Running Shoes Buying Guide

Great for rainy days, these New Balance road-running shoes are breathable enough to be your everyday trainers. Waterproof uppers keep your feet dry. Fresh Foam X midsoles give you a cushioned ride.
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View all New Balance Women's Road-Running Shoes| Best Use | Running |
|---|---|
| Running Shoe Support | Neutral |
| Running Shoe Cushioning | Moderate Cushion |
| Heel-to-Toe Drop (mm) | 6 |
| Heel Stack Height (mm) | 32 |
| Forefoot Stack Height (mm) | 26 |
| Footwear Height | Ankle |
| Footwear Closure | Lace-up |
| Waterproof | Yes |
| Upper | Synthetic/mesh |
| Midsole | Fresh Foam X with Bio EVA |
| Outsole | Hydrohesion rubber |
| Weight (Pair) | 1 lb. 1 oz. |
| Gender | Women's |
| Type of Waterproofing | GORE-TEX waterproof fabric |
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Got these for a trip to Portugal and Spain, expected lots of walking and rain, since they were expecting severe rain storms for a couple weeks. The 880 Gortex was perfect. Kept my feet warm and dry, so we could still go out and explore in the pouring rain. I have narrow feet, but I got size 8-1/2 in wide, since I use an orthotic insert. It felt too spacious at first, but I liked the extra room since my feet swell with lots of walking and room for my toes to spread out. On a previous trip I used another brand of water proof shoes and although they kept my feet dry, I had severe foot pain when I returned home. This time I had no issues with the NB 880 Goretex.
Bought these Goretex running trainers so I don't get wet feet when running to work and having to wear soggy socks all day. However, on my second run in them, when the rain was heavier, I ended up with wet socks. Admittedly they are more waterproof than my normal Fresh Fiam trainers but the Goretex ones are more showeproof than waterproof. If you accidentally step in a puddle, you’ll definitely have wet feet
Bought to walk the Camino de Santiago. The shoes fit well and accomodated my toe socks. No blisters for the 115 km walk. However the color is easily dirtied as this trail is dirt, asphalt, gravel. I couldn't wear the shoes around town after the walk was completed as they look pretty spotted. Also wish someone could make a waterproof shoe that wasn't hot.
These are great for people with flat feet but wants something with a bit of bounce but not too much. It’s stable and doesn’t make my back and ankles hurt at the end of the day. It’s also goretex so it’s great when you work in healthcare like me. I can wipe off stuff easily. As long as it’s clear liquid if it’s colored I suggest use a soft brush and water asap.
I was excited to receive these and feel the cushioning is great as well as the water resistance but unfortunately I feel the pair I received are faulty as the left shoe seems to tilt inwards and has caused me ankle and hip pain. This is unusual as I’ve owned 5 pairs of 880s previously and haven’t had this issue. Quite frustrating when spending so much.
Super comfortable, good color but they did get dirty my first time wearing them for a walk around the neighborhood. I would have thought the goretex material would have stayed clean longer. Probably would have just gotten a regular one so I could choose a color if I knew they’d get just as dirty. Overall much comfier than my ON running cloudmonsters
This is my 3rd pair of 880s over several years, but this time I also ordered them in goretex for extra water protection. They are the right wide fit for my feet, and have been instantly comfortable from the first moment I put them on my feet. No wearing in period - just incredible to wear right from the start
Really nice trainers. Due to issues with my feet I ordered a wide fit however they were too wide and slipping off my feet so I ordered the regular which fit much better. I tried all different trainers and brands and this is the only one I like and I needed waterproof which seem hard and narrow but these trainers don’t.
I'm fairly new to running and bought this as a winter runner. It's very comfortable to run in and keeps my feet dry from slush and snow. I haven't slipped so far after a month of winter runs. The only possible issue is that your feet might get too warm sometimes and sweat might accumulate inside the shoe.
I ordered the 880 goretex. I already have some comfortable 880s, however the goretex were very hard both under foot and on top. Around the ankle dug into my feet as did the side of the tongue where it joined the shoe. Not comfortable at all.