the 520's are awesome

richardabshire · Post by **richardabshire** » 14 Jul 2004 12:02

I just finished the mods on my new balance 520's. The are sweeeeeeeet. Less bulk, a more tapered toe and a smaller toe box. What I mean by a smaller teo box is the rails are shorter but just as high. The inside is a bit deeper, but with a nice clipper rail are other mods, it will be fine. Less weight and a new sole. New traction and pivot points with more flex. All of these items are compared to the new balance ct 300's. If you like the 300 model, then this shoe will blow your mind. Hope this helps,Richie

Shaun · Post by **Shaun** » 14 Jul 2004 12:05

Able to get pics and some tutorials on the mods?

richardabshire · Post by **richardabshire** » 14 Jul 2004 12:09

I'll see what I can do.Richie

richardabshire · Post by **richardabshire** » 14 Jul 2004 12:14

One more thing about the 520s. This shoe doesn't have that big moon boot feeling. It has the feel of a cross between a running shoe and a tennis shoe. Remember that line on the 300s in the middle of the inside. This one doesn't have that and there is a whole new array of layers of material to strip off and make the shoe even lighter.Hope this helps,Richie

sampotter · Post by **sampotter** » 14 Jul 2004 12:33

Sounds good! I bet I'll like these once I get a pair when my CT300s are getting old. Try and get some pics up, if you can.

ericksonj · Post by **ericksonj** » 14 Jul 2004 13:03

Whoa glad to hear new balance has another awesome shoe that can be used for footbag.

I assume that you mean a shoe-goo clipper rail mod on the inside of the shoe? My CT 300's are too small so I need to buy a new pair, but if the 520's are even better I might consider switching. Have you shredded in these shoes yet? I'd like an idea of how different they feel as far as support and general feel/stalling that they promote. I like how they aparently don't have the moon boot feel. Also, have you tested how they feel if they get slightly wet? CT 300's slip like crazy if even a drop of water/sweat gets on the sole of the shoe. My shredding partner nate sweats like a madman

Thanks for always being on top of the game and finding new and improved gear to shred with! You the man Richie

richardabshire · Post by **richardabshire** » 14 Jul 2004 13:10

I am going to use them this weekend when Big Add Chad comes down. If you have the 300's right now, then keep using them until you have your 520s modified. I am on my last pair of 300s and they are still under 40 sessions. I am just waiting for the mods to dry and cure and I will go test them. My confidence is high where this shoe is concerned. Thank new balance for keeping up with progress.Hope this helps,Richie

sampotter · Post by **sampotter** » 14 Jul 2004 14:05

What do you guys mean about the moon boot feel? I play in CT300's about half of the time, maybe a little more often, and I think I sort of know what you mean. What exactly are you referring to, so we're on the same page, though?

richardabshire · Post by **richardabshire** » 15 Jul 2004 08:51

What I mean is the comparison between the laver narrow feel to the bulky feel of the 300s. The 520s are more tapered at the toe. It is mostly based on the look of the shoe. I don't see the bulk anymore in the 300s, but I am on my 7th pair in in the last 30 months. Hope this helps,Richie

ted · Post by **ted** » 15 Jul 2004 12:17

Chad's going to San Diego this weekend? I want to come play.

wolfpac444 · Post by **wolfpac444** » 15 Jul 2004 12:23

[hijack]If you kids are playing in San Diego this weekend, I want to as well.[/hijack]

richardabshire · Post by **richardabshire** » 15 Jul 2004 12:37

Awesome, cruise down and lets shred it up. The weather is great and the beach is packed. See you guys this Saturday.Richie

If you need to call about any other info, my # is 858-488-2133.

SmellMyFinger · Post by **SmellMyFinger** » 15 Jul 2004 12:45

I'm on the way to San Diego... now i just need to get out of work, and if i can get a ride i'll pay for gas...

shreddaily · Post by **shreddaily** » 16 Jul 2004 12:28

Seeing how happy I was when I switched to ct300s and Abshire minis, I have taken Richards advice and switched my order of ct300s to the 520s!!!
Hope its worth while, I'll be testing them after worlds and will report my findings:)

Maraxus · Post by **Maraxus** » 16 Jul 2004 23:13

Hey Rich, Nate, James, I'm in Kuwait but I'll get some when I get back ...

They better be best

Post by **Allan** » 17 Jul 2004 08:53

I been rockin' un-modified 520's for a couple of months now

I like 'em, but they take getting used to.

mc · Post by mc » 17 Jul 2004 09:09

allan,

could you please expand on "they take getting used to"? inquiring minds want to know!!

m

richardabshire · Post by **richardabshire** » 17 Jul 2004 09:16

I had my first session in them yesterday and wow. They are so fast and light, my legs had to slow down. These blow everything else I have used out of the water. If you want a great shred shoe get the 520s.Hope this helps,Richie

sampotter · Post by **sampotter** » 17 Jul 2004 09:34

AllanHaggett wrote:I been rockin' un-modified 520's for a couple of months now I like 'em, but they take getting used to.

Do you mean unmodified in the toe box, or totally unmodified?

That's something I've been wondering about... The toe box looks practically good enough as is, so much so that it looks like it may not even need to be modified. Richie? Anyone else? Should you do this or not?

creamsoda2702 · Post by **creamsoda2702** » 17 Jul 2004 13:05

hows the instep?