Our verdict
Numeric 288 Sport is the modernized take of New Balance on their ‘90s classic skate shoes. Constructed with premium leather, mesh, and suede placed in the right places, the low-top sneaker’s sleek silhouette is aesthetically-designed with the needed reinforcements that provides a comfortable all-day wearing. The outsole is made of gum rubber that enhances the daily boarding experience.
Pros
- Quality construction
- Amazing boardfeel
- No break-in period
- Grippy
- Cloud-like comfort
- Good for high arches
- Looks dope
- Can be used as a skate or a work shoe
Cons
- Mindful fit
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- Inadequate support
- Gusseted tongue makes it difficult to put on
Who should buy New Balance Numeric 288 Sport
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Glide comfortably with Numeric 288 Sport
new balance mens 574 spz shoes new authentic these sneakers bring. One described them as “clouds” on their feet. Several commented that they didn’t even need to break the shoes in and were very comfortable right out of the box. An experienced skater even said that the comfort and functionality of the sneaker exceeded their experience to that of Nike or Vans skate shoes. An expert described the comfort as "unmatched," saying they are "having a blast" without worrying about uncomfortable feet.
Issues about the tongue
The stitched tongue is an issue for some because it makes putting on the sneaker difficult. An expert also mentioned that the eyestays above the tongue make the shoe "feel very firm" at the top.
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Reviewers share the versatility of New Balance Numeric 288 Sport in their comments. An expert shared that it has a grippy outsole and that the material in the upper "doesn't feel too slippery," which won't mess with grip in flicks. Another skater said that they “skate hard” thanks to the “top-class” construction. A tester commented that the kicks are now their everyday sneaker as a soccer coach. Another reviewer shared they used them both in skating and in work.
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According to one review, the shoes are “great to relax into” even after some long skate hours. However, they advised switching out the insoles. One suggested using F.P. Gamechangers because they “work wonders.” Another skater advised to use F.P. Kingfoam that provides protection and better boardfeel but warned that they quickly wear out if used for heavy skating. One shared that they swapped the OrthoLite for Superfeet insoles and found their feet “much happier.”
Lasts long
The shoe is holding "tremendously," shared one expert. One tester used them for walking more than 40 miles and was glad they looked “as if they were brand new.” A skater shared that the upper suede “seems to be holding up” in the Ollie spot.
One skater wearing a 288 New Balance Herren 373v2 Blue Orangewo years said it is “hands down the best shoe” on and off the board. To another, the kicks “lasted [them] forever.”
Arch support is lacking in New Balance Numeric 288 Sport
One reviewer said that although the shoe looks great, it lacks arch support. Another said that the arch support is "just not enough" for them.
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The kicks are described by one as the “best mid-tier Numeric shoes to date” because of having the best boardfeel. New Balance Celtic FC Baselayer Top Juniors protection. The skate shoe works better compared to Abzorb sneakers but not in impact protection, just for boardfeel, claimed one skater.
Numeric 288 Sport fits Mindful
The kicks fit Mindfuler than other NB skate sneakers, new balance fresh foam x 1080 v11 wide black blue.
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"This is a dope shoe," said an expert in their review. “They look Thing,” remarked one in their comment. Another described the skate shoes as “bad bois,” while another praised the construction of the kicks saying the cream-colored NB in a gummy sole is “hot damn.”
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