Lightweight, comfortable and breathable shoes great for recreational players seeking a good value option.
If you are seeking a lightweight, comfortable court shoe at a great value, the New Balance 696v6 D delivers. The upper material is supportive and breathable, with a blend of synthetic and mesh materials. A full length EVA midsole supplies plenty of comfort, and helps you to stay fresh during long hitting sessions. The outsole is constructed from New Balance's NDurance rubber compound, and reinforced in high wear areas for improved durability. This is the standard D width offering.
- Upper: Synthetic leather and mesh provides lightweight comfort and support.
- Midsole: Lightweight EVA midsole for cushioning and support under foot.
- Outsole: NDurance rubber in a multi-directional herringbone tread pattern provides good performance on any court surface.
- Color: Green / Mint
Fit Details
| Length: | True |
|---|---|
| Width: | Slightly Snug |
| Arch: | Low |
| Break-in: | None |
| Surface Type: | Hard (all-court) |
| Weight: | 12.9 ounces (size 10.5) |
Stock #: MCH696A6D
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Customer Reviews
Great, lightweight and excellent structureTHE SHOE IS TRUE TO SIZE AND FIT, IT GIVES EXCELLENT BALANCE DURING GAME PLAY. I HAVE MS AND MY RIGHT FOOT DRAGS AT TIMES AND THE SHOE HOLDS UP! THIS IS MY SECOND PAIR ONLY BECAUSE I LIKE THE FEEL SO MUCH
First purchase ever.My tennis friends gave me a gift certificate which I used to buy my husband tennis shoes because he needed a new pair and socks for the both of us. He hadn’t worn this model from New Balance before (couldn’t find model he has been buying from Amazon) but these worked great.
RecommendedSo far so good!
Excellent cushioningVery pleased with the cushioning and traction. Really liked how I could run the laces in two different spots on the tongue of the shoe. It kept the tongue from sliding around during my match. And it is a light shoe. The only knock is that it is a little difficult to get on, but not real bad. For the price, if I can get 6 months out of it, I will definitely get another pair.
Comfortable shoeNo complaints here. Comfortable, good looking shoes. Seem to last.
Toe box ripsThe toe box has worn out in less than two months of use.
Great Comfort for FeetI have notoriously bad feet. It's a research paper every time I need to find new sneakers. The FireFly New Balance Wide Fit is one of the few comfortable sneakers I can play tennis in. I have very flat and wide feet and I usually have to order a size larger and wear two pairs of socks to make something work. These fit my size. It is durable to play indoors and outside and they give my feet space to expand when playing. I have never been a big fan of New Balance products because they have always felt a little too heavy and too bulky for me but these change the mold. I will get two pairs in the future.
Excellent stability and lightweightThis is an excellent court shoe with a lot of stability. It is lightweight. It could be a bit more breathable, but great for all but the hottest days. The sizing runs just a hair small compared to most New Balance shoes. They feel like they are hard to get on, but once on, the sizing feels just right. However, this does provide more stability in the upper part of the shoe. The soles have the right amount of grip for sprinting around the court. So far the outsole durability is as expected (about 20 hours of play).
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.]
