Our verdict
This sneaker is the second pro model of Brandon Westgate with New Balance. With its dependable capability in the skateboarding scene, New Balance Numeric 508 transcends as a terrific skating sneaker. It provides grip, board feel, and ventilation, just some of the characteristics that justify its pro model title.
Pros
- Excellent board feel
- Super grippy
- New Balance Shortsit Housut Fast Flight Split Printed
- No breaking-in required
- Excellent airflow
- Tough
- Sleek profile
- Has reflective suit
- New Balance MT13500WT
Cons
- Narrow
- Thin insoles
- Lacks heel protection
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- Need something that has tons of perforations
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Who should not buy it
New Balance Numeric 508 isn’t for individuals who want a roomy toe box. In that case, get New Balance Pro Court 212 Concepts x New Balance 496 Regatta, New Balance Pack Tee MT01660WT and New Balance 306 have adequate insole cushioning while still providing a great board feel.
New Balance Numeric 508 fits snug
The common comment of people regarding this sneaker’s size is it is narrow, and even narrow-foot reviewers felt it. Some went true to their size, while others went up half a size to cater to a snug but comfier fit.
Solid board feel
New Balance Numeric 508 houses a thin insole which causes the sneaker to have a more board feel, as confirmed by skaters. They also demonstrated that the cushioning thins out from heel to toe, so the board feel is at maximum around the toe area.
Thanks to the excellent board feel, the sneaker effectively performs tricks and “very consistent flicks,” as a tester revealed. “Board feel’s on point” is the best statement to conclude the skaters’ reaction. However, some still wished this feature wasn’t at the expense of cushioning.
Throw them on, and that’s it!
The break-in period with this sneaker is “pretty much immediate,” for one reviewer. Another reviewer affirmed that New Balance Numeric 508 is “comfortable right out of the box.” Many enjoyed the cushion bed; one of them said it is “super comfy” without being “too pillowy.”
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Many agree that the sneaker has superb breathability, providing another layer of comfort. There are a lot of perforations on the suede toebox and the side of New Balance Numeric 508, allowing great airflow.
Immune to kickflips and heelflips
After testing the New Balance Numeric 508, skaters noticed only minimal wear in the sneaker. One skater mentioned that the flick and ollie spots held up great even after doing a decent amount of kickflips and heelflips. The outsole, as well as the laces, were also proven to endure hours of skating sessions. Due to these reasons, a comment saying the sneaker is “pretty well bomb-proof” made sense to skaters.
Anti-slip treads
According to a skater, the outsole of Numeric 508 has a fine tread pattern that offers a consistent grip while testing the sneakers. Many also attested to how super grippy the outsoles are.
New Balance Numeric 508 boasts an undone look
The exposed foam of the sneaker’s tongue gained mixed feedback from the reviewers. Some found it cool and retro, while others said it was a deal breaker. A fan compared this unfinished tongue look to some Nike Blazer sneakers. A skater also referred to it as “distressed tongue.”
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Fans liked the sleek and low silhouette of the Numeric 508, but some skaters wished its heel counter to be higher. This is because a higher heel assures their ankle to be more protected while skating.
More about the NB Numeric 508
According to reviewers:
- The shape of the sneaker’s tip is squared off and less rounded
- Has reflective panels around the heel
- Feels light at 14 oz
- Has elastic bands on the tongue that keep the foot secured.
