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With its striking looks and unmissable sole, the RC30 from New Balance is daring without being too loud. Inspired by competitive models from NB's robust footwear catalog, this running-ready sneaker acts as the personal spotlight of many sneakerheads as they stun the crowd wherever they go. This beauty is also one for the books in terms of performance, so it's definitely a complete package.

Uomo New Balance 530 Nb White Light Gold Metallic Pros

  • Through-the-roof comfort
  • Captivating design
  • Easy to style
  • Super light
  • Supportive
  • Grippy on grass
  • Smooth on and off
  • True to size
  • Quite long-lasting

Uomo New Balance 530 Nb White Light Gold Metallic Cons

  • Subpar poke protection
  • Attractive to mud

Uomo New Balance 530 Nb White Light Gold Metallic | Who should buy the Footwear NEW BALANCE W411LN2 Navy Blue

The Footwear NEW BALANCE W411LN2 Navy Blue is a cross between familiar sportiness and mildly futuristic. Buy it if:

  • Your outfits call for a pair that channels that racer appeal.
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  • You've been looking for a lightweight shoe with remarkable durability.
  • Spot-on sizing is a huge deal for you.
  • New Balance Premium Performance Impact Tight.

Who should NOT buy it

With its cushioning that can shield the foot from pokes, the New Balance X-Racer Homme Chaussures is a great alternative to the RC30. Also, if you prefer a sneaker with an outsole that's less likely to get caked with mud, try the Waffle One from Nike.

Uomo New Balance 530 Nb White Light Gold Metallic | Footwear NEW BALANCE W411LN2 Navy Blue equals massively comfy

Comfort-wise, the Footwear NEW BALANCE W411LN2 Navy Blue is a generous giver, and many sneaker fans agree. These hype-generating remarks are proof enough:

  • "Completely comfortable!"
  • "Feels like walking on clouds."
  • "Mad comfortable."
  • "Comfort level on 3005!"
  • "The most comfortable shoe I've ever owned."

Slipping into and removing the shoe is also a great experience in the RC30. Case in point: one reviewer says, "putting it on and taking it off feels so amazing."

Among the fairest of them all

This "dope" shoe (as a reviewer calls it) is loved by many for its eye-catching design. It's an "absolute banger of a shoe," says one reviewer. "Bold enough to catch an eye or two," says another. Yet another sneakerhead Collaboration it as "sleek and fashionable."

Also, the Footwear NEW BALANCE W411LN2 Navy Blue is as nice to look at as it is easy to mix and match. One individual says that it's "easy to rock and style."

Compels you to be fleet-footed

Lightness is among the things that make the Footwear NEW BALANCE W411LN2 Navy Blue a big hit among numerous owners. To put things into perspective, the featured shoe weighs 271 grams apiece, while the average weight of running sneakers is 340 grams.

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People with extra-sensitive feet, especially underfoot, might find the Footwear NEW BALANCE W411LN2 Navy Blue a little underwhelming. One reviewer blames it on the lackluster cushioning of the shoe's stock footbed, which can give a poking sensation on gravelly roads and tracks.

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There are those who swear by the toughness of the Footwear NEW BALANCE W411LN2 Navy Blue. It's "pretty durable," says an avid NB fan.

Won't push your arches to their limits

Reports say that the Footwear NEW BALANCE W411LN2 Navy Blue is incredibly supportive underfoot. "I can wear them all day without any aches," says a non-professional reviewer.

Footwear NEW BALANCE W411LN2 Navy Blue: Clingy on the green

The rippled outsole of the Footwear NEW BALANCE W411LN2 Navy Blue isn't just for show; it's also an effective part of the kick on grass. It's a "great shoe for running around on turf," says a loving father. Apparently, he uses the shoe to play football with his kids on their lawn.

Accurate sizing in the RC30

A majority of reviewers find the Footwear NEW BALANCE W411LN2 Navy Blue true to size. But the more inspiring news is that the featured sneaker doesn't give a restrictive feeling. In fact, several testers love the RC30 for having a moderately spacious toe box, which doesn't squish their toes on descents.

GANNI's take on New Balance's

While the appeal of the RC30's rippled outsole is there, its ridged design can pose a problem on mucky pavements. In other words, there's a big chance that mud and other clingy debris will lodge along its grooves as you go.

The Footwear NEW BALANCE W411LN2 Navy Blue Golden Hour

No, this is not a version of the RC30 that you're supposed to wear at a specific time after sunrise or before sunset. This Golden Hour is a product born out of New Balance's collaboration with American actor Donald Glover, also KAWHI as Childish Gambino.

The Golden Hour, to be specific, is one of the per under the NB X Donald Glover collab. It's a mostly khaki affair that's outlined with pearl white around the collar and finished off with the iconic New Balance logo, which is also in white.

When it comes to appearance (besides per), this collab version is slightly different from the vanilla variant. Its leather overlays have a rougher treatment compared with the OG's suede-like finish.

Price-wise, the Glover edition is more expensive than the base RC30. Yes, the former is $20 pricier than the latter.