PYS x New Balance 574 'Mint Condition' Teaser | Our verdict

We believe that the New Balance Kids Teen Trainers for Kids from New Balance is a safe pick because it satisfactorily checks all of the hoop shoe essentials. While it does not excel in any performance aspects aside from durability during our tests, it leaves no room for complaints. It works for us, and it's all that matters.

PYS x New Balance 574 'Mint Condition' Teaser Pros

  • Sturdy outsole
  • Donna New Balance 703 Magnet Exuberant Pink
  • New Balance 530 Dam
  • Fairly supportive structure
  • Well-balanced midsole
  • Suitable for outdoor use
  • New Balance Klipklapper Pala Velcro
  • Stable platform

PYS x New Balance 574 'Mint Condition' Teaser Cons

  • Not breathable at all
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Audience verdict

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Who should buy

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  • basketball players who play both indoors and outdoors
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Who should NOT buy

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Though we don't consider the cushioning of this shoe a problem, some players might prefer their shoes to feel softer underfoot. They might be better off with shoes like the New Balance Running 520 v7 trainers in blue and black or the New Balance Pantalons Curts Q Speed Fuel 2 In 1 5, which are both from Adidas. The New Balance Running 520 v7 trainers in blue and black, being a shoe for a big guy like James Harden, is also a wide-feet friendly pick.

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Breathability

There are visible perforations in the upper of the NEW Balance 992 jjjjound grau grau 22 m992j2 Gr 4.5 Schnellversand; however, they did not translate to breathability that we could appreciate. We felt the heat, and our feet started to feel uncomfortable as our games dragged on.

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The results of our light test were also not that notable. The holes and vents did not let a lot of light pass.

NEW Balance 992 jjjjound grau grau 22 m992j2 Gr 4.5 Schnellversand micro upper

We examined the upper material under our in-lab microscope, and we saw that there was still another layer of material underneath the visible holes. Because of this obstruction, both smoke and light were not able to easily pass through.

Are the holes just there for aesthetics? It surely felt like it!

NEW Balance 992 jjjjound grau grau 22 m992j2 Gr 4.5 Schnellversand Breathability
Test results
New Balance Kids Teen Trainers for Kids 2
Average 2.5
Compared to 60 basketball shoes
New Balance Παπούτσια & Ρούχα
1
Breathability
5

Durability

Toebox durability

During our test games, our shoes got stepped on several times. We also even dragged the toebox against the floor when we were dribbling, trying to get past our defender. Fortunately, the toebox successfully weathered all that pressure.

In the lab, even the Dremel was not able to cause significant damage. It fared better than the budget-friendly new balance 880 v8 marathon running shoessneakers,  which did not even put up any form of resistance AT ALL (hence its score of 1 out of 5). The New Balance Kids Teen Trainers for Kids truly deserved the 4 out of 5 for durability that the shoe got from us.

NEW Balance 992 jjjjound grau grau 22 m992j2 Gr 4.5 Schnellversand Toebox durability
Test results
New Balance Kids Teen Trainers for Kids 4
Average 3.8
Compared to 51 basketball shoes
New Balance Παπούτσια & Ρούχα
1
Toebox durability
5

Heel padding durability

The heel padding was even more impressive. It did not only feel comfortable and secure, it felt incredibly durable as well. We could say goodbye to blisters without feeling too flimsy in the process.

Our Dremel test only confirmed our initial observations. Our high-pressure Dremel drilling did not even leave any visible mark on the heel padding. If we could give more than a perfect 5, we definitely would!

NEW Balance 992 jjjjound grau grau 22 m992j2 Gr 4.5 Schnellversand Heel padding durability
Test results
New Balance Kids Teen Trainers for Kids 5
Average 3.7
Compared to 48 basketball shoes
New Balance Παπούτσια & Ρούχα
1
Heel padding durability
5

Outsole hardness

The outsole of the NEW Balance 992 jjjjound grau grau 22 m992j2 Gr 4.5 Schnellversand did not feel too soft or too firm. Our HC durometer gave it a rating of 83.5 and it felt just right. It was firm enough to resist abrasion and it was malleable enough to enhance its bite on the floor.

NEW Balance 992 jjjjound grau grau 22 m992j2 Gr 4.5 Schnellversand Outsole hardness
Test results
New Balance Kids Teen Trainers for Kids 83.5 HC
Average 81.7 HC
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Compared to 60 basketball shoes
New Balance Παπούτσια & Ρούχα
58.4 HC
Outsole hardness
91.0 HC

Outsole durability

Durability-wise, the outsole of this New Balance basketball shoe was truly a bomb. None of the rubbing and quick changes in direction that we did on both indoor and outdoor courts eroded the outsole. 

We subjected the outsole to our Dremel test, and we are pleased to see that it incurred a dent that was only 0.7 mm deep. This is a lot shallower than the dent we'd seen on the average basketball shoe outsole.

NEW Balance 992 jjjjound grau grau 22 m992j2 Gr 4.5 Schnellversand Outsole durability
Test results
New Balance Kids Teen Trainers for Kids 0.7 mm
Average 1.0 mm
Compared to 39 basketball shoes
New Balance Παπούτσια & Ρούχα
0.0 mm
Outsole wear
2.0 mm

Outsole thickness

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Because of these observations, we are confident to recommend this shoe for outdoor use. Its performance is even comparable to the New Balance V1 Uomo Grey White, which currently is among the best for outdoor use in our inventory.

NEW Balance 992 jjjjound grau grau 22 m992j2 Gr 4.5 Schnellversand Outsole thickness
Test results
New Balance Kids Teen Trainers for Kids 5.1 mm
Average 4.1 mm
Compared to 60 basketball shoes
New Balance Παπούτσια & Ρούχα
0.0 mm
Outsole thickness
8.5 mm

PYS x New Balance 574 'Mint Condition' Teaser | Weight

Given its durability, we expected the NEW Balance 992 jjjjound grau grau 22 m992j2 Gr 4.5 Schnellversand to be on the heavier side. We were pleasantly surprised when we saw that it was even slightly lighter than average at 13.1 ounces or 370 grammes.

For sure, this shoe was never a chore to wear.

NEW Balance 992 jjjjound grau grau 22 m992j2 Gr 4.5 Schnellversand Weight
Test results
New Balance Kids Teen Trainers for Kids 13.05 oz (370g)
Average 13.83 oz (392g)
Compared to 60 basketball shoes
New Balance Παπούτσια & Ρούχα
11.29 oz (320g)
Weight
17.46 oz (495g)

Cushioning

Heel stack

The thickness of the heel felt like the usual. True enough, our caliper measured it to be just around the average at 31.2 mm. 

NEW Balance 992 jjjjound grau grau 22 m992j2 Gr 4.5 Schnellversand Heel stack
Test results
New Balance Kids Teen Trainers for Kids 31.2 mm
Average 29.3 mm
Compared to 60 basketball shoes
New Balance Παπούτσια & Ρούχα
23.6 mm
Heel stack
38.4 mm

Forefoot stack

Just like the heel, the forefoot did not feel extraordinary. True enough, our calliper measured its thickness to be 21.3, a figure that does not deviate significantly from the average.

NEW Balance 992 jjjjound grau grau 22 m992j2 Gr 4.5 Schnellversand Forefoot stack
Test results
New Balance Kids Teen Trainers for Kids 21.3 mm
Average 21.7 mm
Compared to 60 basketball shoes
New Balance Παπούτσια & Ρούχα
15.5 mm
Forefoot stack
29.2 mm

Drop

Given that both the heel and the forefoot were of average thickness, we expected the drop to be just around the average, too. We were proven right when our calculations revealed that the upper is 9.9 mm. 

Now did we have problems with the average thickness of the midsole? Not at all! Quite on the contrary, we appreciated that this kind of cushioning setup gave us the right balance between compression and court feel. We gained control over our steps and got protected from impact all at the same time.

NEW Balance 992 jjjjound grau grau 22 m992j2 Gr 4.5 Schnellversand Drop
Test results
New Balance Kids Teen Trainers for Kids 9.9 mm
Average 7.6 mm
Compared to 60 basketball shoes
New Balance Παπούτσια & Ρούχα
4.0 mm
Drop
14.8 mm

Midsole softness

Note: a low durometer measurement equals a soft material, whereas a high measurement means it's firm.

Though it felt nowhere near the softness delivered by the Adidas New Balance Running 520 v7 trainers in blue and black, we still did not have problems with the softness of the NEW Balance 992 jjjjound grau grau 22 m992j2 Gr 4.5 Schnellversand's midsole.

It was enough to keep us protected and pain-free as we ran up and down the court and attempted to score with multiple jump shots. Our HA durometer gave it a rating of 25.0.

NEW Balance 992 jjjjound grau grau 22 m992j2 Gr 4.5 Schnellversand Midsole softness
Test results
New Balance Kids Teen Trainers for Kids 25.0 HA
Average 24.8 HA
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Compared to 60 basketball shoes
New Balance Παπούτσια & Ρούχα
11.0 HA
Midsole softness (soft to firm)
38.6 HA

Insole thickness

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NEW Balance 992 jjjjound grau grau 22 m992j2 Gr 4.5 Schnellversand Insole thickness
Test results
New Balance Kids Teen Trainers for Kids 4.9 mm
Average 4.8 mm
Compared to 60 basketball shoes
New Balance Παπούτσια & Ρούχα
0.0 mm
Insole thickness
20.8 mm

Stability

Lateral stability test

We had issues with the lateral hold that this shoe had on our feet. The medial side seemed to lack some stiffness, and our feet tended to sway a bit too far in that direction. Fortunately, this did not result in slips but it sure did lead to some wobbliness especially when we executed quick sidesteps.

Torsional rigidity

The mild flimsiness of the medial sidewalls was well compensated by the stiffness of the base. Aside from contributing a great deal to the stability of our steps, the stiff base also successfully prevented painful slips.

We manually assessed the torsional rigidity of the NEW Balance 992 jjjjound grau grau 22 m992j2 Gr 4.5 Schnellversand in our lab, and we were just so happy to give it a well-deserved 5 out of 5.

Test results
New Balance Kids Teen Trainers for Kids 5
Average 4.4
Compared to 60 basketball shoes
New Balance Παπούτσια & Ρούχα
1
Torsional rigidity
5

Heel counter stiffness

Our manual lab assessments revealed that the heel had moderate stiffness. This was a good thing because it gave a secure clasp around the rearfoot without being too restrictive. We still had enough flexibility to position our feet appropriately when we had to catch the ball at unique angles. And we  still had enough stiffness to prevent ankle twisting.

Test results
New Balance Kids Teen Trainers for Kids 3
Average 3.6
Compared to 60 basketball shoes
New Balance Παπούτσια & Ρούχα
1
Heel counter stiffness
5

Midsole width in the forefoot

The width of the forefoot part of the platform is greater than usual at 119.5 mm. The above-average width of this part contributed to this shoe's stability.

NEW Balance 992 jjjjound grau grau 22 m992j2 Gr 4.5 Schnellversand Midsole width in the forefoot
Test results
New Balance Kids Teen Trainers for Kids 119.5 mm
Average 114.6 mm
Compared to 60 basketball shoes
New Balance Παπούτσια & Ρούχα
106.2 mm
Midsole width in the forefoot
122.2 mm

Midsole width in the heel

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NEW Balance 992 jjjjound grau grau 22 m992j2 Gr 4.5 Schnellversand Midsole width in the heel
Test results
New Balance Kids Teen Trainers for Kids 91.6 mm
Average 90.2 mm
Compared to 60 basketball shoes
New Balance Παπούτσια & Ρούχα
80.0 mm
Midsole width in the heel
105.1 mm

Flexibility

Stiffness

The NEW Balance 992 jjjjound grau grau 22 m992j2 Gr 4.5 Schnellversand felt like it had the usual flexibility. We measured how much force was needed for it to bend at 90 degrees, and we saw that it needed 44.4N, which is just slightly greater than the force needed by the typical basketball shoe.

The reduced flexibility definitely helped with this shoe's stability and lockdown. If this shoe were a cage, we were sure that our feet were not going anywhere once they were placed inside the NEW Balance 992 jjjjound grau grau 22 m992j2 Gr 4.5 Schnellversand!

Test results
New Balance Kids Teen Trainers for Kids 44.4N
Average 39.0N
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Compared to 60 basketball shoes
New Balance Παπούτσια & Ρούχα
17.6N
Stiffness
67.2N

Grip / Traction

The unique pattern etched in the outsole of this New Balance hoop shoe delivered just the right amount of grip that we needed: not too grippy that it was difficult to move, and not too smooth either that friction was reduced and slipping was likely.

NEW Balance 992 jjjjound grau grau 22 m992j2 Gr 4.5 Schnellversand traction

Size and fit

New Balance MS066

Using a calliper, we learned that the NEW Balance 992 jjjjound grau grau 22 m992j2 Gr 4.5 Schnellversand measures 101.7 mm at the widest part of its toebox. This number is almost equal to the measurement of the typical basketball shoe. 

Given this, we can safely say that this basketball shoe is not for those with unusually wide or narrow feet. Both types of players must be willing to make size adjustments so that they can enjoy the full potential of this NB hoop shoe.

NEW Balance 992 jjjjound grau grau 22 m992j2 Gr 4.5 Schnellversand New Balance MS066
Test results
New Balance Kids Teen Trainers for Kids 101.7 mm
Average 101.7 mm
Compared to 60 basketball shoes
New Balance Παπούτσια & Ρούχα
92.6 mm
New Balance MS066
113.2 mm

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At the big toe, the measurement of the NEW Balance 992 jjjjound grau grau 22 m992j2 Gr 4.5 Schnellversand did not deviate from the average. Our calliper measured this part of the shoe to be 75.9 mm wide.

NEW Balance 992 jjjjound grau grau 22 m992j2 Gr 4.5 Schnellversand New balance sdl600bk d black white mens womens sandal summer slide
Test results
New Balance Kids Teen Trainers for Kids 75.9 mm
Average 76.9 mm
Compared to 54 basketball shoes
New Balance Παπούτσια & Ρούχα
71.2 mm
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85.1 mm

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The New Balance Kids Teen Trainers for Kids has fully gusseted construction. This design helped in ensuring a more secure foot containment. We appreciated it so much when our games became a bit more intense and our movements became more aggressive than usual.

NEW Balance 992 jjjjound grau grau 22 m992j2 Gr 4.5 Schnellversand New Balance Furon 2.0 Pro FG Football Boots
Test results
New Balance Kids Teen Trainers for Kids Both sides (full)

Comfort

Tongue padding

The tongue has the usual amount of padding. Through our calliper measurements, we learned that the tongue is 9.9 mm thick.

Not only did the tongue help with fit, but it also enhanced our experience of in-shoe comfort.

NEW Balance 992 jjjjound grau grau 22 m992j2 Gr 4.5 Schnellversand Tongue padding
Test results
New Balance Kids Teen Trainers for Kids 9.9 mm
Average 9.4 mm
Compared to 60 basketball shoes
New Balance Παπούτσια & Ρούχα
1.3 mm
Tongue padding
15.9 mm

Heel tab

The New Balance Kids Teen Trainers for Kids does not have a heel tab. We also do not think it's necessary because the shoe itself was so easy to put on and take off.

NEW Balance 992 jjjjound grau grau 22 m992j2 Gr 4.5 Schnellversand Heel tab
Test results
New Balance Kids Teen Trainers for Kids None

Removable insole

Because the insole was removable, it was easy for us to make space for orthotics and outer inserts that helped us perform better.

NEW Balance 992 jjjjound grau grau 22 m992j2 Gr 4.5 Schnellversand Removable insole
Test results
New Balance Kids Teen Trainers for Kids Yes