New Balance's 'Super Comfortable' Running Shoe With 18,000+ 5-Star Ratings Is on Sale for as Low as $54 Right Now
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Walking shoes tend to get a bad rap because of their historically bulky, bland, and orthopedic looks. Thankfully, athletic footwear has come a long way, which means whether you're loyal to Brooks, Saucony, or Nike, any brand's best running shoes can double as the most supportive option for walking as well. Although New Balance is sometimes associated with cement block dad shoes, it also makes sleek styles that are great for light running and walking, including one Amazon shopper-favorite that just dipped below $55.
The New Balance Fresh Foam Roav V1 sneakers are on sale right now for as low as $54—a discount of up to 28% on the normal $75 price. These shoes have earned well over 18,000 five-star ratings from shoppers who use them for everything from running the neighborhood to walking all day on vacation and even pickleball. They're available in nearly 30 colors and come in sizes 4 through 18 wide. The final price will depend on the color and size selected, as is usually the case when buying shoes on Amazon, but many are still between 10% and 25% off.
New Balance Fresh Foam Roav V1 Classic Sneakers in Black/White, From $54 (was $75) on Amazon
These comfortable running shoes feature an 8mm drop that promotes forward motion throughout your natural gate. It has a mesh upper that's as breathable as any other runner, but it's far more unique-looking thanks to the brand's Ultra Heel that hugs the back of the foot for a more secure fit while offering an alluring contoured aesthetic. It sits on New Balance's cloud-like foam midsole that offers plenty of cushioning and its durable rubber outsole with a hexagonal tread pattern concentrated on against high-touch areas that would otherwise wear down quickly.
Thousands of shoppers who have worn the Fresh Foam Roav V1 sneakers agree that it's very comfortable regardless of what activities you use them for. "If you are looking for a super comfortable all-around running, walking, and exercising shoe, look no further," a shopper insisted. "I am on my second pair of these shoes, and I continue to be amazed at how wonderful they feel. I'm not a serious runner, so I can't attest to their superstar performance, but for someone like me, who jogs no more than three miles at a time, who works out with weights, and who loves to walk and travel, these are absolutely the best shoes I've owned in the past 10 years or more."
New Balance Fresh Foam Roav V1 Classic Sneakers in Lead/Light Aluminum, From $60 (was $85) on Amazon
And while they're technically running shoes, many shoppers have picked them as they're comfortable walking shoes, even for those dealing with foot problems. "My husband has been suffering from plantar fasciitis for a few years now," a shopper explained. "We just took a week-long trip to Disney World and I knew his feet would be an issue, so I ordered these for him. After one week and 70 miles of walking through Disney, he didn't complain about his feet once! He said they were super comfortable and he wore them all day, every day…They also look very sleek and not very 'dad-like,' as most New Balance shoes do."
If you're looking for your next great pair of comfortable sneakers for walking or light running, the New Balance Fresh Foam Roav V1 should be at the top of your list, especially now that it's on sale for as low as $54. Make sure to pick up yours soon, though, because the discount may not last.
