Brand introduction:
New Balance Since its founding in Boston, USA in 1906, it has been adhering to the spirit of manufacturing excellent products and has continued to make progress in technological materials, product appearance and comfort. New Balance, together with SAUCONY ( Saucony ), Brooks ( Brooks ), Asics ( ASICS ), are also known as the four major jogging shoes. In some European and American countries, New Balance is affectionately called the President's jogging shoes. In China New Balance gives everyone the first impression of popular jogging shoes. In fact, New Balance still plays a decisive role in the field of professional running.
Brand Technology:
Fresh Foam:
New Balance's Fresh Foam midsole material is composed of honeycomb-like foam. The excellent composition ensures the cushioning performance of New Balance running shoes. According to different needs, different densities and different structures of Fresh Foam show different performances. New Balance Fresh Foam Vongo V5 is a pair of shoes that relieves the need for pronation of the foot by thickening the density and hardness of Fresh Foam foam on the inside of the foot.
Fuel Cell:
FuelCell is the midsole with the best energy feedback in the New Balance sports running shoe family. Excellent energy feedback and light and soft foot feel are its most prominent features. The TPU material injected with nitrogen provides obvious rebound force, optimizing the cushioning performance and feedback force of the running shoes. The faster feedback of gives running shoes equipped with Fuel Cell midsoles the genes of competitive training.
Revlite:
New Balance's lightweight outsole material is used on thin-soled racing running shoes such as New Balance's 1500 and HANZO. Guaranteed to be lightweight while providing sufficient cushioning support.
Hyposkin upper:
Hyposkin upper uses laser processing and drilling techniques. Laser punching with different densities makes the upper more elastic, lighter and more wrapped.
Racing running shoes:
New Balance FuelCell RC Elite V2:
New Balance FuelCell RC Elite V2 is New Balance’s top thick-soled carbon plate running shoe. New Balance FuelCell RC Elite V2 uses a knitted upper with 3D printing design to ensure wrapping and increase breathability. The midsole is a full-length carbon plate with fuelcell technology. Fuelcell provides cushioning performance and the carbon plate provides rigidity. This time the New Balance FuelCell RC Elite V2 is different from the previous generation in that it uses a large area of integrated outsole rubber to ensure durability. The net weight of running shoes in size 42 is 214. New Balance FuelCell RC Elite V2 is subject to the limitations of the FuelCell material. It has a softer than elastic feeling. When the pace reaches a certain level, it will feel a little softer. It is a pair of carbon plate running shoes with a low entry barrier. Secondary market 1699.
New Balance 1500V6:
New Balance 1500V6 is New Balance's top thin-soled racing shoe. The thin upper and stable performance have made the 1500 highly praised. The 1500 uses fantomfit seamless upper, which ensures sufficient wrapping. The upper is very durable. I usually brush it with a hard-bristled brush. The outsole uses a configuration of REVL ITE lightweight midsole + TBEAM support sheet, which ensures lightweight while ensuring stable performance. I have always liked to use thin-soled running shoes to run distances within half a marathon. 1500, Bo 9, and Tiger Walk are my favorite running shoes. There are no fancy data, and the stable performance guarantees your racing needs. Secondary market 799.
New Balance 1400V6:
Compared with 1500, New Balance 1400V6 is more direct, and the simpler and clearer design gives people a very light feeling. The seamless integrated upper is simple and clear, providing good wrapping and breathability.Revlite midsole material and partially exposed midfoot plastic support. The 1400 midsole material is softer and better cushioning than the same level of Tiger Walk and Wave 9. It is also more friendly to those entry-level runners. I really recommend that you wear thin-soled running shoes during training, which can help you enhance your core strength and correct your running posture. Very cost-effective, 600-800.
New Balance FuelCell 5280:
What do you need for a pair of running shoes that are just for running a mile? Sufficient grip, the nail-shaped forefoot outsole ensures the ultimate grip. There is no need for a backfoot to run a mile, so only the outsole is set on the forefoot. Enough wrapping, the integrated sock design allows every piece of fabric on the upper to stick to your steps. Sufficiently lightweight, in order to ensure lightweight, there is no extra part in this pair of shoes except the upper and not thick sole. 1 miles = 5280 feet, so it is named 5280. This pair of 5280 has not considered any issues except performance. The pure violent aesthetics of and require a certain threshold to get started. How to buy depends more on your ability.
Competition training running shoes:
New Balance FuelCell TC:
They are both carbon plate running shoes. Compared with RC Elite, New Balance FuelCell TC is more training-oriented. The New Balance FuelCell TC upper features a single-layer engineered mesh upper. The midsole uses a full-length carbon plate + FuelCell solution, and the midsole feels soft and elastic. The forefoot of the outsole is covered with a large area of wear-resistant rubber , and the backfoot is covered with two small pieces of wear-resistant rubber. From the rubber covering scheme, it is not difficult to see that this pair of shoes is more forefoot running. The actual measured size of is 42, and a single shoe weighs 255 grams. New Balance FuelCell TC is more like a pair of entry-level thick-soled long-distance carbon plate running shoes, and its soft and elastic foot feel is also quite friendly to entry-level runners. Secondary market 899.
New Balance Fresh Foam Tempo:
New Balance Fresh Foam Tempo is a pair of lightweight training shoes. The front of the shoe is made of a large area of double-layer mesh. There is a reinforcement patch for the toe area in the upper (NB's patch is a bit fond of opening glue). The body of the shoe is made of a large amount of knitted fabric, and the heel Hong Kong Bao improves stability. The combination of Fresh Foam midsole and wear-resistant outsole is directly effective. New Balance Fresh Foam Tempo is a pair of running shoes without much technology, but the performance of the whole pair is very good and the price-performance ratio is very high. It is a pair of versatile running shoes. Price 600-800.
New Balance Hanzo:
New Balance's Hanzo includes three series: S, R, and T, which correspond to Speed, Racing, and Training respectively. is different from the semi-field positioning of 1500 and 1400. New Balance Hanzo is born for marathon. But with the advent of the thick-soled era, New Balance Hanzo is faced with the situation of having to be reduced to a training shoe. The configurations of the three series of running shoes are slightly different, but they are all lightweight, stable, and very cost-effective. 200+ colors in code 42.
New Balance Fresh Foam 880V11 880V11:
From the sales volume of 880, it is not difficult to see that the performance of the New Balance Fresh Foam 880 series of running shoes is very highly recognized by the public. The jacquard mesh upper is very comfortable, and its breathability and wrapping properties are quite satisfactory. The midsole is composed of Fresh Foam and eva foam. Foam of different densities is used in different parts of the sole to increase the stability of the sole. The wear-resistant rubber outsole extends the life of the shoe. 880 will neither surprise nor disappoint you. The secondary market price is 1,447 after discount.
Cushioning running shoes:
(New Balance has many series of cushioning running shoes, here are only five series that I like more as recommendations)
New Balance 1080V11:
New Balance 1080V11 is one of New Balance's best-selling running shoes, and it is a very balanced pair of snake oil running shoes. The upper uses HYPOKNIT dynamic weaving technology . The foot feels very much like the wrapping feeling of sock running shoes. There is a very stable Hong Kong treasure design on the heel. The sole uses Fresh Foam X midsole technology with different density geometric structures to ensure cushioning and stability.In fact, the foot experience is not as soft as expected, which ensures a stable foot feel during medium and long-distance jogging training. The upper is very elastic, making it a very good pair of snake oil running shoes. The secondary market ranges from 400-1600.
New Balance FuelCell Propel:
New Balance FuelCell Propel is New Balance's long-distance comprehensive training shoe, which is equivalent to New Balance's Pegasus series. textile upper features a mesh upper and seamless overlays for breathability. The full-length FuelCell midsole provides high rebound, and the stability of this FuelCell is also very good, and there will be no feeling of leakage over long distances. Almost full coverage of wear-resistant rubber ensures longevity. In recent generations of Pegasus, this pair of New Balance FuelCell Propel V3 is also a good choice. The secondary market price starts at 400+.
New Balance FuelCell Rebel V2:
New Balance FuelCell Rebel V2 should be positioned as a long-distance jogging training shoe. The upper of the running shoe is made of engineering mesh, and the shoe body is a sock-type design. Compared with the first generation , the tongue and body of the New Balance FuelCell Rebel V2 are separated. The midsole is equipped with a FuelCell midsole to ensure cushioning, which is soft but very elastic. The forefoot is 24mm, the backfoot is 30mm, and the slope difference is 6mm. Lightweight solid rubber and Ndurance rubber are placed in high-wear areas to increase stability and wear resistance. The built-in TPU in the heel of shoes improves the overall stability of the shoes. In terms of weight of , Rebel V2 US size 9 is around 204 grams. This pair of New Balance FuelCell Rebel V2 has reached the level of top competitive training shoes in terms of weight and packaging. The soles are soft and elastic, and there will be no excessive exhaustion during long-distance jogging. I don’t want to call this pair of shoes jogging shoes , because these shoes are very capable for long-distance LSD or interval running and training. Price starts from 400+.
New Balance fresh foam beacon v3:
New Balance fresh foam beacon v3 is a pair of lightweight cushioning running shoes that I can’t get enough of. The upper is made of breathable textile material, which has good wrapping and breathability. The midsole uses fresh foam midsole material to ensure cushioning performance. In order to ensure the weight of the shoe, rubber particle outsoles are used on the forefoot and backfoot. In his early 200s, his weight is still well controlled. The price of more than 1,000 yuan has indeed dissuaded many running enthusiasts.
New Balance Fresh Foam Zante Pursuit:
New Balance Fresh Foam Zante Pursuit is a lightweight cushioning running shoe from New Balance. It can also be called a lightweight cushioning speed training shoe. uses Hyposkin upper, which ensures good wrapping and breathability, making the upper and instep fit better. The midsole is made of Fresh Foam material, which has excellent cushioning among lightweight running shoes. In fact, the rebound effect of the sole of the foot is somewhat different from that of fuelcell. The greater the force of on Zante, the more obvious the feedback. The outsole uses MELON RUBBER crystal rubber outsole. I actually like the foot experience of this pair of zante. The feedback is direct and clear, not hard or leaky. It can be used for daily speed training, and it is no problem for advanced runners to use it for training. The secondary market price is 200+.
Support running shoes:
New Balance 860 v11:
New Balance 860 v11 is positioned as a cushioning running shoe. The upper is designed with engineering double jacquard mesh, which has good breathability and wrapping properties. The midsole uses multi-density Fresh Foam midsole cushioning technology to achieve the support effect of the sole, but the foot feels slightly hard. Wear-resistant rubber outsole ensures durability. The shoe weighs about 300g. New Balance 860 series has always been the favorite of fashionable wear, ensuring daily commuting wear while also allowing for lightweight exercise. Official website 899.
New Balance Fresh Foam Vongo V5:
New Balance Fresh Foam Vongo V5 is a New Balance cushioning running shoe.The upper is made of full fabric and has a thickened collar design, making it suitable for spring and autumn wear. The sole is made of one piece of Fresh Foam. Unlike other supportive running shoes that use multi-density midsole materials to prevent pronation, the New Balance Fresh Foam Vongo V5 uses foam on the inside of the midfoot to prevent pronation. The outsole is made of wear-resistant rubber to ensure durability. Taobao official flagship store 1099.
New Balance FuelCell Prism:
My positioning of New Balance FuelCell Prism is a supportive speed training shoe within 10km. The upper is made of engineered mesh, which has good breathability and good wrapping, especially the forefoot. My feet are on the thin side. Nowadays, domestic running shoes like mono yarn materials, so I haven’t worn a running shoe with such good forefoot wrapping for a long time. The sole uses FuelCell materials of different densities to achieve support and stability. The forefoot foam is relatively hard, which is suitable for forefoot runners for speed training. The backfoot has a good rebound effect. The standard size is around 200g. This is a pair of running shoes that I can’t find fault with at this price point. The secondary market is 400+. (The last pair is always the best) #What running shoes are recommended# #How to choose running shoes# #If you love running, you must keep running#