Running Shoes Buying Guide

Make the miles melt away with these New Balance road-running shoes. They have all-new cushioning that is designed to give you more cushion and better energy return.




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View all New Balance Men's Road-Running Shoes| Best Use | Running |
|---|---|
| Running Shoe Support | Neutral |
| Running Shoe Cushioning | Maximum Cushion |
| Heel-to-Toe Drop (mm) | 6 |
| Heel Stack Height (mm) | 40 |
| Forefoot Stack Height (mm) | 34 |
| Footwear Height | Ankle |
| Footwear Closure | Lace-up |
| Upper | Mesh/synthetic |
| Midsole | Infinion: EVA/TPEE blend |
| Outsole | Rubber |
| Weight (Pair) | 1 lb. 2.4 oz. |
| Gender | 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 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
Measurements are stated in inches.
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I ordered a 1080 v15 in 14 4e to replace my 1080 v14 in 14 4e ... I have a race this weekend. They came in and feel fun... But they felt tight. I compared the soles to my v14s and sure enough. The v14s are 5.5" wide and the v15 are 4.9" wide. For some reason NB decided to make the extra wide shoes 0.6" narrower. Maybe they hate they bigger athletes?
Demo’ed size 13s on the second half of the Boston Marathon course from Wellesley to Marathon Sports in 24 degree sloppy snow- zero problems, very light but protective and springy/responsive! Really liked them. Have never run in NB before. Like that there’s no plate in them.
The all black 1080v15 feel comfortable and felt no pain around my feet and knees
Light and excellent sneakers. Love them. Beautiful colors.
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] A daily running shoe is such an important part of a runner’s inventory because such a high percentage of mileage needs to be done easily. The minute I tried on the New Balance 1080v15, I knew I had found my new base shoes. Comfortable and well-padded, I also found it to be remarkably lightweight for a daily trainer. Very pleased to have found this one!
The midsole absorbs impact cleanly and consistently, reducing load through the knees with every step. The ride stays soft without turning vague. Cushioning compresses, then settles, creating a smooth, even transition from heel to toe. The platform feels stable without rigidity, guiding the foot just enough to maintain alignment. There is no aggressive correction, no awkward stiffness. Movement feels calm, predictable, and easy to trust. This is a functional shoe in the purest sense. It trades visual appeal for joint protection, soft landings, and reliable control. If your body matters more than your outfit, this is a compromise worth making.
I bought this in January, and after few runs with it my archilles are killing me. The Foam is not as best as they advertised it. I still find comfort on my 1080v14.
What a pair of shoes!!! My first pair of 1080’s and I have to say… WHAT A DELIGHT! Feels like I’m stepping on a comfort pillow. Light, airy, reliably ready for long easy, cushioned runs!
I have over 15 pairs of this shoe and V 14 is much better, the base on this new one is more narrow and I wear the wide version. This one does not feel as stable to me.
AMAZIN shoe, lightweight, comfortable, good to run