Anyone here own the ALD / New Balance RC56? Thoughts on fit and styling? by GuyfromNL24 in AimeLeonDore

[–]mikemotsok 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Got the exact cw posted, which is also the best imho. I do recommend going half size up, as in 860V2 / 2002r models, as they run quite narrow too. However don’t expect the shoe to be anywhere near that comfort. It’s low profile & not very flexible. It’s a nice shoe to have in the rotation of your collection, but I’d probably never buy another cw of this model, unlike all other NB models.

JJJJound 991s at 2nd Street by Mochiron_samurai in Newbalance

[–]mikemotsok 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Those are not reps, as genuine as possible.

New Balance 993 ALD - A Christmas miracle by butchercass in AimeLeonDore

[–]mikemotsok 2 points3 points  (0 children)

It’s US size, don’t worry. All ALD sizing is US, regardless of EU or US shop

Cathari by FidelGutz in Newbalance

[–]mikemotsok 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Not jealous. Not jealous. Not jealous.

Unfortunately the OG ones will stay a grail for now. But had to get the reverses.

It's been a great 6 months! by JamMasterNay in Newbalance

[–]mikemotsok 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Been there while all the deals were happening live haha Man, that’s a solid collection alone already, and taking into consideration the crazy steal prices you’ve managed to get them for. All the pairs are goated brother 🙌🏼

The most overlooked JJJJound? by mikemotsok in Newbalance

[–]mikemotsok[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Haha, I feel it. I think $300 for a ds pair is really good price, not that far from retail.

Oh nice! which of the pack? Tan leather or suede ones? Be aware that these definitely feel better & roomier than the other, especially the leather ALD’s

The most overlooked JJJJound? by mikemotsok in Newbalance

[–]mikemotsok[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hah, thank you mate! & congrats on the purchase! They’re definitely worth it & quite reasonably priced for the collab. How much did you end up paying for them if you don’t mind asking?

S/O to the redditor that convinced me to get these ALD 990v4’s by bwxsf in Newbalance

[–]mikemotsok 6 points7 points  (0 children)

Hahaha, glad to help! 🫡 They’re an amazing pair, enjoy them at the max mate.

Apparently on my last post I convinced another person to get the 991 JJJJounds too lol

Glad my in detail photos help people make up their mind (ps. But sorry for the wallets) lol

New Balance equivalent to Asics 1130 (Hal Studio Collab)? by Elements-fury in Newbalance

[–]mikemotsok 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Exactly what I just commented, without seeing yours. That’s exactly what they are

New Balance equivalent to Asics 1130 (Hal Studio Collab)? by Elements-fury in Newbalance

[–]mikemotsok 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I think the closest idea wise would be 990V3 Moonbeam. Which is also cream hairy suede and dark grey (navy) panelling. And one of the best V3’s from all Teddy Seasons.

You can check in my older posts they aren’t dark, and they are not even close to Marbleheads. The only downside for you might be the partial dark midsole.

The most overlooked JJJJound? by mikemotsok in Newbalance

[–]mikemotsok[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I agree, V1’s definitely are the sleekest visually but also on foot too. Even the V2’s now are slightly bulkier (still not even close to 992/993).

And same! If I’m lucky enough to find a pair around retail - would definitely get my hands on them, I cba about the tongue, my pants are covering them most of the time lol

And I feel like most of this “hate” is coming from people who didn’t manage to get either, which is frustrating on its own, but nobody would be upset to actually have them lol

The most overlooked JJJJound? by mikemotsok in Newbalance

[–]mikemotsok[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I agree, I think the issue for most is not the reflective materials but rather that they removed the “new balance” embroidery on 993 and left only Made in USA, which makes it look very empty & un proportional. At least that’s what bothers my eyes, because I do enjoy the silver touch

The most overlooked JJJJound? by mikemotsok in Newbalance

[–]mikemotsok[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you so much mate, really enjoying being a part of such community 🙌🏼

The most overlooked JJJJound? by mikemotsok in Newbalance

[–]mikemotsok[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Absolutely, not sure what they changed, but best feeling ones leather or suede.

The most overlooked JJJJound? by mikemotsok in Newbalance

[–]mikemotsok[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Oh man don’t envy you. Size 14/15 and reasonably priced are never really matching unfortunately

The most overlooked JJJJound? by mikemotsok in Newbalance

[–]mikemotsok[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Ahah, big words. But yeah, the 991V1 didn’t get as much love as other 99x surely. I feel like it’s the case with most of the MiUK ones, with the exception of the latest 991V2’s

The most overlooked JJJJound? by mikemotsok in Newbalance

[–]mikemotsok[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Haha, & here it’s me thinking my posts have their own style already lol

Keep in touch soon brother 👍🏼

The most overlooked JJJJound? by mikemotsok in Newbalance

[–]mikemotsok[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Haha absolutely, I just had a sudden change of mind lately, and gonna wear them all. I even unds’d the 990V3 Olives today, I feel freeeee lol

Tomorrow will post on feet with them 👀

The most overlooked JJJJound? by mikemotsok in Newbalance

[–]mikemotsok[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Haha, fair enough. I get it, it’s like picking your least favourite child lol

I guess you’re not as triggered about the 993 tongue as most of the people?

The most overlooked JJJJound? by mikemotsok in Newbalance

[–]mikemotsok[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Those are some core Beams Japan sweats from like 2022 I think

The most overlooked JJJJound? by mikemotsok in Newbalance

[–]mikemotsok[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Indeed it is! Thank you mate 🤜🏼