The last three versions of the 1080 have been my preferred New Balance daily trainer and have been honorable mentions in our Best in Gear awards. THOMAS: I can’t move forward in this New Balance Fresh Foam 1080v12 review without covering my personal history with the series. Stretch knit toe is a great improvement over last version.“They wouldn’t be my top choice for a super fast speed workout since there are so many speed choices out there, but they can definitely handle faster paces and feel good doing it,” Kate says. While the 880v12 is not (and has never been) designed to elicit faster speeds and PR attempts, it’s responsive enough to pick up the pace if needed. The shoe felt so comfortable on my run that it almost felt like I wasn’t wearing anything, in a good way,” Caroline says. Soft and cushioned yet still flexible enough to move comfortably with my foot. “The shoe is just what my feet have been waiting for. Reviewers appreciated the extra cushion that transforms the shoe from a moderately comfortable trainer to a luxuriously soft and smooth shoe capable of handling a variety of paces and distances. If you liked the 880 in the past, I think you’ll like the update, too.” “It will serve you well for long miles and easy recovery days. It’s a classic, dependable do-it-all trainer,” Kate says. “The 880 has been an old faithful friend to me over the past six years or so.
The New Balance 880v12 offers the same reliable comfort as its predecessors, but with an extra touch of cushion and softness thanks to a dual layer midsole. What's a midsole? Learn about the parts that make up a running shoe here.
I threw in some strides and noticed a really smooth transition when I picked up the pace,” Kate says.Ī blown rubber outsole provides reliable traction as well as protection from the pavement, making the shoe just as durable as it is comfortable. The 880 felt nicely cushioned and pretty flexible. “My first run in the 880 was an eight miler on a day when I was feeling a bit tired.
The New Balance 880v12 felt more responsive and flexible than its predecessor, thanks to increased cushioning and flex grooves in the forefoot. Shifting to faster workouts and intervals, the shoe feels a touch peppier under the mid foot,” Nate says.
For a more relaxed run and a little more heel contact, I could just roll along feeling good cushiony vibes. Increased cushioning helps to reduce impact on your joints while providing an overall comfier feel. Not only is the midsole cushioning softer in the latest version of the 880, but there's more of it. You may have experienced Fresh Foam X in the 860v12. The dual layer midsole is packed with Fresh Foam X, which adds soft cushioning while reducing weight. “The shoe felt really nice as soon as I tried them on, and I could feel the extra soft, bouncy pod of foam right beneath my heel as I was walking around,” Caroline says. Reviewers noticed the difference right away. But this latest version is softer than before, resulting in a plush, pillowy step-in feel. The New Balance 880v12 utilizes a Fresh Foam compound in the midsole, similar to what was used in the 880v11.
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