Comments on: New Balance 730 Update: 25 Solid Miles of Running

By: as

as — Fri, 03 Oct 2014 14:43:04 +0000

I am about 75% of the way through my second pair of these and they have been fantastic. I have found that other minimalist shoes have not stacked up, for one reason or another. The only criticism I have had is the floating tongue on the sneaker (it shifts to a side after a while), but I remedy that by lacing through the top-middle threading area with speed laces, and I have had no issue. Has anyone found a shoe with a similar makeup/last/etc. that can be purchased from an outlet other than ebay? Bonus points if you can find it for less than $50 (these were $30 on joesnewbalanceoutlet.com for a while). Thank you and great review!

By: Peter Larson

Peter Larson — Fri, 13 Dec 2013 01:18:03 +0000

In reply to Amanda. As much as I have had issues with NB shoe construction lately, I do have to agree that their customer service has been very good when problems arise.

By: Amanda

Amanda — Thu, 12 Dec 2013 04:06:34 +0000

In reply to Amanda. Just thought I would report back that NB got back to me. They sent me a return authorization for the shoes and online store credit which was more than I was expecting. Kudos to NB. I am kinda bummed to part with the shoes though, I did like them!

By: Amanda

Amanda — Wed, 04 Dec 2013 23:14:06 +0000

I picked up a pair of these for something like $35 on Joe’s NB outlet. Eased into them, loved them at the track, wore them for a 12 miler and a 10 miler, they were going so well I decided I’d wear them for my half marathon this upcoming weekend. At the end of last weekend’s 10 miler I was surprised to look down and see several rips in the outer layer of the mesh, both lateral and medial sides. Up by my pinky toe, by my big toe joint, and near my arch. I don’t have wide feet, and the shoes are roomy on me so I don’t think it’s due to poor fit. I’m at 105 miles on the shoes so far. So bummed, contacted New Balance today, curious to see what they say.

By: Huffman16

Huffman16 — Tue, 30 Nov -0001 00:00:00 +0000

Pete, what is its thickness numbers overall?

By: Cettu

Cettu — Tue, 30 Nov -0001 00:00:00 +0000

In reply to Flo.

I've found that a good minimalist shoe is not necessarily a good racing flat. A flexible forefoot is comfortable at lower speeds but doesn't provide the springy feel of stiffer flats at faster speeds. I think a slightly stiff forefoot helps running fast by restoring some elastic energy and decreasing the need of active push off.

By: Esha

Esha — Tue, 30 Nov -0001 00:00:00 +0000

In reply to Esha.

Is there a lot difference between the NB 730 and the Nike Free Run+? I am thinking to get for my 1st minimalist shoe.. still haven't decide yet

By: IndyM

IndyM — Tue, 30 Nov -0001 00:00:00 +0000

After 3 weeks of use, I am very pleased with this shoe. Its not everyday one comes across a shoe that does the job and more for a price that is ~30% less than the average shoe out there!

Longest run so far in the 730: 12miles. It feels quite comfortable during faster runs on the Stanford rubber track as well. My 2cents.

By: Pete Larson

Pete Larson — Tue, 30 Nov -0001 00:00:00 +0000

In reply to Vlad.

I'd go for the next higher size, 13

By: Pete Larson

Pete Larson — Tue, 30 Nov -0001 00:00:00 +0000

In reply to Aaron R..

Glad you like therm - yes, no sockliner is standard.

By: Azoomin

Azoomin — Tue, 30 Nov -0001 00:00:00 +0000

Thank you for your post on these shoes. I purchased them from the new balance web site on clearance for $60 three days ago. I’m looking forward to trying these out in a big way this weekend.
I product tested the MT00 last fall, putting 200+ miles and completing the North face endurance challenge WI 26.2 before I sent them back. They were fantastic shoes! Not a single blister, perfect fit, outstanding durability, ect, ect. Before I received the shoes for the product test I was very weary of “minimalistic running/barefoot” running hype. After six weeks my perception changed. I waited for NB to release the MR 00 and the MT 00 this spring. I purchased the MR 00 and immediately had an issue with the out sole of my right foot. A 3 cm long blister developed on the outside border of my right foot right under the front part of the N. I tried lacing differently but no relief. So I sent them back and bought the MT 10. Never did run in them, wearing them around the house for 30 minutes I found that band across the toe box way too tight. Left a lasting impression. I was not going to do the “surgery”. https://runblogger.com/2011….
I also tried the Merell trail glove ( which my wife loves) for me a nice shoe but narrow. I did purchase the MT00 in 4e, not a perfect fit like the 2e for me but I am able to lace it to make it work.
Wearing a 9.5 2e in most NB shoes-IL marathon this Saturday, if the shoe fits…..

By: Pete Larson

Pete Larson — Tue, 30 Nov -0001 00:00:00 +0000

In reply to jared irish.

Awesome time for your 1st marathon, congrats!

Pete

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