In short:Despite being lighter than its predecessor, this is a more stable shoe with improved cushioning in the rearfoot. Weight (M): 363g Contact: www.newbalance.co.uk Full Review: The Abzorb foam unit in the rearfoot has been altered, with air
to New Balance as my long distance shoe theWag: REALLY COMFORTABLE, QUESTIONABLE LIFESPAN Strengths: Really comfortable Weaknesses: Really comfortable Overall: All in all, a comfortable shoe. Loads of cushioning, I normally change my shoes around the 400
In short:Stable shoe boasting a polyurethane "roll bar", Acteva foam midsole and breathable mesh upper Phillip Henwood: DEFINITELY PROMISING Strengths: I have two pairs and find them at least as good as the 854. The new upper vents much better
Pros: Cons: Weight (M): 321g Weight (W): 258g Contact: www.newbalance.co.uk Full Review: What’s new? One of New Balance’s oldest and trustiest shoes, virtually nothing has been changed here, except for improved Lightning Dry – a fast
, with softer cushioning but great responsiveness. The altered midsole has noticeably improved flexibility and reduced the 'slappy' feel of the 756. Try-on feel was also much better thanks to the new insole and reduced seams on the upper. Our wear-testers say
Pros: Cons: Weight (M): 273g Weight (W): 217g Contact: www.newbalance.co.uk Full Review: What's new? A feather of a racing shoe, New Balance has knocked 14g off the 904 to produce a ride that's lighter without losing cushioning. Asymmetrical lacing
): 277g Contact: www.newbalance.co.uk Full Review: What's new? A substantial overhaul for New Balance's flagship neutral running shoe. The biggest changes are a new shape for the upper and more cushioning gel in the midfoot. We say A light and responsive
Strengths: not good on long distances Weaknesses: not good on long distances Overall: would not buy New Balance again Michael Snow: GOOD ALL-ROUNDER Strengths: Good stability and likes to eat up the miles. Post race they feel just as comfortable. Weaknesses
In short:Minor update of the 900, with Abzorb SBS material and N-Lock lacing system Weight (M): 266g Contact: www.newbalance.co.uk Full Review: New Balance has been careful not to change too much with this update of the 900. It’s added a couple
– which might explain why our testers (experienced wearers of this line) felt it was much lighter even though the weight has barely changed. The improved fit, especially in the forefoot, was noticeable too. Our wear-testers say:"I always wear New Balance
