Overview
New Balance continues their heritage 800 series with the 806, carrying on the tradition of superior stability and support. The shoe includes New Balance's ROLLBAR technology which helps to minimize the movement of the back of your foot, making sure you're in total control of your aggressive strides and cuts on court. The full leather upper gives off a classic style and look, and is reinforced by extra protection in the front for the frequent toe dragger. This is yet another solid offering in the successful 800 line.
- Upper: Full grain leather upper with a reinforced toe for added durability.
- Midsole: ABZORB midsole offers tons of cushioning and support, and the ROLLBAR helps to control rear-foot movement.
- Outsole: NDurance rubber compound offers exceptional wear and traction on all surfaces.
- Color: White / Navy Blue / Grey
Fit Details
| Length: | True |
|---|---|
| Width: | Wide (2E) |
| Arch: | Slightly Low |
| Break-in: | None |
| Weight: | 15.5 ounces (size 10.5) |
Stock #: MC806W2E
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Customer Reviews
What Happened!?Have worn the 806 for years, but this version is different. I'm used to a flat feel, but this shoe hurts the ball of my feet and my feet rock, meaning I'm falling forward. I ordered from another online source first and then TW, so it's the shoe, not the fact that a source had bad stock. Reading reviews on other NB models, guys are reporting problems with models they've worn for years, so why is NB tampering with success! If it ain't broke, don't fix it!
Love the wide sizesGreat shoes and the 2E wide fit is much appreciated. Would have purchased the 4E for my right foot and the 2E for my left if they would let you mix sizes.
New Balance 806Like the fit, but these shoes are clunky. Don't think I'll purchase another pair.
My go-to tennis shoeI have wide feet, so the options for 4E tennis shoes come down to two choices. The other NB shoe is far less sturdy than the 806, and the new variant of that shoe is borderline weird (at least for me). The 806's have been excellent for years, and I play a ton of tennis.
New BalanceOrdered by phone through a knowledgeable employee. Pleasantly surprised and a timely delivery.
Best foot supportI wear orthotics and this shoe helps keep the appliance very stable.
Sizes are offI've worn this shoe or earlier equivalents for over 20 yrs. Always 8.5 2E. Suddenly I'm a 9 4E. Beware about size. Tennis Warehouse was great allowing exchanges.
Good for wide feetThese are the only tennis shoes that I have found that fit my feet.
I have a wide foot and the toe box in these shoes fits perfectly.
Great shoesI have a wide foot and these shoes fit perfectly. Very comfortable with the first use. Been using for several years and they wear well. Get a lot of use out of them before I need to replace.
A Bit DisappointingI do appreciate that New Balance is one of very few manufacturers who make a 4E court shoe for those of us with wide feet. And for some it may be the only shoe that works for them, but I do have some thoughts I'd like to share.
Like others, I was please the MC 806 was wide enough for me feet. Indeed, they accommodated my custom orthotics, which is a big deal for me. However this particular shoe did not hold my heel down very securely no matter how well I laced them up. Overall they had a rather clumsy fit and were also rather heavy. I didn't feel at all comfortable moving around the court in them. And, as others have pointed out, the shoe box tapers rather quickly...not a very pleasing aesthetic.
Although I won't be using this shoe for tennis or pickleball, I've found it is perfectly adequate for walking around, working out in the gym or wearing to the driving range.
For all my court activities I ended up purchasing the New Balance MC 1006 4E which, in my view, is an excellent shoe. I'll be submitting a review for that one as well.
I hope this helps!
Not greatShoes are on the heavy side and a bit stiff. They seem very durable and overall comfortable and roomy.
great shoesThe way all shoes should be made!
Long time New Balance userI rate these as 4.5. Predecessors of this model was recommended a long time ago as I was having foot problems with other brands of tennis shoe. I have had not problems since I started using these. They are quite comfortable and I find they also make walking a lot easier with my worn out knees.
It does appear the latest shoes purchased had where shorter in the toe area than previous purchase. A minor problem for me.
New Balance MC 806 W 2E Men's ShoesShoes fit comfortably. I waited a very long time to obtain them.
Previous Feedback
Comments: I've been playing with New Balance 806 line for decades. I ordered the 2E, size 10 to match my ten year old ones, and the shoe is too short and too narrow. I am a senior doubles player 3.5.
From: Bill, 6/18/19
Comments: I have been buying the New Balance 800 series shoes since the early 1990s. I like them, but lately the 806s have been coming apart.
From: Mel, 5/14/19
Comments: I came back to NB after trying all the others. Normally NB has had a wide toe box and the whole shoe has been simply to big. I have played in these for about a month now. The toe area is fine, still a bit big, but the arch support is not so strong. The toe area on the sole has a ridge cut across it and you have to make sure your toes bend with it. Better then the previous model but I would look elsewhere again. Wish Prince would come back with the TI Quik Trac.
From: Graham, 7/4/17
Comments: I like these shoes except for the heel cushioning. There is no break-in required. There is no pinching or toe jamming. These shoes are very stable on the court. I tried several insoles but so far none provided the heel cushioning that I want. If I cannot find a good replacement insole for additional heel cushioning, I won't buy these shoes again.
From: Charles, 11/15
Comments: I bought a new pair of New Balance shoes every year (for past 7 years). This is the first model (MC 806) who's sole has worn out in less than 4 months. I only play doubles twice a week for about 90 minutes each time. It is just absurd that the balls of both shoe soles have worn through in such a short time. I just learned that their NDurance warranty means you can only use it one time in your lifetime -- not per pair of shoes. So this will be my last pair of New Balance shoes and then I'll be switching brands. What a shame that they have clearly dropped their manufacturing quality so significantly in 2014.
From: Greg, 2/15