New Balance Lightweight Running Shoes Reviews

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Weight
8.5 oz.
Drop
6 mm.
Category
Lightweight
“The Zante Pursuit perfectly balances weight, cushion and comfort. It is an absolute must have for fans of lightweight cushioned shoes.” Read expert review
Sean Felty
Long Distance Runner, Neutral Shoe Expert
Weight
7.20 oz.
Drop
8 mm.
Category
Cushioning
“The fourth version of the New Balance Fuelcore Coast features a low-profile, lightweight design that makes it an ideal entry-level trainer for daily use.  This budget-friendly, stylish shoe...” Read expert review
Taylor Gupton
Cross-country and track coach
Weight
8.10 oz.
Drop
6 mm.
Category
Lightweight
“The New Balance FuelCell Impulse is designed for speed. Ideal for forefoot strikers it is a great option for race day, road tempo runs, and track workouts.” Read expert review
Andrew Leibowitz
Running Expert
Weight
7.50 oz.
Drop
6 mm.
Category
Cushioning
“The New Balance Fresh Foam Beacon is a lightweight daily trainer that is softer than other Fresh Foam shoe options. It can be a versatile shoe and is one of the best New Balance releases in years.” Read expert review
Andrew Leibowitz
Running Expert
Weight
9 oz.
Drop
6 mm.
Category
Cushioning
“The 890 returns with a list of improvements from its predecessors. The shoe has a lot of the same attributes that made it a solid daily performance shoe but is definitely more attractive than ever.” Read expert review
Jim Coulson
Fast Road and Trail Runner. Career Firefighter.
Weight
8.80 oz.
Drop
6 mm.
Category
Lightweight
“The New Balance 1500v4 is what you'll be wearing race day to chase that next PR. It is the perfect execution of a racing shoe with a dash of stability.” Read expert review
Jon Ober
Serial Marathoner and Stability Running Shoe Expert
Weight
8.50 oz.
Drop
6 mm.
Category
Cushioning
“The New Balance Fresh Foam Zante v4 is a lightweight neutral trainer that strikes a balance between being a soft cushioned ride and a fast snappy responsive feeling.  It is such a versatile...” Read expert review
Andrew Leibowitz
Running Expert
Weight
8.4 oz.
Drop
6 mm.
Category
Cushioning
“The New Balance FuelCore Sonic has all the makings of a solid trainer for logging big miles, a firm responsive midsole, beefy outsole, and durable upper with a great fit.  The Boa lacing...” Read expert review
Lionello Bardina
Running Expert
Weight
8.6 oz.
Drop
10 mm.
Category
Lightweight
“The New Balance Vazee Summit Trail v2 is a soft, sleek and fast trail shoe that allows the runner to confidently run as quickly as the terrain will allow.  The Vazees’ combination of speed...” Read expert review
Henry Howard
Ultra runner and certified running coach.
Weight
10 oz.
Drop
8 mm.
Category
Lightweight
“The New Balance Vazee Prism v2 is another home run from New Balance’s Vazee line. It is equal parts fast and supportive.” Read expert review
Jon Ober
Serial Marathoner and Stability Running Shoe Expert