New Balance Cushioning Running Shoes Reviews

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Weight
10.80 oz.
Drop
8 mm.
Category
Cushioning
“The Fresh Foam 1080 v7 is once again filled with potential. Unfortunately the Fresh Foam cushioning still felt to firm and the upper, although slightly improved from last years model, still caused...” Read expert review
Sean Felty
Long Distance Runner, Neutral Shoe Expert
Weight
8.60 oz.
Drop
6 mm.
Category
Cushioning
“The Zante v2 is a really good lightweight cushioned shoe that can be used as a multipurpose trainer and racer. To top that off, it comes in at a great price point.” Read expert review
Sean Felty
Long Distance Runner, Neutral Shoe Expert
Weight
9.40 oz.
Drop
6 mm.
Category
Cushioning
“The New Balance Vazee Pace v2 is a great no-frills, performance daily trainer. This model should be on the shortlist of options for a seasoned runner looking for a shoe that can handle major mileage...” Read expert review
Lionello Bardina
Running Expert
Weight
10.30 oz.
Drop
9 mm.
Category
Cushioning
“The Fresh Foam 1080 is filled with potential. Unfortunately the Fresh Foam cushioning still felt to firm and the upper caused rubbing issues on the inside of my foot.” Read expert review
Sean Felty
Long Distance Runner, Neutral Shoe Expert
Weight
oz.
Drop
mm.
Category
Cushioning
“The New Balance 490v2s is a budget shoe that delivers on everything that it promises. It’s a reliable neutral trainer with adequate cushioning and support, with a low price point.” Read expert review
Frank May
Fast Runner, Triathlete and Engineer
Weight
11 oz.
Drop
mm.
Category
Cushioning
“The New Balance 880v5 is a daily, high-mileage trainer that has ample cushioning for all kinds of runs.” Read expert review
Michael Mason-D'Croz
Long distance runner, shoe expert.
Weight
7.50 oz.
Drop
mm.
Category
Cushioning
“The New Balance Vazee Pace is a lightweight trainer that pushes you along on your run. There is enough cushioning to get the job done, but no more.” Read expert review
Michael Mason-D'Croz
Long distance runner, shoe expert.
Weight
10.5 oz (men's size 9) 9.2 oz (women's size 8) oz.
Drop
mm.
Category
Cushioning
“The New Balance Fresh Foam 980 Trail uses a new foam technology to produce excellent cushioning in a lightweight package. ” Read expert review
Thomas Caughlan
Ultrarunner and 10-Year Running Shoe Tester
Weight
9.5 oz.
Drop
mm.
Category
Cushioning
“The 880v4 is a lightweight cushioning shoe with a 12mm heel to toe drop. This shoe performs well on both pavement and trails while providing substantial cushioning in a neutral package.” Read expert review
Frank May
Fast Runner, Triathlete and Engineer
Weight
9.1 oz (men's size 9) 8.1 oz (women's size 8) oz.
Drop
mm.
Category
Cushioning
“The New Balance Fresh Foam 980 uses a new foam technology to produce excellent cushioning, protective enough for all types of running, in a lightweight package.” Read expert review
Thomas Caughlan
Ultrarunner and 10-Year Running Shoe Tester