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Review by Just Anonymous:

I still remember the first time I slipped on a pair of 991s, it felt like putting on a pair of socks - fantastic. That was a couple of decades ago and I have not purchased a different brand or style of running shoe since then.

I was a bit surprised when New Balance discontinued the foam cushining 991 and replaced it with the gel cushioned 992. It took a bit of getting used to but I made the transition to 992s. With the 992s also came the option to get several different colors of 992s: the 991s always only came in grey.

I was elated to learn though that the company had again upgraded to 993s which includes a combination of foam and gel. I think they're lighter than 992s too and the feel on first putting on a pair of 993s is very similar to putting on a pair of 991s. They did keep the multiple color options of the 992 line so you can get these in black, grey, white.

Overall, I am extremely happy with this product.

Foremost on my loyalty is the commitment that the company has to local markets. The 993s are Made in the USA and in the back of each of these shoes you can see the prominent USA in bold against an American flag. They are a patriot's shoe and they are quite popular in the military. Unlike other shoe companies that use almost slave child labor to make shoes and then sell them at horrendous profits in America, New Balance provides good jobs in the US. Yes they make less profit and they endorse fewer athletes but we buyers are loyal because:

a) its a fantastic product

b) probably the best running shoe made (don't take my word, try one)

c) they're made in the USA

d) the company is committed to local markets and to producing quality running shoes

No I don't run many marathons anymore (but I have in the past) and I do love these shoes and once every couple of years when my old pair of 993s get relegated to the home repair shoe, I will go out and buy a shiny new pair of 993. It's always just a little bit special when I put on a new pair....

Btw, my closet has a lineup from the two pairs of decade old beaten up old 991s that still come out when I do gardening to the 992s that have been recently demoted with the purchase of my 993s: Yes I still own my 991s, the go through the washer now and again and they still work even after 10 to 15 years (amazing quality)....but they can't be seen in public anymore.

Anyhow, I hope this helps you make a decision on these shoes. It's hard to find a running shoe that has history and character like this line and I'll admit I'm a bit selfish here, the more popular 993s remain - the less likelihood that they'll be discontinued before I die.

Review by Jeditanker:

These shoes are extremly comfortable and the size was right on target. This is the third pair of running shoes I have purchased from New Balance and plan on continued purchasing of thier products. Overall these shoes are very comfortable and do not rub and part of my feet.

Review by Marcia Ann:

I bought a pair of black Yankz for a pair of black Reebok's about a year ago, and I love them. I thought the initial installation was a bit difficult, but after wearing them for the past year, the minor difficulty was WELL worth it. They turn your sneaks into slip-ons, and mine have never come untied. SO cool! I looked at another brand, but I don't want the ends to be flopping around when I run, or even when I walk, and it looks like they would. I'm so happy with mine that I'm buying 2 more for me (taxi yellow and reflective!) and several more for little Christmas presents. The only advice I have is not to cut the ends too short--make sure you have enough to tuck in so they won't ever come out.

Review by M. Johnston:

I bought a couple sets of Yankz--for running shoes and bike shoes-- and am very happy with the results! They're perfect for speeding up triathlon transitions, look great (no loose ends), and feel great while my feet are in the shoes. I appreciate the small, unobtrusive plastic parts, and didn't find the instructions too difficult. It might take a little trial and error to get the tightness right, but it's well worth it.

I have tried "other" brands of elastic laces, but didn't care for the plastic knob covering the loose ends and the big plastic clasp near the shoe's tongue. Tucking the ends into the laces kept them from bouncing around, but you still have this big knob.

Bottom line: Yankz are awesome!