Customer reviews for Women's The 990

Women's The 990

The 990 running sneakers from New Balance provide cushioning and stability for your daily runs.
  • Leather and mesh upper in a running sneaker style with a round toe
  • Lace-up front, padded tongue and collar
  • Reflective details for high visibility
  • Textile lining, cushioning Abzorb(R) foam insole
  • ENCAP(R) cushioning midsole
  • NDurance(R) rubber traction outsole
Overall Rating:
4.273 / 5
4.3
 / 
5
(11 reviews) 8
Open Ratings Snapshot
Rating breakdown 11 reviews
5 Stars
8
4 Stars
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3 Stars
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2 Stars
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1 Star
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8 of 11(73%)reviewers recommend this product.
Customer reviews for Women's The 990
Review 1 for Women's The 990
This review is fromWomen's The 990.
Overall Rating 
5 / 5
5 / 5

Good

PostedFebruary 23, 2013
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ckosmo
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"this is first time to purchase NB. they are so convenient . Good design."
Pros: Cushioning, Shock absorbing
Yes, I recommend this product.
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Review 2 for Women's The 990
This review is fromWomen's The 990.
Overall Rating 
5 / 5
5 / 5

Great Shoes!

PostedFebruary 11, 2013
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leighbaby
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"Beautiful color, very comfortable. They could use a bit more arch support, but overall I give them 5 stars!"
Pros: Good traction, Cushioning, Shock absorbing, Durable, Breathable
Yes, I recommend this product.
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Review 3 for Women's The 990
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Overall Rating 
4 / 5
4 / 5
PostedJanuary 12, 2013
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NewShoesNeeded
Gender: Female
Age: 55-64
Fitness Needs/Level: I exercise regularly
Shoe expertise: I think about shoes every season
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"Good looking and very comfortable shoes for foot pain."
Pros: Lightweight, Good traction, Cushioning, Shock absorbing, Durable, Breathable
Yes, I recommend this product.
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Review 4 for Women's The 990
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Overall Rating 
5 / 5
5 / 5

Good sneaks but run big

PostedNovember 26, 2012
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Garden123
From: Elbridge, NewYork
Gender: Female
Age: 65-74
Fitness Needs/Level: I exercise all the time
Shoe expertise: I'm thinking about shoes right now!
Product Experience:
Size Too Small
1/2 Size Too Big
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Too wide
"I like the sneaks but they run large I could have used a 1/2 size smaller I use them at the gym for a mix of classes from step aerobics to weight they are comfortable and have good support"
Pros: Good traction, Cushioning, Shock absorbing
Cons: run big
Yes, I recommend this product.
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Review 5 for Women's The 990
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Overall Rating 
5 / 5
5 / 5

This sneaker is very comfortable

PostedNovember 24, 2012
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Bleedaba
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"I was very pleased when I got these sneakers. They look sharp and are very comfortable. The reflector strips show up nicely in the dark. I would recommend them to anyone."
Yes, I recommend this product.
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Review 6 for Women's The 990
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Overall Rating 
5 / 5
5 / 5

Found Them!

PostedOctober 30, 2012
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Sawinsd
Gender: Female
Age: 55-64
Fitness Needs/Level: I exercise once in a while
Shoe expertise: I think about shoes every season
Product Experience:
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"I started running in New Balance 990s and thought when they took them out of the stores I would never have another comfortable run again. Then I discovered Famous Footware! My 990s were in stick and I received them in short time. Great service!"
Pros: Cushioning
No, I do not recommend this product.
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Review 7 for Women's The 990
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Overall Rating 
5 / 5
5 / 5

New Balance shoes

PostedOctober 30, 2012
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Ginger41
From: Missouri
Gender: Female
Age: 35-44
Fitness Needs/Level: I exercise once in a while
Shoe expertise: I think about shoes when my old ones are falling apart
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Size Too Small
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"I like these new balance shoes because I am able to wear my orthatics in my shoes to help with my arch supports. I also love the color of the shoes."
Pros: Good traction, Cushioning, Shock absorbing, Breathable, Durable
Yes, I recommend this product.
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Review 8 for Women's The 990
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Overall Rating 
1 / 5
1 / 5

not enough arch support for me

PostedAugust 11, 2012
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jules4495
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"I've been having knees problems and I heard these were a good shoe to help with that. They don't have enough arch support for my feet though, so I'm looking for a shoe with the APMA seal of approval instead, probably ASICS."
Cons: No Arch Support
No, I do not recommend this product.
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Ratings-only reviews for Women's The 990
Based on the average of (3) ratings-only reviews
Overall Rating 
4 / 5
4 / 5
2 out of 3 recommend this product
Product Experience:
Size Too Small
2.7 / 5
Size Too Big
Too narrow
3 / 5
Too wide