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New Balance Factory Store Skowhegan
12 Walnut St, Skowhegan, ME 04976, United States
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New Balance Factory Store Skowhegan
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Er
Review β„–1

Got some pimped out money green unique sneakers right at the source after I was buzzing and fell off a canoe into the then below 40 degree Great Moose Lake finally putting the miserable shoes I wore originally to rest. What a difference. The product quality is exceptional and there are extremely knowledgeable staff within that help you find it. Yeah.... double wide size 15 2E in money green with their high end foam padding. In stock here you go. Awesome πŸ‘Œ

El
Review β„–2

Store is across from the factory. The selection could be better but if you ask for help, you get it - pleasantly. Prices are best during their tent sale. Plenty of parking. No public rest rooms. My old grade school - brings back memories.

Va
Review β„–3

Got some his and hers shoes for us to work in extremely comfortable.

da
Review β„–4

Pretty good selection, price ok, just ok.Would be nice if sales folk had a bit of personality. Very stoic.

Li
Review β„–5

We visiting the Skowhegan store on 03/28/2021. The employee working upstairs in the mens section was very helpful. I was interested in the Made in the USA line and he showed me where they are located and explained the product coding so I could determine the exact factory that the shoes were made in. A thank you to the helpful and proactive employee and a thank you to New Balance to committing to keeping these factories running. If you have the funds, it is worth it to select from the Made in the USA line. Reminder, if something costs twice as much but looks twice as good and lasts three times as long... you didnt pay more money for it, you paid less.

Jo
Review β„–6

Went the Skowhegan fair sale and to say the company did a poor job organizing it this year is an understatement. The sale was i side the employees were not masked. The line rapped around the whole first floor 2 cash registers were open. I needed shoes but wasnt going to wait an hour in line with people that were pushing and cramped like sardines. A true covid 19 spreader!!! I hope management reads this and contacts me. I still need shoes but wont go u til the store is less crowded and safe to go in.

Ma
Review β„–7

Always find the best most supportive shoes at a great price.

Th
Review β„–8

Staff is always very help. The store usually has a great selection including wide shoes which can be tough to find. They also offer military discount of 15% of non sale items.

Ma
Review β„–9

Clean nicely laid out could see and touch everything. Apparel was 40% off so found some nice bargains. Staff was friendly and available.

Ka
Review β„–10

Very helpful staff. Great prices.

Je
Review β„–11

We stopped in today to find sneakers for my daughter for back to school. The place was quite busy with three tents packed with shoes, clothing, backpacks, hats, and other accessories. The fellow who measured my daughters feet was curtious, friendly, and helpful despite being very busy. They have a large selection of footwear, and while some of it is factory seconds, there are also first quality items in the mix. Mens, Womans, childrens shoes of all sorts in the shoe tent, and clothing and accessories for all ages in the other two tents. We both found what we were looking for quite fast, and my daughter loves the style and colors she picked out! While there may be a bit of a wait at the checkout, the cashiers are the friendliest you will find around! Easy to notice just off route 201/ South main Street in Skowhegan Maine, right behind Laneys Gas and Convenience Store and Skowhegan Savings Bank. Free parking and a great sale! We walked out with $135+- worth of footwear for $100! Thanks New Balance for keeping us running strong!! A great place to buy MADE IN THE USA products manufactured right her in Skowhegan, Norriggwok, and South Paris Maine! Stop on in and have a look around!

Ge
Review β„–12

Customer service needs improvement. Not helpful at all. But then again we do have an employee staffing issue everywhere!

A
Review β„–13

Great shoes, great service, great prices. Also a pretty cool ceiling.

La
Review β„–14

Didnt have my size but i have a hard time due to it being a 15 4e when they didnt have my daughters size in the one she wanted a 9 d, I was shocked usually we can find hers. but not as big of a tent sale as they usually have

Le
Review β„–15

Very disappointing compared to previous years. Only a small fraction of what they normally have had. Saw more people walking out empty handed.

Ja
Review β„–16

The senior staff were amazingly helpful and oriented toward problem solving.

Ho
Review β„–17

Great deals. Helpful staff and always a smile

Is
Review β„–18

Found my size, xxwide fairly fast. Usually Im searching. Staff friendly.

Mi
Review β„–19

Have always found great deals here?

Da
Review β„–20

Very happy with customer service. First pair of New Balance and LOVE THEM!!!!

Ma
Review β„–21

Nice American made shoes.

Sa
Review β„–22

I stopped here unexpectedly. I found the sneakers that I wear all the time, were on sale, + 30 percent off! They didnt have any there but they checked to see if they could order for me. They were able to get them ordered for me. I ended up ordering 3 pairs yeah!!!

Fr
Review β„–23

Great selection, nice service. Not quite the discount we used to find, but all in all, still some great bargains to be had. And I love their sneakers, so its all good.

Bo
Review β„–24

I like New Balance better than I do Nikes, they last longer, and theyre pretty comfortable.

Ra
Review β„–25

They have their entire line of products here, not just shoes, and youll be able to find shoes that also fit your budget.

Me
Review β„–26

I have been going here for years. Great selection. They carry my husbands shoe size which is a big plus for me. The staff has always been friendly and extremely helpful.

He
Review β„–27

Always great friendly service. My husband wears a size 17, and they have a great selection for bigger sizes!!

Pa
Review β„–28

Finally. A factory outlet and seconds store that is priced like a factory outlet store and not one of those tourist trap posing as an outlet with no price breaks. Hard to see the flaws on the seconds and the staff is helpful. Great place to find quality footwear and some active wear clothing at good prices. And when they have their sales...even better.

Wi
Review β„–29

They had the Extra Wide Shoes I needed. Perfect fit and perfect friendly service.

Al
Review β„–30

Great selection of full NB lineup. All sizes in stock. Spacious, clean, great service. Everything is 40% off, all the time.

Pa
Review β„–31

Usually very good,but it must be the wrong time of year. Selection was ok. Service was ok

Ch
Review β„–32

The associate upstairs was extremely helpful. I told him what I did for work and he suggested the right shoe. Hes very extremely pleasant and knowledgeable. I didnt get his name

Sh
Review β„–33

Even with the pandemic they are trying very hard to accommodate people. If the item you want isnt in stock, they will order it and, if available, have it delivered to your home. Overall a very pleasant shopping experience.

Ja
Review β„–34

Best sneakers around! If you stop in your gonna find a pair that you love!

cr
Review β„–35

ADA compliance issue. The inside of the store is very inaccessible for people with physical handicaps, like me.THERE IS NOTHING WRONG WITH THAT. It is an older building,perhaps historical. Keep the building like it is, do not change it. As a person with a handicap, i prefer the building stay historical inside then change it to make it accessible.The ADA compliance issue is the parking lot. There are no handicap spaces. There are about 2 dozen spaces in front of the store, than across the street, there are handicap spaces across the street.Shopping, i was looking for sneakers for under $30 as i see NB sneakers on line for that price. Did not find any.

Ch
Review β„–36

Great quality great prices staff is helpful not pushy love New balance

Jo
Review β„–37

Great place

Es
Review β„–38

The sales lady was very helpful! She was patient and showed us shoes to try on. First she measured my feet to get an estimate on what size we wanted. My Mom bought a pair of shoes there, also. We received a discount because were purchased 2 pairs of shoes. We try to stop there when we are in the area.

Mi
Review β„–39

4 pairs of 501 for $140 out the door. Cant beat that!!! I would like to see the price differential become smaller in regards to American made vs. Foreign made New Balance sneakers. It would encourage more people to buy the American made version. Doesnt mean you have to drop the price of the American made either πŸ˜‰

Sc
Review β„–40

Got some great annual sales prices. We come every year

Wi
Review β„–41

Great stuff, great savings.. go see Cindy, very helpful

Da
Review β„–42

We have bought many shoes from here. Prices are good for the product they sell. Good amount of.choices in sneakers. This place is extremely busy on tent days. But worth it.

24
Review β„–43

Several factors play into my review.1. The store is relatively small with a limited selection to choose from. 2. Although they have signage which indicate masks are mandatory, the employees made no attempt to comply with or enforce this mandate. 3. Couldnt find shoes/sneakers that were made with natural materials like leather; everything was some form of synthetic material.

Me
Review β„–44

Great place to purchase NB at an affordable price they were running an extra 40% off and it they didn’t have the in store you could have them order in store a shipped directly to your home.

Br
Review β„–45

40 percent off the entire store and great staff, need i say more?

Ri
Review β„–46

Great shoes, great store and nice employees. MasksπŸ‘

Br
Review β„–47

We got good deal on shoes but, why cant they have a selection of the MADE IN USA shoes from factory across the street. There was only one style for men amongst all the Vietnamese, Chinese and other foreign made styles. Thats why we went a little outta our way to stop in. BE AMERICAN AND BUY AMERICAN.

Ro
Review β„–48

Every year coinciding with the Skowhegan State Fair - New Balance has their factory tent sale. All manner of items are available, shoes of all types, clothing, bags, shoe care supplies, anything for the runner or hiker. Picked up a couple of pairs of running shoes and a couple of dry-fit shirts. Prices are 50% or less of the retail costs. Shop earlier in the week for the largest selection.

Ke
Review β„–49

The shoes are pricey. They were nice and found me some in stock at another store at a really nice price. Bought two pair for 55 dollars and sent to my house with free shipping.

No
Review β„–50

Just closing but welcomed us in to shop. WHO DOES THAT NOW? WOW, someone still has a caring attitude!! THANK YOU

Mi
Review β„–51

My family loves the annual tent sale in the summer. Theres about 6-8 of us that go every year & everyone gets 2 pairs each. A huge selection for everyone at extremely low prices.

St
Review β„–52

Stopped in for their annual sale. Bought a pair of sneakers at a good discounted price. Their footwear is real comfortable and last a long time.

Do
Review β„–53

Excellent sale. Whole family got shoes

So
Review β„–54

Wonderful selection, sales and service. Salesladies were very helpful and knowledgeable. A nice relaxed atmosphere where you could shop at your leisure. And did I mention the sales?

Cl
Review β„–55

Great shoes, great prices, nice people.

Te
Review β„–56

I was able to get exactly what I wanted and the staff was very courteous and knowledge. The prices were very reasonable. Very enjoyable experience.

Al
Review β„–57

This is where I buy all of my shoes. The staff is always helpful. Located in an old school house makes this landmark a must see. The shoes and prices are very good, dont wait for the tent sale.

ma
Review β„–58

The New Balance factory store has the lowest prices on the best sneakers! I will never go back to wearing nike shoes ever again after feeling the way that real sneakers should be. The quality just cant be beat.

Mi
Review β„–59

Helpful employees and great deals on quality footwear.

Ja
Review β„–60

I always find great deals here and is a must stop when we are in Maine.

sa
Review β„–61

Nice friendly and helpful. Get a veteran discount on non sale items. Worth the drive for me

Da
Review β„–62

Expensive, clean, friendly associates

Mi
Review β„–63

Jessica helped me today, awesome customer service. She was so knowledgeable and patient since I wasnt sure what I was looking for! 2 thumbs up πŸ˜πŸ‘πŸ‘

Da
Review β„–64

Love the tent sale every August! Always some awesome deals on footwear and apparel!

Jo
Review β„–65

The building is deceptive as it looks like it once was a two-storey schoolhouse. The old floors still creak. More importantly, the staff were friendly, knowledgeable and helpful. There was a limited selection of sizes for some models, but the deals were excellent. The store had sneakers of all types as well as clothing. I just wish I bought more of the socks, which come in different sizes. Worth the side trip.

Mi
Review β„–66

Great prices for good shoes. The employees are willing to help you find what your looking for

Ja
Review β„–67

Great deals with plenty of help. Saved over $100 on 3 pair of sneakers. And made right here in Maine.

Le
Review β„–68

The staff is super helpful! Good deals on great shoes. The only reason I gave 4 stars was because Im not a fan of the mens shoes/apparal being up a large flight of stairs. Was a pain when I had my infant with me.

da
Review β„–69

Staff was rude, the line was long, one register was open, very sad!! But made in Maine will keep me coming.

Ci
Review β„–70

I like it there I have wide feet they usually have my size very friendly and helpful and they let you no of the sales going on

Da
Review β„–71

I buy all my athletic footwear there. The friendly staff is very helpfull and knowledgeable.

Ke
Review β„–72

Love the quality of New Balance shoes !! And you can always get really fair deals. Today it was buy one get one 1/2 off. So we spent 85$ on 2 nice pair of shoes.

Su
Review β„–73

Great prices and a wonderful salesman who helped me. Worth the trip to buy your next pair of shoes or active clothing

Cr
Review β„–74

Super nice, spacious factory store. Lots of shoes to choose from. Great pricing! New Balance shoes never disappoint!!

Ma
Review β„–75

Went to the Outlet store. Staff was professional, courteous and friendly. I found what I was looking for quickly, made my purchase and escaped with by booty... All in all, a productive excursion.

Ma
Review β„–76

Very pleasant and helpful staff. Also seems very knowledgeable. Bought 2 pair of sneakers in 20 minutes.

Ro
Review β„–77

Overall,my experience was okay. The staff seemed eager to help, but not knowledgable to my specific questions only to common questions. I feel my questions may have been occasionally uncommon, but nowhere near outside of the scope of buying footwear. I felt they had a hard time giving me input. I also feel that I was pressured into looking at more athletic options over casual ones. The environment felt a little cramped as well.I do feel though, that the value was exceptional.

J
Review β„–78

Good and cheap payed 46 for a pair of sneakers that would be around 80 in a store

Mo
Review β„–79

This is an outlet store with great quality merchandise. Very reasonable prices. There is a large selection of shoes and some clothing. Will be making this a more frequent stop.

Sh
Review β„–80

Awesome sneakers πŸ‘Œ prices my brother works here USA ALL THE WAY

Ba
Review β„–81

Very friendly. They came right over when I got in the store and asked me if I needed help with anything

Ni
Review β„–82

OMG AMAZING DEALS! FOR SOMEONE THAT LOVES SHOES AD MUCH AS I, GOING TO THE TENT SALE WAS LIKE WINNING THE GOLDEN TICKET TO CHOCOLATE FACTORY LOLI WISH THEY DID THE TENT SALE MIRE THAN ONCE A YR! BUT REGARDLESS IT WAS AWESOME!! β™₯

Ka
Review β„–83

Nice big store but very expensive. Even things on sale are expensive but good quality.

Ro
Review β„–84

Great selection of footwear and a 40% off sale!

Sa
Review β„–85

I work at the factory in skowhegan. We work very hard making high quality shoes :-). The store has awesome people working very friendly and very helpful to find the right shoe for you!!!! I always have a great experience!!!!

Jo
Review β„–86

Good experience, they were very helpful, never give up on me till find my size (10, 1/2 4E) I also get a nice jacket for $19.99!!!

Su
Review β„–87

Excited to get 2 new pairs of New Balance shoes right at the factory. Clerks were amazing and very friendly

Na
Review β„–88

Great selection and sales.

Do
Review β„–89

Good deals on footwear. Great selection to choose from.

Bo
Review β„–90

Great footwear. Best prices at sales. Other times so-so.

Jo
Review β„–91

Prices were high and the designs were all the same. They used to be varied, yet the only variation stock were the misfit clearance racks of very small sizes. I went during the tent sale, and their selection of 2E was very poor. D is too small and 4E is too large; give me the choice of a 2E so I can break it in and have it be comfortable.

Jo
Review β„–92

Great store and deals. Steep stairs to second floor. Great employees!

Pe
Review β„–93

Could have had more assistance

St
Review β„–94

Friendly and knowledgeable staff. Decent price for decent shoe

Ja
Review β„–95

Great staff. Ok selection of mens footwear. Long lines at checkout for the tent sale.

Be
Review β„–96

Small town business with great customer service. I got in and out faster than usual.

Ma
Review β„–97

Fantastic sales on all products! Buy 2, get 1 free...awesome!

Ho
Review β„–98

Great customer service!

Ma
Review β„–99

Great shoes at good price. But be aware they sell factory seconds

Ba
Review β„–100

Friendly staff, very helpful.

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  • Address:12 Walnut St, Skowhegan, ME 04976, United States
  • Site:https://newbalance.com/stores
  • Phone:+1 207-858-6551
Categories
  • Sportswear store
  • Clothing store
  • Outlet store
  • Shoe store
  • Sporting goods store
Working hours
  • Monday:10AM–6PM
  • Tuesday:10AM–6PM
  • Wednesday:10AM–6PM
  • Thursday:7AM–6PM
  • Friday:10AM–6PM
  • Saturday:11AM–5PM
  • Sunday:10AM–6PM
Service options
  • In-store shopping:Yes
Health & safety
  • Mask required:Yes
  • Staff required to disinfect surfaces between visits:Yes
Accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible entrance:Yes
  • Wheelchair accessible parking lot:Yes
Planning
  • Quick visit:Yes
Payments
  • Checks:Yes
  • Debit cards:Yes
  • NFC mobile payments:Yes
  • Credit cards:Yes
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