How do I clean my shoes?

This question has been coming up more and more. If you take all of this time to find the right running shoes, how do you keep them clean?

One great method starts by simply looking in the dental care aisle of your local store. Use a light bristle toothbrush (perhaps an old toothbrush you were about to throw out) and a light washing detergent (laundry or dish washing) and scrub the shoes. You can also immerse them in water. Allow your shoes to air dry for about 24 hours before putting them on.

New Balance does have an extensive line of cleaning products, those of course work great. Why not use the same brand of cleanser as brand of shoes?

Keep in mind, do NOT put your shoes in the washing machine!

If your shoes are suede or leather, you will need to use a suede or leather cleanser. Be sure to follow the instructions.

Well, there you have it. How to clean your running shoes. Has anyone tried this method lately? Any new cleaning methods to recommend?

--Cassie

New Balance 759 Walking Shoe

For someone who typically purchases running shoes, it is hard to find a walking shoe you really really like. The New Balance 759 arrived on our site a few weeks back and it's a great looking shoe that performs as well as it coordinates with outfits. It's also featured in the November 2007 issue of Woman's Day magazine, they feature it as an example of a great fitness walking shoe.

Here's what the 759 features:

• ABZORB® cushioning in the heel and forefoot


• TS2® Transitional Support for extra stability


• N-Lock® midfoot support to keep the shoes snug and on your feet!


• N-Durance® outsole for durability

You can view more information on the 759 while visiting our site. And don't forget the 759 is also a part of the Lace Up for the Cure® collection, so 15% of all wholesale sales will go to the Susan G. Komen for the Cure foundation, with a minimum donation of $500,000 and maximum donation of $1 million.

--Cassie

RSS on NBwebexpress.com!

The new RSS (Real Simple Syndication) page has arrived on NBwebexpress.com! Now you can subscribe to our RSS feeds and gain information about all things New Balance. You can personalize the information you would like, then check your RSS reader at your convenience to get current information of interest fast! Pick your own RSS feeds and gain information on Promotions, exciting New Arrivals, New Clearance, Blog News and more!

It's easy to subscribe to RSS. Visit our RSS page then locate an aggregator website (or RSS reader) of your choice (Yahoo, Google, and Bloglines are just a few), then copy and paste the RSS link of your choice into your reader. Be sure to visit our RSS page for additional information, details, and helpful tips on how to subscribe. It's simple and free!

--Cassie

Baby, it's Cold Outside!

As winter approaches and the temperature drops, it's time to start thinking about your winter wardrobe. To keep cozy during the big chill, New Balance has a new line of women's comfy fleece to keep you warm.

The Anorack Fleece (pictured to the left) is lightweight and designed with warm microfleece fabric. The side hand pockets will warm your chilly hands and keep your keys safe at the same time. In the winter, I live in New Balance fleece, but you could also wear this on a fall day or on chilly morning walks.

The updated Fleece Half-Zip Jacket is cozy and versatile enough to wear with jeans or during a cool morning workout. The contrast binding at the neck gives great detail and makes this top stylish.

So, whether you are looking for early gift ideas for the holidays or looking for a cozy top for the winter, try on this new line of New Balance fleece.

--Cassie

Runner Review on the New Balance 902

One of our running friends at NBwebexpress.com, Sean from A Runner's Blog, wear tested the New Balance 902's for us. Sean is an avid runner, self-titled "middle of the pack" who logs regular training runs and a steady running regime. The 902 has gotten a lot of hype; including the prestigious title of Runner's World Editor's Choice. The 902 is a lightweight shoe with a lot of support, so we were interested to hear how it performed for Sean who typically runs on gravel roads and trails. It turns out they were a pretty good fit.

He says,"...the heel-toe transition is responsive and smooth. The soles provided ample cushioning yet still allow me to feel connected to the ground."

You can read more about his experience with the New Balance 902's here.

--Cassie