barefoot running. Lacing has been the answer so far.

[@tervitused]

@@snuscaboose1942I’ve always had trouble finding shoes that fit but barefoot running made it worse, increasing the width and volume of the foot. Maybe the barefoot designs would accommodate that.

[@gregorymunchmedia]

Thanks for this video. I got myself & wife at matching pairs of 574s. Best everyday, everywhere sneakers I had.

[@10.11.9]

New Balance 990s are Made in U.S.A. They cost more than the 574 but they are better quality overall. And they predate the 574 as well.

[@wzpu3283]

$100 per shoe for 990's

[@louKushh]

​@@wzpu3283made in the USA 574's are also 100$. it's only the made in Asia versions that are cheaper.

[@williamthompson8591]

He has reviewed 990's multiple times, he liked them. The big advantage of 574s is the width of the toebox. Which is not a big deal to the vast majority of people but it is to me and evidently to Weston

[@Andy_XT]

This has been my everyday shoe for... I cannot even remember! Good quality, extremely comfortable, a ton of colors, and at an honest price. Could you ask for more?

[@AdamosFF]

I have one pair of 574's for 6 years and they are still usable

[@trusch316]

Just put 210km on my 574s while in Japan. They were extremely comfortable. I did notice the quality between mine and my wife's old pair has definitely dropped. Also noticed some new ones had a better build quality. Seems like the quality differs between colorways. Obviously the made in US had the highest quality.

[@walterredd7849]

Thanks for producing awesome content. I grew up poor and always had wal mart shoes. Have you ever done cheap shoes from wal mart?

[@mater753s]

Yes he did

[@the_33rd]

Check out his video “are Walmart dunks better than Nike” its from like 3 months ago.

[@kutter_ttl6786]

He's also done Walmart boots and work boots.

[@bristonbaughman9107]

574s have been my work shoe for the last four years. I get about 8-9 months out of a pair in harsh conditions (10 hr. Shifts running around, kicking doors open) In my experience the upper gives up the ghost before the midsole/ outsole. They are still comfortable when I have to retire them for looking a little rough.

[@TomiVuori]

I bought these recently and they feel realy nice but, after some time this part of the shoe at 4:38 started to tear up on both sides and I dont know why.

[@HappyComfort]

I found a pair of New Balance at a Savers some years ago. I didn’t know anything about them but they were probably the best most comfortable pair of shoes I ever had!

[@JAYREEZE1]

I had every color 574 they where on sale 16 years ago for $60 in champs bought them lol

[@RT804]

Unfortunately they're not the same quality now. Not even close.

[@michaelromandel9022]

I had a beautiful black and yellow pair but I did wear out the sole pretty bad and they weren’t the most comfortable shoes but were okay. I didn’t like how much heel toe drop they had

[@Laidback_616]

I have about six pairs of 574s plus five more in the rugged fashion and a set of 9060s. New Balance has been my favorite brand for the past five years.

[@tac79phoenix]

Do the eyelets have the issue with the suede stretching? Or are they reinforced behind the suede to prevent that?

[@faeriesmak]

I have never had issue with stretching at the eyelets on any of mine and I am a heavy duty walker. Mine get USE.

[@carlangelo653]

People really undervalue how good having a wide toe box is. I've been rocking 574 shoes since hs and I've never looked back. They're just a good balance of everything you need in a casual sneaker.

[@skyward6878]

Review the nicer made in the USA pairs

[@klabjcobevj72nso0fj4]

He has

[@GamerTown-cm4gk]

I buy a pair about once a year and I’m sorted. They don’t really wear out but obviously the foam will compress a bit. Such a great shoe, I hope they never change.

[@josh33025]

Im a reseller and i pick up 574s if i find them in good condition and they quickly sell. The only thing is the older ones will separate where the sole is glued to the upper.

[@flaggedowntown]

I wear NB at work mostly because they glued them together properly, a lot of other brands seem to split apart once they get too wet.

[@albertcook]

Hey there is company called steel-boots that is in Slovakia,europe. They said they have made boots for over 20 years. Can you review them?? they kind of look like gripfast boot

[@Nefville]

I cannot begin to tell you how many pairs of 574s I've had over the years. Almost as many as the Made in the USA 99x's. I have three 574s right now, love them all and they hold up!

[@trollerbladdering]

NB 574's were the first pair of shoes I purchased after I got out of the Army in 2009. They were probably the most comfortable pair of shoes I ever had. Looking back now I wonder why I went and purchased thousands of dollars worth of Nike and Vans shoes over the years.

[@OleksiyS]

I'm wearing my pair of "сlassic" for 7 years very often, one of the best sneaker of all times.

[@deserterghost]

I have 3 pairs of these and I love them. The only downside is that the lining is just really weak. I haven't been wearing the much and there's already a hole in the lining at the inner part of my heel. There's also a wide variety of materials used for the all the different colours and textures these shoes come in, and I'd recommend that you take a close look before buying. Some of them seem a bit cheap. Since I haven't found a single pair of shoes that could come anywhere close to these in style or comfort around this price, I think I'll just repair the lining with some leather patches and see how long they last. :)

[@Sandman60077]

Saucony Jazz are the same style, but better in my opinion.

[@mattgibbia2692]

2nd this. The Jazz are these but improved.

[@unibrow9]

Literally just bought another pair today , 574 Classic - I think I have 10 pairs in diffrent colorways - I have worn all brands and these are the perfect shoes for my feet, one of the only pairs of shoes that I wear down past the sole tread. I have 2 pairs of the 574 Legacy but to me the 574 Classic is the best - more comfortable, light and breathes better. Best shoe.

[@Treysmokes]

You should cut the off white air force 1 mid in half super weird shoe

[@GNIKPlays]

Big ups for reviewing my favourite NB Silhouette, extra props for the Thrice shirt.

[@mumenrider677]

Damn, the only thing missing for it to be perfect is the sole being zero drop. Squishy shoe that looks good with zero drop and a wide to box feels like an impossible dream :’)

[@RyTrapp0]

Even a few mm rise would be fine. At least they aren't 'high heels for men' like Nikes lol.

[@MrJaimepayes]

I had these shoes in middle school, one pair in all-black leather and another in a mix of greys. They matched my school uniform perfectly and were super comfortable! They were part of a 2-for-1 deal or maybe 2 for $89 I can’t remember the exact price, but my mom was thrilled. I used to play soccer in Jordans, Nikes, and Adidas back then not giving a f**K.

[@1o481]

Reebok C85, What do you think abt this shoes?

[@donlckwsk]

Yes but please also try them as a skate shoe as well

[@jonathanmosher72]

NB 574 are my go-to. They're always comfortable. My favorite skeakers of all time are the "camper" series. Made of rip stop nylon and man made meterial. They lasted FOREVER. I wore them on and off for 4 years.

[@itsCREATIV3]

Grew up wearing 574s a lot but I'm fully on the 990 bandwagon having since owned the 991, 993, 990v4 and now the 990v6.

[@nikkid4880]

Same, 574s during childhood when I caught them on sale. Now the majority of my sneakers consist of the 990 line

[@ladyoflettuce7016]

but is the toe box as wide?

[@fmphotooffice5513]

In the 80s I was prescribed by a doctor a pair of silver NB. All I can remember is the inside was finished so well you could put your foot in it without a sock and couldn't feel ANY edge lines. It had a sole branded Vibram and the front "bumper" looked more pronounced. The only reason I remember them is I wore them for years until they fell apart in my hands. They were that comfortable on my impossibly wide and bony feet.

[@noleftturnunstoned]

Because New Balance has been pushing these like crazy at retail! Obviously.

[@voodoocars2134]

Since suffering from plantar fasciitis for about 5 years I started wearing 574s. It was and still is virtually the only shoe I could wear without pain. I have 8 pairs and wear them everyday unless boots or normal shoes are required due to weather / function etc. I generally stick to the old school style tho.

[@rouzellecoetzee4890]

Me too- Only shoes that work for my plantar fasciitis

[@mattd1659]

Sick thrice shirt

[@pharao010]

The NB374 toherther with the Asics gel lyte III and the air max 90 are my favourite sneakers, the profile, the shape, the sillhoutte and the comfort........ everything is just perfect.

[@kinderwaff]

GOAT Steven Smith mentioned

[@fixienick]

I bought a pair of NB 440's (apparently an EU exclusive) on my honeymoon and I'm afraid of wearing them out! By far the most comfortable shoes I own, would definitely give the 574 a shot. Excellent content!

[@Netherlag1]

"what should we do with our leftover leather??"

[@herinanth]

For people with haglund disease new balance 574 help a lot because of the high heels. I almost use only 574 shoes for 8 years and they saved me a lot of pain. In long term they became my worst enemy because they support my wrong type of walking, that gives too much weight to the front of the feet, adding other pain to the one on the heels.

[@BrentonCarr]

Inspired by chickens and therefore, by proxy, dinosaurs.

[@SindhuS]

I have 996 and 2 676 myself and love'em!! had it for a good half a decade now!

[@incsk8]

They look great to roll your ankles tho

[@RicardoOchoa]

Nice video. Irecently bought my first pair of 574s. And while in store, I felt one color to be more comfy than the other. Turns out, one was made in Vietnam, and the other in Indonesia. I bought the vietnameese as they are more comfortable and felt roomier.

[@ragnar-tl4fl]

The only sneaker company basically made in america

[@AntiZer0]

The 574 vulcs are also surprisingly wide at the toe. I assumed them having vulcanized rubber soles like a regular street shoe that NB would make drastic changes but surprisingly no, Its the 574 with a vulc sole. Same toebox shape, different sole. Ive bought 2 of them already and have the regular 574 too. I do stand by em they are super comfy

[@David_Palka]

I've got one pair for more than 6 years and still works 😄 Only instead of this mesh on top it has the same baggy material as these Lems in this video.

[@sevendaysin8374]

Been wearing 574s since high school and they've always been on-point. And yes, the wide toebox was the kicker for me back then, and still is w the Legacy series update.

[@sebastianv.1429]

My girlfriend gave me a pair of these for my birthday and it’s my most used pair of shoes, goes well with a lot of outfits and super comfortable and very very breathable and light, definitely a thumbs up from me! 👍🏽

[@bloodgain]

I fell in love with the original USA-made 993s and bought up some new old stock from an online seller after they were discontinued. It looks like it's been revived now, but I haven't bought a pair of new ones to compare with my old stock. I'll have to snag a pair of 574s at some point to compare. That wide toe box is attractive, and I look for shoes with that now. I don't love wearing shoes, and grew up going barefoot even when exploring the woods and blazing trails with a machete. I've always been picky, and now that I understand it better, wide shoes with a wide toe box and _just enough_ arch support seem to be what I was always trying to find.

[@sleepwhenimdead9667]

I've become an NB head in the last 5 years. My oldest pair looks a little beat up but the outsole and upper are in great shape and while I'll need an insole due to the inside being well worn, those shoes will last me 10 years. Perfect shape for my wide feet. Most comfy sneakers I've owned, I niw have several. NB is my only sneaker now.

[@Yoshua-Robinson]

The NB 574 is the only sport shoe I have used in the last 20 years. I have bought many of them. It is beautiful, super comfortable, not that soft, wide, durable… I have transitioned to barefoot shoes so I do not use them that much but they are still in my arsenal.

[@MCgrease08]

This has been the one constant sneaker in my life since my teenage years. I always have at least one pair of 574s somewhere in the closet.

[@liverpoolVS]

New Balance is my favourite sneakers brand, bought about 20 pairs, currently have about 10 pairs and it never disappoints

[@commandZee]

I used to collect 574s, besides Palladiums, they're just the most comfortable sneakers I've every worn. Back in the 90's they also let long baggy pants drop in a way that the back of the cuffs wouldn't drag as much on the ground.

[@kaiz3rpanz3r97]

Had mine for already 3 years, been on a field trips, occasional jogs, at work (I work in retail), and sometimes to theme parks. These shoes are awesome, I got mine in a size 8.5 EE, n for a shoe to little to no foam, they are the most comfortable shoe I ever worn!!!

[@mCblue79]

These are available on Catch in Australia for AU$30! That's about twenty bucks US. I just ordered a pair of these bad boys. Cheers mate 👍

[@astudyofdreams2558]

I wear my New Balance 574s and 9060s pretty much 50/50 throughout the week for about the last year. Through this side-by-side perspective, I can confidently say that the 574 is the most comfortable shoe I've ever owned, especially after it is broken in. I even prefer it to my Brooks, which I previously thought was going to be peak comfort (and the 574 was nearly $60 cheaper both my Brooks and 9060s).

[@johnhuttenberger6278]

Absolutely love my New Balance 574’s. I’m also a big Lems guy (I have 6 pairs!) so for me it’s a combo of lems and New Balances for the sneakers. I always buy the wide width in New balance to give even more room.

[@UnknownUser-rb9pd]

Encap is a harder polyurethane circular heel pad surrounding a softer EVA foam. They insert these into their standard EVA foam. That's why you identified three different foam densities. This was one of New Balances' signature techologies back in the 1980s. The 574 was a decent basic running shoe but a little heavy and clunky compared to sleeker and lighter Nike, Puma, Asics and Adidas running shoes. The nearest equivalent was probably Saucony. They offered a D width, 2E width and 4E width in many of their running shoes which made New Balance popular with the people with wider feet.

[@amarlene94]

I haven't tried the 574 but I love the New Balance 9060. it's the most comfortable sneakers I've ever worn but its does wear out pretty fast and even then it's still pretty good

[@ollianddelphine]

Can confirm these are great, had loads over the years. My favourite shoe of all is the Asics Gel Lyte 3, love that they have no tongue, ultra comfy and last ages. Be a good one to test. Also mad colours are available.