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 Dar Scharping
These are TOO CUTE! I'm a 6.5 with a high arch, narrow heel, and super wide toe. These fit PERFECT! The style is more boxy and chunky. So if you're looking for a slim fitting sleek shoe, this is not it. I already know these shoes are going to get compliments!
Reviewer A Olechno
Good shoes. Would buy again
Reviewer Joseph G Blake
I bought these for my grandson as my daughter loves "Vans"... and I wanted my grandson to begin to learn about tieing his shoes. Most of his shoes have velcro closures or are slip ons. Also, he loves The Blues Brothers (the edited version) and I bought him an "Elwood" costume (black suit, white shirt, skinny tie, sunglasses and fedora) and thought these rounded out the costume perfectly. They are a wee bit large on him just yet so I expect he'll grow into them quickly.
Reviewer amantedofado
Love the Carson 2 pumas not good for arch support tho but stylish, super easy to clean, last me a good while, the memory foam inside is great but goes flat fast. Overall I would and am going to buy them again
Reviewer Don Kelm
Love these shoes however a little bigger in size than I expected.
Reviewer Connie Cope
Great shoes. I'm on my 3rd or 4th pair and will continue to buy
Reviewer S Rashedi
Shoes very comfortable and look good with jeans. Change of pace from other shoes.
Reviewer Jeff Bergstrom
this model has a smaller fit than other Fivefingers. I've been wearing size EU 43 for other Vibrams for years (Bikila, KSO). Got this one in EU 44. Fits just right.
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