Built for the runner seeking stability, our Fresh Foam 860v11 running shoe for men seamlessly blends engineered cushioning and classic NB support. Pair this with data-driven design, stability you can rely on and an engineered upper for a fit that feels like it was made just for you. Normal: A normal footprint would indicate that the arches are high and therefore offer the neural support a runner needs. Give it a try if you value a solid and supported feel underfoot, and be sure to go up a half size unless you have a super narrow foot.

The softer layer of Fresh Foam X on the top of a Fresh Foam midsole makes this so much better for a few reasons: 1) softer feel – but not necessarily plush, 2) much smoother ride, and because of those two things– 3) more responsive. Use this shoe for recovery and mid to long distance runs if you value a solid underfoot experience that has the “edge rubbed off” by a cover of Fresh Foam, but note that it is best suited for med-heavier runners. The engineered upper has a sleek and breathable design that promotes a more secure fit while inside the shoe the Ortholite® Premium insole offers arch support. Even though the 860v11 has really made some leaps and bounds over the past couple of iterations, it is still beefy for a road shoe. The 103 third parties who use cookies on this service do so for their purposes of displaying and measuring personalized ads, generating audience insights, and developing and improving products.A neutral shoe makes up roughly 80% of available running shoes and have the same level of cushioning in the heel and the forefoot making it suitable for a large section of runners. The Fresh Foam midsole replaces the TruFuse midsole found in the previous model, the New Balance 860v10.

This will concentrate the force of the impact toward the outside area of the forefoot leading to some runners that supinate experiencing foot pain or even stress fractures as a result. I felt the balls of my feet edging over the side of the soles and the toe part is too pointy as well. The ride feels like you’re driving down the road in an armored vehicle, securely strapped in and free to enjoy the scenery.Finance is provided by PayPal Credit (a trading name of PayPal UK Ltd, Whittaker House, Whittaker Avenue, Richmond-Upon-Thames, Surrey, United Kingdom, TW9 1EH). Last year’s model was a little clunky because of both the posting and the lackluster TrueFuse midsole.

Running long for over twenty years, Kristin has found peace and solidarity with like-minded 'soles,' cheetahs of all speeds and walks of life. The stability features help ensure that I can tackle daily miles without worrying about unnecessary shifting and the flared heel collar alleviates rubbing from frequent training. In side-by-side testing with the GT-2000 7, I notice the soft touch added from the centimeter of Fresh Foam atop a dual density foam in 860, with the firm bottom layer of the midsole providing similar stability and responsiveness to the ASICS.It minimizes heel slippage, serves as a pull tab to help you get your shoes on quickly and makes sure that you don’t experience any rubbing or hot spots on your Achilles. Be sure to look at the latest version of your current shoe as most popular styles tend to be slightly tweaked rather than completely redesigned when updated. This design ensures that the heel of the shoe wraps comfortably around the heel of your foot without having to employ a lot of extra material. If you’re a neutral runner (I mostly am), this is a great shoe for those days that you want a bit more stability or if you’re recovering from an ankle-related setback.

The 860’s upper shows advanced technology: thinner and simpler yet offering a similarly supported fit in the midfoot. Since my foot triangles out to be slightly wider at the ball of my foot, with toes that taper back in. Thanks to the Fresh Foam in the 11, the ride feels smoother and better-suited for daily training due to the addition of cushioning.Kristin holds a bachelor's degree in exercise science and an MA in theology; running is where her dual passions for truth and fitness merge. It’s commonly used to help athletes run more efficiently and to identify movement related problems for people with injuries who are seeking new running shoes. It extends higher than the previous model so I didn’t feel any of the heel counter digging into my Achilles. New Balance say: "Built for the runner seeking stability, our Fresh Foam 860v11 running shoe for women seamlessly blends engineered cushioning and classic NB support. Been running in these for about 4 months and the heel cup has completely split on the right shoe and has started to split on the left.