Trail-Running Shoes Buying Guide
Valyermo, California
New Balance Fresh Foam X Hierro v9 Trail-Running Shoes - Men's
$155.00
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Delivering comfort and traction for the trails, the men's New Balance Fresh Foam X Hierro v9 trail-running shoes are crafted to give you confidence wherever your next off-road adventure takes you.
Key Details
Trail-Running Shoe Type
Light-Trail
Heel-to-Toe Drop (mm)
4
Running Shoe Cushioning
Maximum Cushion
Rock Plate
No
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- Gusseted tongues offer a secure fit and help keep debris out
- Toe Protect technology helps protect feet from rocks, roots and debris
- Fresh Foam X midsole foam with approximately 3% bio-based content delivers the most cushioned Fresh Foam experience for incredible comfort
- Dual-density midsoles have a softer top layer for comfort with a firmer bottom later for stability on uneven terrain
- Vibram® Megagrip outsoles with Traction Lug™ technology and a revamped tread pattern provide superior grip in wet and dry terrain
- Weight (half pair): 10.3 oz.
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View all New Balance Men's Trail-Running Shoes| Best Use | Trail Running |
|---|---|
| Trail-Running Shoe Type | Light-Trail |
| Running Shoe Cushioning | Maximum Cushion |
| Heel-to-Toe Drop (mm) | 4 |
| Heel Stack Height (mm) | 42 |
| Forefoot Stack Height (mm) | 38 |
| Footwear Height | Ankle |
| Footwear Closure | Lace-up |
| Upper | Synthetic/mesh |
| Midsole | Fresh Foam X with bio-based EVA |
| Outsole | Vibram Megagrip |
| Rock Plate | No |
| Weight (Pair) | 1 lb. 4.6 oz. |
| Gender | Men's |
New Balance Footwear - Men's
| 6 | 6.5 | 7 | 7.5 | 8 | 8.5 | 9 | 9.5 | 10 | 10.5 | 11 | 11.5 | 12 | 12.5 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 15 Wide | |
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| U.S. Men's | 6 | 6.5 | 7 | 7.5 | 8 | 8.5 | 9 | 9.5 | 10 | 10.5 | 11 | 11.5 | 12 | 12.5 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 15 Wide |
| UK | 5.5 | 6 | 6.5 | 7 | 7.5 | 8 | 8.5 | 9 | 9.5 | 10 | 10.5 | 11 | 11.5 | 12 | 12.5 | 13.5 | 14.5 | 14.5 |
| EU | 38.5 | 39.5 | 40 | 40.5 | 41.5 | 42 | 42.5 | 43 | 44 | 45.5 | 45 | 45.5 | 46.5 | 47 | 47.5 | 49 | 50 | 50 |
| Foot Length (in.) | 9.4 | 9.6 | 9.8 | 10 | 10.2 | 10.4 | 10.6 | 10.8 | 11 | 11.2 | 11.4 | 11.6 | 11.8 | 12 | 12.2 | 12.6 | 13 | 13 |
Sizing Notes
Measurements are stated in inches.
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NbTrail
New York, NY
Comfortable, Stylish, Quality, Grippy
5 months ago
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] The New Balance Fresh Foam X Hierro v9 is impressively comfortable with plush cushioning that absorbs impact well. Its traction is exceptional, handling rocky trails and snow with ease. Surprisingly versatile, it feels stable yet soft underfoot, making it a solid choice for technical terrain while maintaining all-day comfort.
Yes , I recommend this product
Originally posted on New Balance US
HuyD
New York, NY
Super comfortable on the trails
5 months ago
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] The Hierro is great! Lots of cushioning and solid, firm traction. I was able to run easily on all kinds of terrain, technical trails with rocks and roots, and even on pavement. It's perfect for a hike or long run in the woods. I recently wore these to take photos at a race in rainy conditions. They kept me warm and comfy. The shoes also look amazing! The light blue color is nice and pairs well with jeans or running tights. I get lots of compliments and recommend these kicks highly!
Yes , I recommend this product
Originally posted on New Balance US
Running NYC
New York, NY
Cushion Comfort & Grippy
6 months ago
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] These new Hierro v9 are surprisingly cushiony and comfortable. The cushioning are similar to the 1080s road shoes. Although this is not typical of trail shoes, it’s a pleasant deviation from norm. The grip patterns on the soles are responsive and highly functional on dirt paths.
Yes , I recommend this product
Originally posted on New Balance US
Andrew Trails
London
Toes on fire 🔥 very painful toe cap
2 months ago
Arrived today and went for an eight mile trail run … my toes are on fire 🔥 … the hard toe case on the shoe feels like plastic and is very painful. Cushioning and fit was good but I can’t run in these again …
No, I do not recommend this product
Originally posted on New Balance EMEA
Response from New Balance EMEA
Customer Service
2 months ago
Thank you for your feedback on the Fresh Foam X Hierro v9 trail shoes. We're sorry to hear that the toe area caused you such discomfort, despite the good fit and cushioning. Please contact our customer service team so we can better understand your experience and help you find a model that suits your needs more comfortably.
Francheorellana
New Jersey
Light Iron
6 months ago
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Modern and lightweight shoe, but stable and very comfortable, with a good presentation image, very aesthetic, it feels safe to run with it due to its good plantar sole.
Yes , I recommend this product
Originally posted on New Balance US
Anonymous
Haiku Danny
2 months ago
These shoes contain my hiking experience. i <3 nb.
Yes , I recommend this product
Originally posted on New Balance US
Sonic
Dallas, TX
Comfortable, amazing grip, too much cushion
2 months ago
Good trail run shoes for more or less flat gravel trails that are not too technical. I worn them while running in the Franklin Mountains in El Paso. They have amazing grip and are comfortable and very cushioned. The only reason I am giving them four stars is because I feel they have too much cushion and it sometimes made trip while negotiating the mountain ridgeline. I felt a big separation between my foot and the ground which made lose a sense where my feet were standing. The grip was amazing while climing up and down, nevertheless.
Age:35–44
Weight:150–175 lbs.
Height:5'7"
Average Weekly Mileage:30+ miles
Running Experience:Experienced
Yes , I recommend this product
Roger-Road Runner
Chicagoland, IL
Shoes Perfect for Road, but Shoe string Too Long
4 months ago
I purchased Trail Running shoe for durability and longer lasting. This shoe is comfortable for road running and breathable. I tested walking in the house 5-8 hours before the road test. My feet did not sweat. My only issue is the shoe laces are 5 inches too long (54 inches instead of 48-49). I tripled tie my shoe laces and still too long. This make it difficult to take untie my shoes outside after my morning run. I ended up buy new shoe laces from another seller I match shoe laces lengthy with my 880v14 shoes, which are perfect.
Yes , I recommend this product
Originally posted on New Balance US
youngcm2
Salt Lake City, UT
Wildly impressed with these for hiking/backpacking
3 months ago
I’ve put probably 50+ miles on these over the past month, they most recent being a 2-night trip under pack weight, and these are by far the most comfortable shoes I have ever worn on the trail. My foot feels totally locked into the shoe, my ankle feels incredibly stable, the cushion is great, the vibram sole is incredibly grippy, and the whole shoe still looks brand new! I know New Balance isn’t usually top-of-mind in the trail runner discussion but if you are thinking about new shoes do yourself a favor and give these a try!
Age:25–34
Weight:125–150 lbs.
Height:5'7"
Average Weekly Mileage:11–30 miles
Typical Shoe Size:Mens 8
Yes , I recommend this product
nomisro
New York, NY
Great trail running sneakers
6 months ago
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I tested this out during an Asian Trail Mix event in NYC. We ran 5 miles around Central park in the cold with a mix of road pavement, dirt, ice, snow and wet mud. My feet stayed dry and warm during the run and my feet felt great afterwards when I was casually walking around the city. There was no slipping when running on the ice/snow surface so it has good grip. The colorway I got was also nice. It is a very comfortable shoe but runs a bit tight in the toebox so you might have to size up.
Yes , I recommend this product
Originally posted on New Balance US
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