Official New Balance Thread *sizing info for different models on first page*

Today...
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For some of the new and old NB heads...

From the start, New Balance  have maintained an ethos that every one of their pairs are individual, and so assigned each model with a different number of its own. This provided an easy way to distinguish the variance across all styles, and now we have been provided a breakdown to fully understand that unique – and personal – coding system.
The typical model produced by New Balance  is branded with a 6-7 digit code, M1500BWG for example, and refers to three separate qualities. The first one or two letters signifies the gender and trainer type; in this case ‘M’ stands for Men’s and ‘W’ for Women’s. This can differ and instead included alterations such as ‘MR’ – Men’s Running, ‘MT’ – Men’s Trail, or ‘U’ – Unisex. There is also ‘CM’ or ‘CW’, which states that the model has been custom made for an exclusive collaboration, and we advise that if you see this, you be fast in getting a pair.

Secondly is the model number, the easiest part of the system that helps you single out what style you’re after. In this case, the ‘15’ refers to the level of performance (higher numbers equate to superior technology and quality, as well as a higher price tag) and the ‘00’ references to the performance series – also representing that these have been designed for athletes who want maximum performance, due to the higher number.

Finally is the last 2-3 letters which refers to the colourway, and means that ‘BWG’ would stand for Blue/White/Grey. On very select cases it will reference ‘ST’ or ‘MC’ for example, and designates that it is either a stability shoe or motion control shoe, and can also be altered when featured on exclusive releases, such as our ‘Black Pigeon’ last year seen below.
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Now you at least know when you buy a new New Balance sneaker, what you are getting."

Note: you can find that exact model/ colorway on the tag inside the shoe...

For Sizing:

-For anyone w/' doubts on sizing. The best tip I can give you is just go with the series number of the shoe, since they all fit nearly the same.. I realize it may not be 100% way to do things, but it is a great way to use rule of thumb.. For example, the 577 and 574 are both 5 - series shoes, the sizing is going to be near identical.  Same with 996 and 998 or 999.. So if you wear a 10.5 in the 996 and it's too big, then you can safely assume a size 10 in another 9 series shoe like the 999 or 998 will fit perfectly.   - This is a general rule of thumb that will work 90% of the time.  

Another big thing, is finding out where the shoe is made, as it may affect sizing.. Ie. China\ UK\ US NB's.   Best of luck!
 
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feelingood said:
 
For some of the new and old NB heads...

From the start, New Balance  have maintained an ethos that every one of their pairs are individual, and so assigned each model with a different number of its own. This provided an easy way to distinguish the variance across all styles, and now we have been provided a breakdown to fully understand that unique – and personal – coding system.
The typical model produced by New Balance  is branded with a 6-7 digit code, M1500BWG for example, and refers to three separate qualities. The first one or two letters signifies the gender and trainer type; in this case ‘M’ stands for Men’s and ‘W’ for Women’s. This can differ and instead included alterations such as ‘MR’ – Men’s Running, ‘MT’ – Men’s Trail, or ‘U’ – Unisex. There is also ‘CM’ or ‘CW’, which states that the model has been custom made for an exclusive collaboration, and we advise that if you see this, you be fast in getting a pair.

Secondly is the model number, the easiest part of the system that helps you single out what style you’re after. In this case, the ‘15’ refers to the level of performance (higher numbers equate to superior technology and quality, as well as a higher price tag) and the ‘00’ references to the performance series – also representing that these have been designed for athletes who want maximum performance, due to the higher number.

Finally is the last 2-3 letters which refers to the colourway, and means that ‘BWG’ would stand for Blue/White/Grey. On very select cases it will reference ‘ST’ or ‘MC’ for example, and designates that it is either a stability shoe or motion control shoe, and can also be altered when featured on exclusive releases, such as our ‘Black Pigeon’ last year seen below.
Click to expand...
Now you at least know when you buy a new New Balance sneaker, what you are getting."

Note: you can find that exact model/ colorway on the tag inside the shoe...

For Sizing:

-For anyone w/' doubts on sizing. The best tip I can give you is just go with the series number of the shoe, since they all fit nearly the same.. I realize it may not be 100% way to do things, but it is a great way to use rule of thumb.. For example, the 577 and 574 are both 5 - series shoes, the sizing is going to be near identical.  Same with 996 and 998 or 999.. So if you wear a 10.5 in the 996 and it's too big, then you can safely assume a size 10 in another 9 series shoe like the 999 or 998 will fit perfectly.   - This is a general rule of thumb that will work 90% of the time.  

Another big thing, is finding out where the shoe is made, as it may affect sizing.. Ie. China\ UK\ US NB's.   Best of luck!
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574 asian are 100% tts, for 577, 998, 1300 half size down.
 
Does anyone live in Detroit and can physically go to the brick and mortar Burn Rubber store? :nerd: If so, please PM me as I have a huge favor to ask of you. Which I will for sure repay!
 
any place with M998GNR in sz 7/7.5 still in stock? I looked at all the stores in that huge list and none of them had them in my size
 
Received my 990BD from Need Supply on Friday. Everything about the order was top notch only outdone by Zappos' VIP shipping. I will definitely be ordering from those guys again very soon.
 
BuddhaChris said:
 
there are a pair of 7.5 998GNR for retail on the feeBay and another pair for $200.
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i see the 200 but cant find the retail one, care to share the link? A few years back, i might've pulled the trigger on the 200+ shipping one but i dont spend over retail on shoes anymore

And BigTy23, i'll try the store tomorrow
 
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