Nothing more than an even lighter mesh upper for this gem of a lightweight shoe for efficient runners. (A review of the previous version is below). At 290g, it strikes a super balance between cushioning and responsiveness. It’s quick, well
Weight 287gEvaluation This is a good season for New Balance shoes that appeal to lighter, faster runners. The 770 is a stability-enhanced version of the £50 730, which received high praise from our weartesters. Normal-weight runners used the 730
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, though its cushioning means its best on grass.Try it on if you liked Asics Gel DS Lyte (£70); Adidas Taper RC (£65); New Balance 730 (£50)
Weight 292gEvaluationThe 900 is a brand-new model from New Balance, rather than a subtle update of an old favourite. That's not to say it isn't without heritage; NB has a tradition of making great performance trainers such as the 730, 770 and 832
Weight 368gEvaluation Once known purely as a big-guy company, New Balance is now making more shoes for lighter and faster runners. Like its decent 730 and 830, the all-new 1040 is built for responsiveness, with a low-profile midsole and a very
training - or a racer for heavier runners - this shoe offers a reasonable start without breaking the bank. (Lighter runners could also consider the £50 New Balance 730, which is fun but more minimalist; runners with more to spend could try springier £60
recommend Keane, Barry White's 'You're my everything' and Maroon 5)A golden moment was in the changing tent at the start when someone broke the ice when they asked the male runner getting changed into a fancy dress costume portraying a women giving him a
've learnt to be more flexible. On a good note, I'm seeing Threshold Tuesdays in a new light. It's re-assuring to know I'm not alone during a hard session - I now envisage runners all over the UK diving into their schedules, feeling the pain, using
