New Balance Women’s FuelCell 996 V5 Hard Court Tennis Shoe
Price range: $115.38 through $141.70
Brand: New Balance
Description
About this item
- FuelCell foam delivers a propulsive feel to help drive you forward
- NDurance rubber outsole technology provides superior durability in high-wear areas to help get more out of the shoes
- Synthetic/mesh construction
- Added lateral stability with a higher midsole topline
- PU support on the tip for durability where needed
From the manufacturer
Product Description
The New Balance FuelCell 996v5 is designed to help keep you moving on and off the court. This women’s shoe boasts a superior Fuel Cell midsole with an additional 2mm of padded foam and an NDurance rubber outsole for added traction and durability in high-wear areas. Finished with a sporty silhouette, this tennis shoe puts performance, comfort, and style into every step.
Product details
- Item model number : WCH996N5
- Department : womens
- Date First Available : April 19, 2022
- Manufacturer : New Balance
- ASIN : B09YCC16SC
- Manufacturer’s warranty can be requested from customer service. Click here to make a request to customer service.
- Best Sellers Rank: #766,522 in Clothing, Shoes & Jewelry (See Top 100 in Clothing, Shoes & Jewelry) #247 in Women's Tennis & Racquet Sport Shoes
- #247 in Women's Tennis & Racquet Sport Shoes
- Customer Reviews: 4.2 4.2 out of 5 stars (292)
Additional information
| Brand | New Balance |
|---|---|
| Size | 12 Wide, 5, 7.5 Wide |
| color | Neon Dragonfly/White, White/Black |
16 reviews for New Balance Women’s FuelCell 996 V5 Hard Court Tennis Shoe
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WCH996V5 White Navy Hi-Lite (verified owner) –
Comfortable and nice colors!These shoes are great. I love the look of them. I needed court shoes for pickleball and these fit the bill! Since I have a bunion I ordered a wide, and a half size bigger than I usually wear. They fit perfectly. I’ve worn them a few times and they haven’t improved my game but I look good. 😆
Amazon Customer (verified owner) –
Incredible shoe!!!Wow. These are BY FAR the best pickleball shoe I’ve ever worn!! Wide size is so good- hard to find wide but game changer if you’ve ever had a broken toe. Plus m, they’re virtually indestructible. I bought 4 pair because I was used to my KSwiss wearing out at toe. Bought 5 months ago and just starting to lose some tread. Way to go NB!!! Comfy and built to perform. Can’t say enough!!
Amazon Customer (verified owner) –
Great fit and very comfortable.My podiatrist told me to stick with New Balance for playing tennis. I try but after I find a model I like, it ends up being discontinued. This has resulted in a few disappointing purchases and foot issues. However this pair is great! Fit, support, lightweight, comfort – all good!
M Rhea (verified owner) –
Supportive pickleball shoeThese shoes are well made, attractive, and supportive, but the insoles are thin. I was disappointed that I paid $135 for these shoes and then paid another $20 right away to replace the insoles.
js (verified owner) –
DurableI have worn these NB for outdoor pickleball many times already. They are super durable, especially in the toe area (I am a toe-dragger.). Be sure to go by the sizing guide; I needed a wide in a smaller size than I wear in other brands. They are very comfortable once you break them in…be patient…it's worth it!
Monica Zander (verified owner) –
Product wornSneakers were perfect fit until I checked and it appeared they were worn AND someone actually left their KWISS insoles in the sneaker. Tried to have a chat with Amazon but apparently the BOT couldn't handle. What a shame as they appear to be great fitting sneakers.
Davis shopper (verified owner) –
Won’t bend!Shoe had pretty good cushioning and was wide enough for my feet which I have bunions on both big toes. However, these are pickleball shoes and need to be pliable and bend at the toe area. These were very stiff and therefore would cause pain in the bunion area. I wish the sole were more flexible. Had to return.
Jennifer H. Lopata (verified owner) –
Comfortable... Perfect fit...As expected…
WCH996V5 White Navy Hi-Lite (verified owner) –
Comfortable and Durable Pickleball ShoesI purchased these shoes again because my original pair, the same model, was beginning to show wear on the outsoles after a year of playing Pickleball up to three times a week. Amazon recommended I buy 1/2 size up which I did. I had to return them though because they were too long. I purchased my regular size, the same size of my old pair and they fit perfectly. The arch support is just right. Perhaps buy a half size up if you wear thick cushioned socks.
If you play Pickleball, it is important to wear shoes specifically made for Pickleball. I found tennis shoes were too sticky and the bump-out on the outer sides prevented the smooth lateral movements required in Pickleball. ( In my experience, I have observed that often, the people who fall on the Pickleball court are wearing inappropriate shoes; either running shoes or tennis shoes.)
I like the style of these shoes with subtle red, white and blue colors and an asymmetrical design. I found my original pair to be very durable. I threw them in the washing machine occasionally to keep them looking brand new. I carry them to the court and change into them there. If players believe these shoes wear out too quickly it may because they wear them off the court on cement or gravel.
Amazon Customer (verified owner) –
comfort and good treadThis is my second pair of these sneakers. I tried many other brands but came back to these. They give good support, for true to size and are durable. Very happy with this purchase, again.
Amazon Customer (verified owner) –
Great CushioningUpdate sept 1. I’ve had these shoes 3 months and the soul on both shoes is worn smooth. So I would say for an all court shoe, these are not the best choice. I do not play every day, so I am surprised they’ve worn so quickly. Yes, they fit perfectly, no breaking. But for the cost I would say this is not your best buy.. Toebox is Roomy but not loose. Heel is secure. Great cushioning from heel to toe. These are great for Pickleball, as well as Tennis. Played 4 hours and no hotspots. I normally take a size 7 in women’s and these are perfect. Lightweight, but a solid, supportive, athletic shoe. I ordered them in green and the color is awesome with the contrasting purple heel. These will be my new go to Pickleball shoes! I can honestly recommend them since they sold more out, so quickly.
donalyn (verified owner) –
No longer make this modelI absolutely love this version of pickleball shoes. I had two pairs but should have bought more to spare. Wide but not excessively wide toe box. Fairly light shoe, fits well all around. The tread lasts a fairly long time (I play three days a week for 2 to 4 hours). Unfortunately New Balance changed the model and I can’t get these anymore and am still looking for a replacement.
jmlandis (verified owner) –
Very comfortableThese are great shoes for Pickleball. They run true to size. The toe box is perfect. Not too wide or narrow. They are cooler than the other pair of New Balance, that I swap them out with, because they have the mesh toe. They offer solid stability and support. I will definitely be buying another pair.
AMaes (verified owner) –
Tread wears very quicklyThese were delivered to me July 6. It is now August 25. I ordered new ones in a different brand due to the tread smoothing out so quickly. I compares mine with many friends and no one could believe how smooth they got. They are extremely comfortable but I feel they definitely should last much longer!
Inspector Gadget (verified owner) –
New Balance for the win!New Balance once again is my favorite court shoe! These have plenty of room in the toe which is a big deal when I darting all over the pickelball court. I wear a size 10 in women's but get an 8 1/2 in mens just to get a little more wiggle room for my piggies! I've had two other pair that I've worn out…yes, I play a lot! (It's a problem) I do like the colors in the men's selection much better than the women's, but you can't beat Amazon's price for these shoes!
Nancy S (verified owner) –
Lightweight and flexible but foot slides forward a LOTI'm editing this review down to a 3-star after wearing these for a couple of months. I really don't know what they're talking about in terms of propulsion with these. They feel stable and connected to the court but very flat in that there's not much cushion or springy feel. They feel less reactive than other shoes I"ve worn.
My big complaint now that I've worn them for a bit is that my feet slide forward a LOT. Today it happened during a hard sprint to the net and my toes hurt for the rest of the clinic. I use my own higher arch insoles and even with those It's problematic enough that I will likely not wear these again if I know it's going to be a certain type of play.
Other pairs I've had feel too bulky at the top when the foot bends and these don't have this problem, so that's good.
If you're doing a lot of running on the court, I'd just recommend another pair to save your poor toes.