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New Balance’s 689 Kids Collection

09/07/2012 By Tammi 120 Comments

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You’ll be happy to hear that New Balance has released the 689 Kids Collection and my daughter was able to get herself a pair, just in time for the start of the new schools season. These shoes come in styles for both girls and boys, have a non-marking sole {a necessity in my books, and the schools’ as well}, and use the Abzorb cushioning material for a comfortable fit all day.

The uppers are a mix of leather and mesh, a great combination for providing stability with breathing room. I really like the closure on these shoes, it has an elastic strap that zig-zags through loops and then Velcro’s on the side. Though my daughter can tie laces like a pro, she doesn’t like to, so most times she leaves them hanging and waiting to be tripped on. At the same time, she thinks that traditional Velcro shoes are for ‘babies’, so the closure on these is really a happy blend of the two.

I chose a size larger than I thought my daughter would need, yet they are fairly snug so I think I should have requested a different width size {yes, they have width sizes for these styles!}. Her pair does fit right now but possibly not through the end of the year. So I’d suggest you use a measurement tool or better yet, try them on in store to ensure you get the right size and width.

My daughter says her pair ‘is cute’, and is happy that she can run and do cartwheels in them. Myself? I like the support of the foot and ankle that New Balance provides, isn’t it nice when her need for cute and fashionable mix with my preference for a quality made shoe. Win-Win, now if only we could agree on clothing!

Prices range from $39.95 for infant/pre-school children {sizes 2-5 and 5.5-10} to $54.95 for youth {sizes 7-10.5} and they can be bought online or in stores that carry New Balance footwear. 

Disclosure: I received product to facilitate this review, all opinions are my own.

 

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  1. Eva U says

    09/07/2012 at 1:24 pm

    My 8 yr old is having growth spurts everywhere. All his shoes have SIDECARS his toes are starting to poke out. Just bought school shoes 3 weeks ago *yikes*. This would be so helpful and appreciated.

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  2. Andrea B. says

    09/07/2012 at 1:25 pm

    I would like to win these shoes because New Balance makes great shoes and I would love for my child to have a pair.

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  3. lori butler says

    09/07/2012 at 1:25 pm

    They are a well made shoe that offers great support

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  4. Mel Gallant says

    09/07/2012 at 1:28 pm

    My daughter is a rambunctious toddler – constantly on the go. She could use some comfy running shoes for all her running, jumping and such. 🙂

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  5. Rachelle M. says

    09/07/2012 at 1:30 pm

    I would Love to win a pair for my Cupcake she would look so cute in them !

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  6. Jenn VanderPloeg says

    09/07/2012 at 1:31 pm

    We love great shoes. It’s one area that I don’t skimp on! 🙂 Wish us luck. We’ve never tried NB before…

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  7. Kirsten says

    09/07/2012 at 1:31 pm

    I have 4 kids ans we spend a ton on shoes! My oldest son would love these.

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  8. Dandy Civitarese says

    09/07/2012 at 1:32 pm

    I would love to win, this is the only brand my older boy can wear due to feet issues, this would really help! thanks for the chance to win!

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  9. Elizabeth Wisniewski says

    09/07/2012 at 1:32 pm

    My 4 year old has been growing like mad this year and I know he will need more shoes in the next few months. these would be great for him.

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  10. Anu Chopra says

    09/07/2012 at 1:34 pm

    My boys are growing so quickly and need a new pair for school!

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  11. Christine Basile-Brock says

    09/07/2012 at 2:00 pm

    The shoes are super cute and look like they would support my sons feet well 🙂

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  12. Adriana Fitzgerald says

    09/07/2012 at 2:11 pm

    I’d love a pair for my daughter – she needs a new pair of good shoes for school

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  13. Rachel Vander Deen says

    09/07/2012 at 2:19 pm

    I’d love to win a pair! I have three rambunctious boys who wear holes in everything – a new pair of good shoes would be much appreciated!

    Reply
  14. pj emmick says

    09/07/2012 at 2:26 pm

    woo hoo, with 8 kids school shoes are outrageous! this would be wonderful!!

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  15. Shari K says

    09/07/2012 at 2:36 pm

    I want to win these shoes because I know that I can trust the quality and want only the best for my kids!

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  16. beth says

    09/07/2012 at 4:13 pm

    My kids are very hard on their shoes, and we could always use a new pair for indoor or outdoor use

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  17. tamara priddy says

    09/07/2012 at 4:36 pm

    My 1 yr old daughter deserves a good pair of shoes. I know I haven’t been able to afford them and she’s wearing what she has pass me downs for long enough, but we get by with what we can make it with, so I would love to win them for her.

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  18. Adeline says

    09/07/2012 at 5:47 pm

    My son grows up so fast, we need new shoes. They look comfy & sturdy!

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  19. Robin | Farewell, Stranger says

    09/07/2012 at 6:41 pm

    We need more shoes for him for the school year. These look great!

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  20. Karla Sceviour says

    09/07/2012 at 7:09 pm

    I would love to win a pair of these for my nephew.
    ksceviour at hotmail dot com

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  21. Athena says

    09/07/2012 at 8:14 pm

    These would be great for my son!

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  22. Dreena says

    09/07/2012 at 8:30 pm

    My son could use a new pair!
    Thanks.

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  23. Becky says

    09/07/2012 at 8:40 pm

    My sons feet grown really quick so I would love to win these shoes for him, so it’s one less pair of shoes I have to buy.

    Reply
  24. wendy says

    09/07/2012 at 10:45 pm

    Those look awesome. Thanks!

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  25. Anne Taylor says

    09/07/2012 at 10:51 pm

    I’d love to win a pair of these shoes to donate to the Single Parent Center here in Victoria!

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  26. Amy C says

    09/08/2012 at 1:35 am

    I would like to win because we could use a pair of nice shoes.

    Reply
  27. Luna Broderick says

    09/08/2012 at 5:46 am

    I’d love to win these great runners for one of my great nieces or nephews! Back to school and all that. Thanks Tammi!

    Reply
  28. jennifer bowen says

    09/08/2012 at 5:54 am

    i love to win them for my girl she realy needs a new pair of shoes

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  29. Pamalot says

    09/08/2012 at 7:02 am

    the kids can be very picky about their shoes. When I read the comment about your daughter saying the pair is cute I thought I would like to win these for picky Serena, who I hope would also think they are cute.(also the kids can always use a new pair of shoes with back to school)

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  30. kara says

    09/08/2012 at 7:12 am

    I would love to win a pair for my boy! Looks like really nice shoes!

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  31. Londia says

    09/08/2012 at 7:23 am

    I would like a pair for my son as he is still growing and shoes are always something you need for those growing feet.

    silverneon2000 at yahoo dot com

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  32. Agnes O. says

    09/08/2012 at 7:49 am

    I’d like to win a pair for my daughter who could use a better pair of shoes for her school.

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  33. Erika E says

    09/08/2012 at 7:52 am

    I’d like to win a pair for my son because I’ve heard good things about New Balance shoes.

    Reply
  34. Nicole says

    09/08/2012 at 8:00 am

    I would love to win this for my daughter 🙂

    justasmalltownmommy at gmail dot com

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  35. Michelle B says

    09/08/2012 at 8:55 am

    I would love to win a pair for my son because he is very hard on shoes.

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  36. Ira says

    09/08/2012 at 9:36 am

    Kids grow fast – always need a new pair (or two, or three :)) in a short period of time.

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  37. SweetPanda says

    09/08/2012 at 9:49 am

    I would like to win because my kid needs a new pair of running shoes and

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  38. Robyn L says

    09/08/2012 at 10:12 am

    I’d love to win a pair because of the non-marking sole and
    the choice of a wider width if necessary

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  39. Lisa KH says

    09/08/2012 at 10:53 am

    I’d love to win because my son keeps outgrowing his runners!
    rafflecopter name: Lisa K

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  40. Jonnie (JB) says

    09/08/2012 at 11:00 am

    I would love to win these because of the closure type. My son can tie but usually opts to just let his laces hang loose.

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  41. Nury says

    09/08/2012 at 11:10 am

    For my daughter, she is growing incredibly fast and she is always in need of new shoes!

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  42. Stephanie LaPlante says

    09/08/2012 at 11:34 am

    I’d love to win because these shoes are adorable and look comfy too.

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  43. Ashley says

    09/08/2012 at 2:14 pm

    We’ve been everywhere in the past month looking for new shoes for my girl! Everywhere is sold out of everything! This would be perfect timing!

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  44. jennifer capin says

    09/08/2012 at 2:40 pm

    My Son needs a new pair of shoes and these look awesome

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  45. aussie monica says

    09/08/2012 at 2:47 pm

    My daughter needs some good gym shoes and these look fabulous.

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  46. Katharine W says

    09/08/2012 at 4:16 pm

    These shoes look awesome and my preschool daughter would probably wear them as they are fashionable.

    Reply
  47. Lisa G says

    09/08/2012 at 5:20 pm

    I’d like to win these shoes for my little guy that keeps growing out of his shoes!

    Reply
  48. Cheryl (@loucheryl) says

    09/08/2012 at 5:51 pm

    I really want my son to have a pair of good running shoes, just like his mom does, and these look great!

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  49. Tina says

    09/08/2012 at 7:15 pm

    They keep growing out of their shoes and we would like to have very made and supportive footwear.

    Reply
  50. Adina H. says

    09/08/2012 at 8:17 pm

    I would like to win shoes for my nephew.

    Reply
  51. Julia says

    09/08/2012 at 9:34 pm

    My kids always need new shoes.

    Reply
  52. Florence C says

    09/09/2012 at 6:31 am

    I like to win for one of my grandchildren.

    Reply
  53. Leanne M says

    09/09/2012 at 11:17 am

    I would love to win because my daughter could use some new shoes.

    Reply
  54. Gemma says

    09/09/2012 at 2:38 pm

    I’d love to win a pair for my daughter.

    Reply
  55. Tatum says

    09/09/2012 at 3:01 pm

    With 3 kids we always need new shoes!

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  56. kay whelan says

    09/09/2012 at 5:05 pm

    Love to win a pair for my grandson.

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  57. dwayne taylor says

    09/09/2012 at 7:38 pm

    i would love to win these for my 2 kids, they wear out shoes as fast as thier father…thats me….thanks guys!!

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  58. Jennifer says

    09/09/2012 at 8:31 pm

    because we go through a lot of shoes in this house!! 🙂

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  59. Gvenny says

    09/09/2012 at 8:40 pm

    I would love to win a pair of these for a gift for my Granddaughter, Breanna

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  60. angela m says

    09/10/2012 at 9:12 am

    I would love to win a pair for my youngest daughter who needs a new pair of sneakers
    thanks

    Reply
  61. Tammy says

    09/10/2012 at 9:57 am

    I would love to win these for my son, hes a toddler and you know how busy they are he wears out a pair of sneakers in no time. He spends alot of time outside!! I would love to win these for him!

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  62. Teresa M. says

    09/10/2012 at 10:41 am

    I would love to win a pair for my nephew…he is in grade 6 this year.

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  63. Josie says

    09/10/2012 at 1:08 pm

    This would be a great win! I was just talking to my husband yesterday about getting our daughter some new runners!

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  64. Jessica says

    09/10/2012 at 2:15 pm

    My son really needs a great pair of shoes. He is 4 and goes through shoes VERY fast.

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  65. Chelsey says

    09/10/2012 at 2:22 pm

    My son needs a new pair of shoes for gym class. Thanks for the giveaway.

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  66. Paula says

    09/10/2012 at 2:29 pm

    I would love to win a pair of these because my two girls are growing so fast that I can’t keep them in shoes!!!

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  67. Lisa says

    09/10/2012 at 8:55 pm

    My son runs everywhere and he’s going through sneakers at record pace!

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  68. Emma walpole says

    09/11/2012 at 7:15 am

    i would love to win for my son

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  69. Katrina Brady says

    09/11/2012 at 11:11 am

    I’d like to win these for my granddaughter. She’s growing faster than a blink of the eye!

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  70. Jules A. says

    09/11/2012 at 5:18 pm

    I’d like to win because my son goes through shoes really fast – he’s growing quickly and he plays hard!

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  71. Deb Dorrington says

    09/12/2012 at 8:19 am

    I would like to win because running shoes are so expensive and the kids go through them like wild fire..New Balance makes a great shoe for durability, comfort and style.

    Reply
  72. Happy Chinadoll says

    09/13/2012 at 7:27 am

    The current shoes that my daughter has is worn down to shreds. She needs new shoes

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  73. melissa finn says

    09/13/2012 at 7:28 am

    I would love to win a pair for my son because he needs new shoes AND New Balance makes awesome shoes!

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  74. Amy Brown says

    09/13/2012 at 1:31 pm

    I’d love to win for my daughter, they look very well made and I’m sure would last longer than the cheap pair I bought for back to school.

    Reply
  75. Angela M says

    09/13/2012 at 3:52 pm

    In the small rural community I live in it is almost impossible to find high quality shoes like these at our local store, so this would be a great win for my daughter.

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  76. Fareen says

    09/13/2012 at 11:46 pm

    My 3 year old is growing so quickly, so we are always in need of new shoes!

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  77. Janelle K says

    09/14/2012 at 9:19 am

    I’d love to win a pair of these for my 5 year old. They look like comfortable shoes, and we’re always needing new shoes. His feet are growing fast, plus he’s so hard on his shoes!

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  78. Lisa says

    09/14/2012 at 9:39 am

    My son just tried out for (and made!) his school track team. This boy LOVES to run and burns through sneakers like nobody’s business. 🙂

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  79. darci says

    09/14/2012 at 6:29 pm

    My son would love them and my pocketbook would be thankful 🙂

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  80. Jeannie says

    09/14/2012 at 9:09 pm

    I need to start working off my baby weight!

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  81. Mimi says

    09/15/2012 at 8:37 am

    I haven’t been able to get either of my boys shoes yet for school. Would definitely come in handy!

    Reply
    • Mimi says

      09/15/2012 at 8:55 am

      Oy vey, I missed the part that said for Canadians only. Sorry! =)

      Reply
  82. Leisa McBride says

    09/15/2012 at 9:53 am

    these shoes look great. I’m sure my son would love them:)

    Reply
  83. Andrea says

    09/15/2012 at 10:54 am

    I would like to win because I have 5 kids, so winning a pair of shoes for one of them would totally help out 🙂

    Reply
  84. yvonne says

    09/15/2012 at 10:57 pm

    my 9 year old daughter would LOVE these!

    Reply
  85. Darwin says

    09/16/2012 at 6:42 pm

    My son is out growing his current pair of shoes.

    Reply
  86. Ingrid says

    09/16/2012 at 6:49 pm

    My son just started JK and must wear running shoes (crocs, sandals not allowed) so I need another pair! These look perfect!

    Reply
  87. stacey h says

    09/16/2012 at 6:58 pm

    my niece loves to run – these would be great for her

    Reply
  88. Caryn S. says

    09/17/2012 at 6:25 pm

    I would love to win a pair of new balance shoes as they are great shoes and my guys feet grows so fast it seems we are always buying shoes!

    Reply
  89. Lisa Carbone says

    09/17/2012 at 6:39 pm

    Great looking shoes! I would love to win these for my 4 year old son to use at school, they look comfortable and are a brand we know and trust.

    Thanks,Lisa

    Reply
  90. julie bolduc says

    09/18/2012 at 1:59 pm

    Really good shoes!!!!

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  91. SB Cee says

    09/18/2012 at 2:52 pm

    I want these shoes because my kids could actually put them on themselves!

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  92. Ruben Ramos says

    09/18/2012 at 7:07 pm

    Its a really great product

    Reply
  93. Frances Palaschuk says

    09/19/2012 at 9:18 am

    Hi! Awesome giveaway! I want to win these awesome New Balance (689 Kids Collection) shoes for my sweet little monkey girl. She just broke her arm on the monkey bars at school and needs new shoes with velcro! Thanks so much!!!

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  94. Shannon Marr says

    09/19/2012 at 7:43 pm

    My kids are growing constantly (as they do), so new shoes would be awesome!

    Reply
  95. Paula Schuck says

    09/19/2012 at 7:46 pm

    I like new balance because they make wide shoes for my one DDs wide feet. They are a good quality product for the whole family!

    Reply
  96. Mya Murphy says

    09/20/2012 at 4:34 am

    These shoes are super-cute!!

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  97. Queenkai/Jayde says

    09/20/2012 at 7:31 am

    They are so cute and there are enough colors for each my three girls. Fingers crossed to win.

    Reply
  98. elaine bolduc says

    09/20/2012 at 11:27 pm

    i would like to win a pair because my grandson has down syndrome and he has a hard time keeping his balance, this might do the trick thanks

    Reply
  99. Laurie B says

    09/20/2012 at 11:52 pm

    I would like to win these because my son needs a good pair of shoes to go with his orthotics

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  100. Michelle Austin says

    09/21/2012 at 7:11 am

    New Balance are a family favourite for outdoor running. With three children in public school, back to school shoe shopping is a major event. We’ve been New Balance fans since we lived in the U.S. near the New Balance factory in Maine. Two cross-country runners in our house would love the opportunity for a new pair for their upcoming meet next month.

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  101. Heather T says

    09/21/2012 at 7:30 am

    My 4 year old has apparently had a growth spurt! The shoes that fit him before summer, now barely fit. He has inherited my husband’s wide feet, so a good quality shoe is essential. New Balance fits the bill nicely! Thanks for the opportunity to win!

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  102. Nancy says

    09/21/2012 at 7:43 am

    Because these runners are AWESOME! I have New Balance running shoes and they are great! My kids wear through runners like nothing, and it gets expensive buying them good quality shoes every three months! 😉

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  103. Scottilee C says

    09/21/2012 at 8:59 am

    Would love some good school shoes

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  104. Jocelyne Alldrick says

    09/21/2012 at 9:15 am

    i have a pair of new balance shoes and i love them 🙂
    thanks!

    Reply
  105. Elaine Douglas says

    09/21/2012 at 9:02 pm

    I have 2 kids 8 and 10 and they grow like weeds! They never wear clothes out cuz they grow so fast and it gets very expensive! Thanks for the giveaway!

    Reply
  106. Amanda says

    09/21/2012 at 9:10 pm

    I would LOVE a pair of these for my daughter. They are so adorable. I love for her to have good quality shoes but hate spending so much money on them!

    Reply
  107. Lisa Johnston says

    09/21/2012 at 9:11 pm

    My 11 year old daughter just started doing cross-country running and we didn’t buy running shoes for her since we didn’t know she would need them.
    It would be great if I won:)

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  108. Jen Gibbons says

    09/21/2012 at 9:22 pm

    very nice! My stepson could use new shoes… he wears his out!

    Reply
  109. Cheryl Ward says

    09/21/2012 at 10:03 pm

    I would love to win these for my youngest. I dont have much money to get my three children much and winning thses would be great.

    Reply
  110. Lucy says

    09/21/2012 at 11:04 pm

    My little one has special needs and goes through so many shoes from wear and tear,this would help out alot.Thanks for the chance!!!

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  111. Kim W. says

    09/21/2012 at 11:51 pm

    I would like to win these because New Balance are great quality sneakers with great support for my kids growing feet.

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  112. Ed Martel says

    09/22/2012 at 12:23 am

    My son’s old pair are just about worn out and he’s due for some new ones.

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  113. Sabrina says

    09/22/2012 at 7:21 am

    With the way kids feet grow it would be great to get a new pair that have some style to them.

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  114. iris says

    09/22/2012 at 7:46 am

    I like to wear New Balance myself and I am happy to hear they make them for kids.

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  115. Denise says

    09/22/2012 at 7:23 pm

    my 4 year old daughter needs a new pair of runners. She is growing out of her current shoes.

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  116. Amy Dell (@mimishumblepie) says

    09/23/2012 at 4:20 pm

    Why do I want to win? Quality kids shoes are expensive, especially when you need more than one pair for day care or school.

    Reply
  117. sean pynaert says

    09/23/2012 at 5:09 pm

    I’d like to win because I’m a runner and my current shoes are almost worn out!

    Reply
  118. Lee Roberts says

    09/24/2012 at 8:36 am

    Please pick me….I’m a poor dad.

    Reply
  119. Glogirl says

    09/25/2012 at 8:39 pm

    I’d love to win a pair of these shoes because they look comfy and stylish!

    Reply

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