New Balance Fresh Foam X 860 v14 Review
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New Balance Fresh Foam X 860 v14
Men's
Stability Running
Shoes
Women's
Features
The New Balance Fresh Foam X 860v14 takes your reliable stability trainer and makes it even better.
New underfoot technology in the latest 860 delivers a supremely cushioned yet highly stable ride. Built on a wider platform with elevated sidewalls, the midsole creates a guidance frame that eases you through your stride. Then, New Balance flipped the script by using a softer, more responsive Fresh Foam X compound on top where your foot makes contact, combined with a denser foam below for support and durability.
The result is a stable, soft and responsive underfoot experience that absorbs impact and energizes your every step.
Details:
- Upper: The engineered mesh upper provides all-day comfort with a secure, breathable fit. New Balance also partnered with Repreve to incorporate recycled bottle content, making the 860v14 equal parts performance and sustainability.
- Midsole: The top layer of the midsole uses New Balance’s cushy and energetic Fresh Foam X material. Underneath sits New Balance’s brand-new EVA Film Stability technology which includes a wider landing platform throughout, elevated sidewalls around the foot that encourage forward motion and a flared heel that eases you through your stride.
- Outsole: The integrated outsole design promotes forefoot stiffness for confident toe-offs.
Tech Specs
New Balance Fresh Foam X 860 v14
| Drop |
8 mm
|
|---|---|
| Weight |
10.9 oz (M), 8.6 oz (W)
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| Stack Height (heel/forefoot) |
29 mm/21 mm
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| Use |
Everyday training
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| Ride | 3/5 on the Firm to Plush Scale |
| Cushioning | 3/5 on the Minimum to Maximum Scale |
| Energy | 3/5 on the Relaxed to Propulsive Scale |
| Category | stability |
What’s New
New Balance totally reimagined the Fresh Foam X 860 for its 14th iteration. The midsole comes upgraded with an evolved Fresh Foam X material and an extra 2-4 mm of stack height compared to the previous version. However, the biggest change comes from their brand-new EVA Film Stability technology that frames a wider, more dense midsole material underneath to give you a stable and reliable platform to run on. According to New Balance, the 860v14 also has greater displacement (cushioning) and increased energy return compared to the v13.
Who It’s Best For
For those who have come to rely on the 860 for mild-to-moderate overpronation, the latest version lives up to its reputation as a reliable stability trainer for daily runs and workouts that doesn't compromise on step-in comfort.
Why You’ll Love It
You’ll love the upgraded midsole of the 860 v14 that gently guides your foot through its stride and gives you a pillowy soft ride.
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Reviews
Star Rating is 5 / 5
Based on 6 Verified Reviews
Star Rating is 5 / 5
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A little tight at first, but did expand out.
Star Rating is 5 / 5
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Very supportive. Good fit. Light weight. Nicely designed. My size wasn’t available in the store so I ordered them online from Fleet Feet. They had my size in stock and shipping was very fast. My whole experience with Fleet Feet was very satisfying, from the salesperson in the store to ordering the shoes online. Happy with the purchase and very pleased with the process.
Star Rating is 5 / 5
New Balance 860
Extremely comfortable. Great to walk in
Star Rating is 5 / 5
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The shoes are very comfortable. My second pair. Sydney was extremely helpful, and knowledgeable.
Star Rating is 5 / 5
new balance 860 orange
love the new balance 860 running shoes. needed a good stability shoe. the Hoka and Altra shoes I considered but the feel and look of the 860s won out. have worn everyday since I got them. Definitely the shoe for me.
Star Rating is 5 / 5
Comfortable shoes for all day use
I have been using the NB X860 for quite a while and am happy with the latest edition. I got the blue colour recently and it looks good. The shoes remain comfortable and I use them for all day purpose.
