Imported Rubber sole Fresh Foam X midsole foam with approximately 3% bio-based content delivers our most cushioned Fresh Foam experience for incredible comfort. Bio-based content is made from renewable resources to help reduce our carbon footprint. Upper features no-sew construction for a sleek fit and feel. Structured and breathable air mesh upper. Dual density midsole uses two different foams for the ideal combination of comfort and performance. Medial post helps control pronation. Getting your miles in on a daily basis takes dedication, and it places a lot of demands on both runner and running shoe. New Balance’s 860 is built to provide the stability-minded every day runner with a shoe for the long haul. The latest entry in the series, the Fresh Foam X 860v13, augments the pinnacle cushioning experience of Fresh Foam X with a supportive medial post to provide essential stability. Offering reliable, sustained comfort over all distances, the 860 is a true, go-to running shoe.
Imported Rubber sole Fresh Foam X midsole foam with approximately 3% bio-based content delivers our most cushioned Fresh Foam experience for incredible comfort. Bio-based content is made from renewable resources to help reduce our carbon footprint. Upper features no-sew construction for a sleek fit and feel. Structured and breathable air mesh upper. Dual density midsole uses two different foams for the ideal combination of comfort and performance. Medial post helps control pronation. Getting your miles in on a daily basis takes dedication, and it places a lot of demands on both runner and running shoe. New Balance’s 860 is built to provide the stability-minded every day runner with a shoe for the long haul. The latest entry in the series, the Fresh Foam X 860v13, augments the pinnacle cushioning experience of Fresh Foam X with a supportive medial post to provide essential stability. Offering reliable, sustained comfort over all distances, the 860 is a true, go-to running shoe.
Imported Rubber sole Fresh Foam X midsole foam with approximately 3% bio-based content delivers our most cushioned Fresh Foam experience for incredible comfort. Bio-based content is made from renewable resources to help reduce our carbon footprint. Upper features no-sew construction for a sleek fit and feel. Structured and breathable air mesh upper. Dual density midsole uses two different foams for the ideal combination of comfort and performance. Medial post helps control pronation. Getting your miles in on a daily basis takes dedication, and it places a lot of demands on both runner and running shoe. New Balance’s 860 is built to provide the stability-minded every day runner with a shoe for the long haul. The latest entry in the series, the Fresh Foam X 860v13, augments the pinnacle cushioning experience of Fresh Foam X with a supportive medial post to provide essential stability. Offering reliable, sustained comfort over all distances, the 860 is a true, go-to running shoe.
Imported Rubber sole Fresh Foam X midsole foam with approximately 3% bio-based content delivers our most cushioned Fresh Foam experience for incredible comfort. Bio-based content is made from renewable resources to help reduce our carbon footprint. Upper features no-sew construction for a sleek fit and feel. Structured and breathable air mesh upper. Dual density midsole uses two different foams for the ideal combination of comfort and performance. Medial post helps control pronation. Getting your miles in on a daily basis takes dedication, and it places a lot of demands on both runner and running shoe. New Balance’s 860 is built to provide the stability-minded every day runner with a shoe for the long haul. The latest entry in the series, the Fresh Foam X 860v13, augments the pinnacle cushioning experience of Fresh Foam X with a supportive medial post to provide essential stability. Offering reliable, sustained comfort over all distances, the 860 is a true, go-to running shoe.
Last updated at 11/05/2024 11:31:13
originally posted on rebelsport.com.au
If you’re reading this review then you’re already thinking about these great looking ergonomic designed sports joggers, I brought them today from Southland and had the pleasure of meeting Spencer.This Sales guy who had more information about running and athletics than most.I explained my difficulties with a foot injury and my oh my,I went in to the store looking for a particular brand and Walked out with 2 Great pairs ofNEW BALANCE 860’sThanks to Spencer I couldn’t have brought a more Comfortable firm fitting excellent pair of running / jogging shoes….
originally posted on REI
I gave it 100 miles but I'm struggling to find a use for this shoe. It's both one of the firmest and least springy running shoes I can remember. The firmness stops me from wanting to use it on any easy or long runs. But it could still work for fast or short runs right? The lack of spring feels like it goes beyond lacking energy return. My feet feel stuck to the ground. Because of that I wouldn't consider it for a fast or short run. With that I wouldn't recommend this shoe for long or short runs, or for slow or fast runs. And that's the problem. I liked the width of its toe box and the drop felt comfortable.
originally posted on northernrunner.com
It’s very difficult to find a genuine 4E width running shoe; many brands are just a 2E sole with a bit more upper, or are still narrow (eg Hoka). These NB x869s are really comfortable with enough width especially in the toe box and depth of upper to make runs up to HM very comfy. There is cushioning and a bit of bounce and above all they feel quite narrow and light- against other makes extra width shoes which look and feel like amphibious landing craft on my feet. Highly recommended if you’ve got flipper feet like me.
| Heel Stack | 35 mm |
| Forefoot Stack | 25 mm |
| Heel-Toe Offset | 10 mm |
If you’re reading this review then you’re already thinking about these great looking ergonomic designed sports joggers, I brought them today from Southland and had the pleasure of meeting Spencer.This Sales guy who had more information about running and athletics than most.I explained my difficulties with a foot injury and my oh my,I went in to the store looking for a particular brand and Walked out with 2 Great pairs ofNEW BALANCE 860’sThanks to Spencer I couldn’t have brought a more Comfortable firm fitting excellent pair of running / jogging shoes….
I gave it 100 miles but I'm struggling to find a use for this shoe. It's both one of the firmest and least springy running shoes I can remember. The firmness stops me from wanting to use it on any easy or long runs. But it could still work for fast or short runs right? The lack of spring feels like it goes beyond lacking energy return. My feet feel stuck to the ground. Because of that I wouldn't consider it for a fast or short run. With that I wouldn't recommend this shoe for long or short runs, or for slow or fast runs. And that's the problem. I liked the width of its toe box and the drop felt comfortable.
It’s very difficult to find a genuine 4E width running shoe; many brands are just a 2E sole with a bit more upper, or are still narrow (eg Hoka). These NB x869s are really comfortable with enough width especially in the toe box and depth of upper to make runs up to HM very comfy. There is cushioning and a bit of bounce and above all they feel quite narrow and light- against other makes extra width shoes which look and feel like amphibious landing craft on my feet. Highly recommended if you’ve got flipper feet like me.
I'm on my 14th pair of 860s. I put around 400 miles on them, commonly 80+ mpw, 3500+ mpy. While the V13 sole is noticeably better, this new rubber tag integrated into the side of the upper tongue is really painful on the top of my foot. I don't overly tighten my laces, but understand it could be due to the shape of my foot. I have to lace behind the tongue on the right side to force the hard tag away from my foot. For V14's, I hope that feature goes away. NB has been overall a great fit, but a year of dealing with this is going to be rough if I continue with the V13.
Dedicated, long time New Balance customer, but found most recent purchases disappointing with other recent 860 style Fresh Foam purchases having issues from heel spines which break apart inside the fabric, to layered sole separation. All after only a few short days or weeks of wear - and with my sneaker use solely for walking.However, FINALLY I am MOST SATISFIED with this recent purchase which is SOLID IN CONSTRUCTION, and a COMFORTABLE DREAM TO WEAR!!! They leave my feet feeling comfortably wrapped, and with a solid shock absorbing sole that mitigates my painful feet condition.New Balance made things right on my earlier disappointing purchase and kept me a loyal customer!!!
I've traditionally bought the 860's due to overpronation and the midsole has been pretty consistent for several generations (v9 to v12 at least). With the update in V13 a major change to lighter/less dense foam and less duel density under inside heel results in inadequate support resulting ankle and knee pain. Even wearing these as walking shoes (forget my long runs) results in sore knees. I think if the duel density was extend further under the heel they might still be lighter/softer than previous generation while still preventing overpronation.Cons - New foam is less supportive, less duel density under the heal, shoestrings are lower qualityPros - Lighter weight, softer cushion, attractive
I've used 860s exclusively for decades for their stability - to correct for pronation. The V13's different tread design with less area coverage by the denser tread material means that if my initial heel strike is lateral to the center line of the shoe the lateral side of the shoe then overly compresses leading to excess supination during the heel strike. For me this is a negative. This has never been an issue with previous versions, even the V12 which also used a Fresh Foam midsole, so I'm guessing the change in the area coverage of the denser tread may be the source of this issue. The fit of the shoe is as before and I like the simpler design of the uppers - no wavy stitching lines as on the V12. I hope NB would go back to full dense tread coverage of the sole so ... MoreI've used 860s exclusively for decades for their stability - to correct for pronation. The V13's different tread design with less area coverage by the denser tread material means that if my initial heel strike is lateral to the center line of the shoe the lateral side of the shoe then overly compresses leading to excess supination during the heel strike. For me this is a negative. This has never been an issue with previous versions, even the V12 which also used a Fresh Foam midsole, so I'm guessing the change in the area coverage of the denser tread may be the source of this issue. The fit of the shoe is as before and I like the simpler design of the uppers - no wavy stitching lines as on the V12. I hope NB would go back to full dense tread coverage of the sole so that the shoe would be stable in all directions as it has been before.
I've been running in 860s for a while. At 200 lbs and vulnerable to calf and achilles injuries, I need a firmer stability shoe . The fresh foam on the V13 has made the midsole too soft and the medial post puts my feet in an over supinated position when I run. Luckily I was able to still purchase the 860V12 which is a perfect blend of cushioning and stability with a medial post that matches well with the midsole. With the Vongo already being a soft, plush, high stack running shoe, NB no longer has a traditional firm stability shoe in it's line-up. Not sure what options are left for those of us that really do need a firmer supportive shoe after the V12s sell out.On the positive side, the 860 V13 still has a great fit with a roomy toe box. If you like the fit of the ... MoreI've been running in 860s for a while. At 200 lbs and vulnerable to calf and achilles injuries, I need a firmer stability shoe . The fresh foam on the V13 has made the midsole too soft and the medial post puts my feet in an over supinated position when I run. Luckily I was able to still purchase the 860V12 which is a perfect blend of cushioning and stability with a medial post that matches well with the midsole. With the Vongo already being a soft, plush, high stack running shoe, NB no longer has a traditional firm stability shoe in it's line-up. Not sure what options are left for those of us that really do need a firmer supportive shoe after the V12s sell out.On the positive side, the 860 V13 still has a great fit with a roomy toe box. If you like the fit of the V12 you wont be disappointed with that aspect of the shoe. Although if you liked the stability features of the 860 of old, you may be disappointed with this version.
I have to be honest, I'm very disappointed. As a huge fan of New Balance shoes, I wear them for work, running and casual.I bought the X 860 v13 for work, Black on black with a nice cushy sole and a good looking shoe in my opinion. However, after wearing them for only one shift, the toe cap failed with one large permanent crease. Due to its extremely thin construction, the cap overly flexes - while making popping noises with every toe bend, and ultimately creases into its current form. It's just not built robust enough. Now the crease rubs on the top of my toe and I'm just waiting for the next blister to appear. Had stronger toe cap been used, as seen in the Fresh Foam X 1080v12, this would have been a non-issue.This is always the challenge when shopping online, ... MoreI have to be honest, I'm very disappointed. As a huge fan of New Balance shoes, I wear them for work, running and casual.I bought the X 860 v13 for work, Black on black with a nice cushy sole and a good looking shoe in my opinion. However, after wearing them for only one shift, the toe cap failed with one large permanent crease. Due to its extremely thin construction, the cap overly flexes - while making popping noises with every toe bend, and ultimately creases into its current form. It's just not built robust enough. Now the crease rubs on the top of my toe and I'm just waiting for the next blister to appear. Had stronger toe cap been used, as seen in the Fresh Foam X 1080v12, this would have been a non-issue.This is always the challenge when shopping online, not being able to touch the product you're purchasing.I'm still a fan, but hope this doesn't happen with future shoes from you company.
I have the V12 and now the V13 these are the best shoes for my wide feet and bad knees. I can wear these at the gym for training and treadmill and easily transition to for walks in the neighborhood. My V12 had been a great shoe and these V13 are no different. They are super comfortable and the quality on these is fantastic. I with NB would make there shoes in a lifestyle shoe as i feel like the style on these are a bit too athletic for my taste but they are a great shoe overall. These have been true to size for me I'm a 10 wide and the fit is perfect. I got the black with the black sole and they better in person than online and I'm happy with the choice considering the other color ways they had.
| Heel Stack | 35 mm |
| Forefoot Stack | 25 mm |
| Heel-Toe Offset | 10 mm |
