New Balance Men's Tr V1 Minimus Cross Trainer

Update: I ended up returning these. The pain from the arch was too much for me. I ordered a wide version but they were still narrow compared to other normal width shoes I've purchased. Still think these shoes are nice but the Lem's Primal Zen are a much better barefoot transition shoe in my opinion (much wider toe box too but you have to order them on their website).Like others have mentioned you'll want to order a size larger than usual and unless you have really narrow feet I would also recommend ordering a wide version. I normally wear a size 13 in a normal sneaker style shoe and a size 14 wide fit nicely with a little room for my toes to move around.They definitely have more padding than I would expect from a typical barefoot shoe. For comparison, I can definitely feel a lot more of the ground in my Merrell Vapor. When I walk on an unpaved path I can feel the larger rocks but the small pebbles I barely noticed. If I'm walking on a sidewalk or paved roads these feel like more tradition shoes without as much padding and more flexibility, mainly in the front of the shoe. The shoes also feel very grippy.The only gripe I have with them is I feel like there is a slight arch that digs into my feet occasionally. I've come from wearing shoes with flat insoles and the arch is noticeable enough that it does cause some discomfort after wearing them all day or going for a walk, but so far it's not bothered me enough to make me want to stop wearing the shoes. I actually think they're one of the most comfortable and light-weight shoes I've ever owned and the lightness of them makes me want to walk faster than in normal sneakers.If you're used to wearing normal shoes, are used to a slight arch, and are looking for a lighter shoe that has more feeling in the soles but aren't looking for a "true" barefoot shoe or aren't ready for one then these are probably for you.

Going to use these while working out at the gym. It truly is a minimalist shoe. BOA Technology is super cool. I’m a size 10 Men’s and they fit to size. However, they are narrow and I have wide flat feet. It’s ok because the BOA Technology helps with the fit. I’m ok with it. Love the colors too.

A excellent light weight trainer with a great look.Thyese shoes run small and narrow. I ware a (US) 8.5 D (mediun wide) but had to do a return and step up to a 9 Wide to get the right fit.

These look great, high quality make and also still zero drop minimalist. However despite being identical in size on the outside the new model is too narrow and tight on the inside. Will return for either the W version or 1/2 size up.

Bought this for my husband. The color is nice and they it well.

I've been a fan of the New Balance Minimus line since they came out with it!What purpose do I use this shoe line up for?- Working out, very light sprints/jogging, strength training, deadlifts, etc.- The minimus category caters to folks who need a wide shoe, are minimalist and want a no nonsense shoe that just functions!Why can't I recommend this shoe?- It does not fit well. I've tried my regular size, I've purchased a half size up and even tried the 'New Balance Men's Minimus Tr Boa V1 Cross Trainer' shoe. I'm not sure who is designing these shoes but I hope the team goes back to basics. We don't need a weird tongue or anything fancy. Just have a regular lace up shoe with the vibram sole that's tried and true (what happened to vibram and why aren't they collaborating on the minimus line any longer? The shoe is expensive enough and now no vibram? come on ya'll.), have a few good colorways at a respectable price point and people will buy your shoe.- Like others are saying, these shoes fit too narrow! They need someone to actually test fit these before going to market.What shoe am I currently working out with?- New Balance Men's MX20v3 Minimus Cross-Training Shoe! I purchased these back in 2015 (yes I've been working out with them intensely for 7 years). Not only have I purchased the above listed NB shoes but I've also tried to New Balance Men's MX40V1 Cross Trainers & New Balance Men's 20v7 Minimus Training Shoe and they both do not fit well in my opinion.- You can read similar reviews on New Balance's official website and the reviews complain of the same thing (sizing & being too narrow)- I hope New Balance reads these reviews and there is better oversight. I'm still rooting for this category but I'm officially leaving Minimus behind (I'm done doing returns) and I'm looking for a different minimalist brand to cater to my workouts. If anyone has any good recommendations, let me know!

I took everyone’s suggestion when ordering and bought them in 11 wide (I normally don’t wear a wide), and they are still so narrow that they squeeze my feet around my arches. The toe box size is adequate and the cushioning is decent. Even with the laces extremely loose, they are still too tight. I’ll be sending them back.

I used minimus shoes for over a decade and then they changed the design. I have tried all of there running shoes and cross trainers but they added support that is all wrong. This is no longer a barefoot style zero drop shoe. I did have to finally get 1/2 a size large and go to a wide to get it to fit correct but it is still painful to wear. I returned the the final pair and am giving up on New Balance.2 stars instead of 1 because they do look amazing and material quality is good