Our verdict
The 610 v1 from New Balance takes the essence of trail-inspired sneakers and puts a casual spin on them. Its retro vibe achieves both freshness and familiarity by integrating rugged and natural elements, completing a low-key looker. Its utilitarian aesthetic isn’t just for show, as its design choices enable all-day comfort in the urban jungle.
Pros
- Customizable fit
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- Stylish retro vibes
- Good quality build
- Complete-day comfortable
- Reasonably-priced
- Roomy toebox
- Grippy sole
Cons
- Laces don’t stay tied
- Not for harsher conditions
Who should buy the New Balance 610 v1
The New Balance 610 v1 is perfect for those who:
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- Are looking for quality stylish suede sneakers that can be worn all day.
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The New Balance 610 v1: A natural and neutral beauty
A fan says they’re “retro with a modern twist and they seem to always look premium” while others describe the sneakers as having “Salomon vibes,” an “elevated outdoors” look, and of being “super underrated for a GR.” The sneakers left one wearer in awe, saying “when I had them on my feet, I couldn’t stop staring at them.”
One sneakerhead compared it to the New Balance 1906D by saying “it’s a pretty nice-looking model as well” because of the way the suede was layered over the mesh while coming at a significantly lower price point than the 1906D.
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Fans of the sneaker find the subtle trail elements around the shoe endearing. Its diamond-shaped mesh was a nice touch for a fan for being “a little bit more rugged than the traditional mesh.”
One wearer says you can feel the “trail essence” of the sneaker in the more rugged nibbed outsole which a tester says “definitely gives the shoe a lot of grip.”
Another trail enthusiast sees the spirit in its “eye stays and the fact that it moves all the way down to the toebox.” In addition to the vibe added, they went on to say it provides “a very nice customized fit” to the sneaker.
Gearing up for the next lifestyle adventure
Although it’s built with more rugged elements, it has been described by one wearer as a “mock trail shoe made fashionably” recommending it more for lifestyle use. With the way it was constructed, another fan sees it as a “super comfortable shoe that is easy to rock and can be worn all day.”
In terms of cushioning, its C-cap technology was described to “feel pretty comfortable” and to be “quite soft.” When compared to NB Abzorb tech and NB 990s, however, a tester says it is a step-down but also assures that “it’s still a very comfortable shoe and good for all-day use.”
A quality build inside and out
A sneakerhead says the shoe is “made from pretty incredible materials,” while another says they love “the fact they use suede as the overlay and not a cheap fuse.”
A person who compared the sneaker to significantly more expensive New Balance Trent Rockets Polo Shirt Mens said “if I had to guess, the thickness of the suede is a little bit thinner” but went on to say “honestly the way that they mapped it is really nice.”
The New Balance 610 v1’s familiar fit
People who commented on its fit generally recommended going true to size, while one wearer said its “toe box is a bit roomy” which is “exactly how the 990s fit.”
The New Balance 610 v1 is reasonably priced
The New Balance 610 v1 retails at $120, which is a price that is only a bit higher than that of the average running-inspired New Balance sneaker at $115.
Sneakerheads were happy with the value they got for the price, with one of them saying the price is “actually pretty decent considering the other competition out there.” Its quality and looks also fare well against more expensive sneakers even WL220 New Balance’s sneaker line.
Trail-inspired but not trail-ready
Although several wearers love the trail-inspired design elements of the shoe, it isn’t a sneaker you’d bring out in rougher conditions based on testers’ experiences. One of them says “suede is typically not the best material for hiking,” expounding that “it doesn’t work well if it gets wet.” Another supports this, saying they “could feel some wear in the suede material” after bringing them out while raining.
Another pointed out the use of smoother lining for the collar of the sneaker, saying “it’s gonna be attractive” to different plants which might stick on to them such as those found in poppy fields.
The New Balance 610 v1’s laces could be locked in better
After hours of testing, one wearer said the “laces keep coming untied,” being frustrated that they “were just not staying tight.”
