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New Balance Men's 786v2 Cushioning Tennis Shoe

4.1 392 ratings

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Color: Grey/Energy Lime

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Size Chart

US Men's 840 V5 Running Shoe

Brand Size	EU Size	UK Size	Heel to toe (in)
6.5	39.5	6	9.6
7	40	6.5	9.8
7.5	40.5	7	10
8	41.5	7.5	10.2
8.5	42	8	10.4
9	42.5	8.5	10.6
9.5	43	9	10.8
10	44	9.5	11
10.5	44.5	10	11.2
11	45	10.5	11.4
11.5	45.5	11	11.6
12	46.5	11.5	11.8
12.5	47	12	12
13	47.5	12.5	12.2
14	49	13.5	12.6
15	50	14.5	13
16	51	15.5	13.4
17	52	16.5	13.8
18	53	17.5	14.2
19	54	18.5	14.6

Product details

Fabric type

100% Leather

Origin

Imported

Sole material

Rubber

Closure type

Lace-Up

About this item

C-CAP midsole

ABZORB in midsole

Endurance

Non-marking outsole

Herringbone outsole

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Package Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 13.23 x 8.03 x 5.04 inches; 1 Pounds
Item model number ‏ : ‎ MC786GR2
Department ‏ : ‎ mens
Date First Available ‏ : ‎ June 28, 2017
Manufacturer ‏ : ‎ New Balance Athletics, Inc.
ASIN ‏ : ‎ B01NBA1VCC

Best Sellers Rank: #763,362 in Sports & Outdoors (See Top 100 in Sports & Outdoors)
- #1,054 in Men's Tennis & Racquet Sport Shoes
- #1,162 in Tennis Footwear

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Customers say

Customers like the comfort, quality and durability of the shoes. They mention that it's well made, durable and has excellent long-term wear characteristics. They also appreciate the value for money. Opinions are mixed on the fit.

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61 customers mention52 positive9 negative

Customers like the comfort of the shoes. They mention that the fit is comfortable, the back feels pretty standard, and the cushioning is the most impressive. They also appreciate the support, saying that the shoes fit snug with thin socks and there's no pinching.

"...makes the best wide athletic shoes according to him that are always comfortable to wear...." Read more

"...(back feels pretty standard). I'm not sure why they make them that way...." Read more

"...The new design is comfortable in the extreme for me, and well ventilated over the toe box area...." Read more

"Wow, these are very comfortable shoes and fit my wide foot great. What is really nice is you can buy a a 12 1/2 wide and they fit perfect...." Read more

59 customers mention48 positive11 negative

Customers like the quality of the shoes. They say it's a great quality shoe, well made, and comfortable. Some mention that the shoes are good for tennis and have double stitching at stress areas. Overall, most are happy with the performance and durability of these shoes.

"...They were a good price and hopefully quality to last a long time." Read more

"I really like the look of the shoe and it looked to be good quality. However, I've got a wide foot and wear 2E andt that is the size that I ordered...." Read more

"I’ve bought new balance tennis shoes for years. They are good quality and come in wide sizes which I require...." Read more

"...All leather, quality double-stitching at stress areas, ultra-wide radial, ample interior cushioning, and thick soles with toe protection..." Read more

16 customers mention16 positive0 negative

Customers are satisfied with the durability of the shoes. They mention that it has excellent long-term wear characteristics, feels very solid, and should last a very long time. Some say that the shoes are stable and wear well after months of play time.

"...excepting of course shoes for work, and find these to be great for normal day to day wear." Read more

"...NB shoes I've had over the last 15+ years have had excellent long-term wear characteristics, so I'm not concerned." Read more

"...Fair value for price if they are durable." Read more

"Fits well, as expected for a size 12 medium width tennis court shoe. Wearing well after months of play time." Read more

16 customers mention16 positive0 negative

Customers appreciate the value of the tennis shoe. They say it's a good purchase and a great choice for men's tennis sneakers.

"...They were a good price and hopefully quality to last a long time." Read more

"...Otherwise these are a great quality shoe! Fair value for price if they are durable." Read more

"Good shoe for the money. The sole of the shoe is a little stiffer than the more expensive shoes. It was comfortable though and a great value!" Read more

"Great shoe at a great price" Read more

14 customers mention10 positive4 negative

Customers like the support provided by the shoes. They mention that it provides good foot support, with good arch and heel support. They appreciate the lateral stability and feel more confident with their footing on the court.

"...Lateral support on the court is very good and I can wear them for several hours with absolutely no problem or issues. Love the color scheme!..." Read more

"...Apart from being too short the shoe itself has a good arch- and heel support, and the typical New Balance characteristics." Read more

"...It fits, but my feet swell after an hour of playing and then there is no room to accommodate...." Read more

"...Plenty of toe space. I especially like that I feel more confident with my footing on the court, especially at my age(a young 67)." Read more

134 customers mention51 positive83 negative

Customers are mixed about the fit of the shoes. Some mention that the size and width is perfect, while others say that the shoe fit runs a bit small. Some say that there is a little snugger in the toe box than their 696's. Overall, the opinions are mixed, and it's recommended that you try on the shoes before making a purchase.

"...Yes these shoes are a tiny bit tighter than the other NB tennis shoes but that is what I was looking for...." Read more

"Wow, these are very comfortable shoes and fit my wide foot great. What is really nice is you can buy a a 12 1/2 wide and they fit perfect...." Read more

"...When I got them they were definately snug in the front of the shoe (back feels pretty standard). I'm not sure why they make them that way...." Read more

"...& I have always been a 12 2E. I still have my last pair and they fit perfectly, however NB has changed their manufacturer and they are no longer..." Read more

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Ronald Marinch

Pickleball

Reviewed in the United States on June 12, 2017

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I purchased these shoes for pickleball play. I wanted something with a little more cushioning and that held my foot snugly. Yes these shoes are a tiny bit tighter than the other NB tennis shoes but that is what I was looking for. I normally wear a 2E width and I ordered these in the same size and am happy with the fit.

4 people found this helpful

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Burwells

The ONLY EE shoes Hubby will wear for walking, running, tennis, etc.

Reviewed in the United States on September 24, 2016

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They keep upgrading or changing the number on these, but they're the only ones my husband will wear! New Balance makes the best wide athletic shoes according to him that are always comfortable to wear. He buys them for running, playing tennis, even just hanging out; pretty much everything but golf (you need golf shoes for that). He's worn these shoes for over 30 years and he's in his 70's now and still loves them. That's a pretty good endorsement for shoes right?

We review hundreds of products I buy on Amazon and rely on reviews from others a lot too to make my purchase decisions. I paid full price for these for my husband. We only buy and review items we really need or want. I only rate an item 5 stars if I would pay full price for it or be willing to give it as a gift. I do give 1 star (since you can't give 0) to items which are so bad that I throw away, return for refund or wouldn't want even if free. I try to mention all the pros and cons of products. I have no affiliation with this company or any company for products I review, and my reviews are always totally my own (including any photos/videos). I hope my time spent reviewing this item helped in your decision. If it did, please vote "yes" below! Thanks!

2 people found this helpful

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Brian M.

I have a narrow foot and wear standard D-width shoes (but would do better with narrower shoes)

Reviewed in the United States on September 13, 2017

Size: 9Color: White/BlueVerified Purchase

I read various reviews about this shoe being too narrow. But these reviews were written by people who are EE or EEE. I have a narrow foot and wear standard D-width shoes (but would do better with narrower shoes), so I figured I would be fine. When I got them they were definately snug in the front of the shoe (back feels pretty standard). I'm not sure why they make them that way. Since I have narrow feet and the shoes stretch a bit with movement, and since I like the support, these are fine for me and once I put them on and start moving, I don't even notice it. They were a good price and hopefully quality to last a long time.

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Victor H.

New Balance does it again for me!

Reviewed in the United States on October 21, 2017

Size: 10.5 2E USColor: Grey/Energy LimeVerified Purchase

Buying shoes, running shoes, tennis shoes, hiking shoes, etc is ALWAYS an adventure. My left foot is longer than my right, the arch is in a weird position; most shoe toe-boxes are too narrow. Compounding the issue is I am the type who if I wore sandals in a snow storm, my feet would still sweat. Well, you get the picture. At any rate, I had previously had a NB786 tennis shoe and was satisfied with them, although they did tend to be a bit warm. The new design is comfortable in the extreme for me, and well ventilated over the toe box area. Lateral support on the court is very good and I can wear them for several hours with absolutely no problem or issues. Love the color scheme! Once my Visa bill is paid for, I plan to buy another pair - when I find shoes that fit and are comfortable I stick with them before the design is changed again.

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BMac

12 1/2 Wide...I am in love

Reviewed in the United States on September 27, 2017

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Wow, these are very comfortable shoes and fit my wide foot great. What is really nice is you can buy a a 12 1/2 wide and they fit perfect. I normally buy a 13 when I get shoes which are a little big because 12's are normally a little small. Finally a shoe that bridges the middle ground and in a wide to boot. I am in love! I bought these for playing pickle ball and find that I wear them much more than I thought that I would. I have not bought a pair of non-running shoes in many years, excepting of course shoes for work, and find these to be great for normal day to day wear.

One person found this helpful

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Time Traveler

Great shoes, however ... the sizing has CHANGED (smaller)

Reviewed in the United States on September 12, 2016

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I have been wearing NB tennis shoes for 20 years & I have always been a 12 2E. I still have my last pair and they fit perfectly, however NB has changed their manufacturer and they are no longer using the same sizing. This is on many of their shoes. It looks like I will need a 13 2E to get the same size I have been wearing in the past. Not withstanding the size issue ... NB have been great shoes!

2 people found this helpful

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Kerbob

I really like the look of the shoe and it looked to ...

Reviewed in the United States on July 27, 2017

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I really like the look of the shoe and it looked to be good quality. However, I've got a wide foot and wear 2E andt that is the size that I ordered. I could barely get my foot half way in the shoe. These 2E shoes are more narrow than most standard width shoes. I can wear standard width shoes, but couldn't fit at all in the 2E's of this style; too narrow and also not deep enough. I had the sense if I could get the shoe on, the top of my foot would be mashed into the top so I'd have to have extremely loose laces.
If the shoe would fit, I'm sure it would have been comfy and performed well. I'm a NB fan, but something is off with this style. I'm going to have to stick to the MC806 Stability Tennis Shoe which I love but are twice the price and wear down quickly with tennis play.

2 people found this helpful

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Savage Doc

Best all-around athletic shoes I've ever found!

Reviewed in the United States on June 22, 2019

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I have worn New Balance shoes in this style and earlier iterations for nearly 20 years. I use them for running, walking, playing tennis, at the gym, and even when exploring cities on foot. I just can't bring myself to buy a different pair of shoes for every activity, and these do everything equally well. New Balance has changed the model numbers and materials slightly over the years, but they have remained true to the idea of an athletic shoe that does everything. Every year or two until I am too feeble to stand, I will continue to replace my worn-out pair with the latest update.

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