The Bottom Line
For trail walking, this shoe provides stability and cushioning against rocks and roots. It is waterproof for walking in storms or crossing streams. The 963 is an update of the previous version, the 962.
Pros
- Walking shoe built on the AL-2 last
- Stability web, waterproof nubuck upper
- Comes in four widths
Cons
- Not very flexible
Description
- Lightweight hiking shoe
- Waterproof with rugged sole
- Supportive and cushions against rocks and roots.
Guide Review - New Balance 963 Trail Walking Shoe
When the trail is rugged or the rain is pouring, you can keep going with this walking shoe that is a lightweight hiking shoe. The rugged sole keeps rocks and roots from poking through. The waterproof nubuck upper keeps your feet dry even if you have to go through puddles or shallow streams. This is a very stable shoe and is not flexible - meaning that it provides good support for walking on uneven trails, but you can't racewalk in it. New Balance produces the 963 in narrow, normal, and wide (A, B, D, E) to fit a variety of feet.
