New Balance Fresh Foam Ellipse v1

New Balance Fresh Foam Ellipse v1 review: what runners say

Fit

Generally true to size; toe box is roomy in volume, with some disagreement among testers on forefoot width. Narrow or medium foot: no issues. Wide or high-volume foot: consider going up a half size.

Feel

Soft cushioning but low responsiveness: the foam compresses without returning energy. Heel-to-toe transition is flat and old-school; going faster demands extra effort from the runner.

Durability

Rubber outsole with good coverage, minimal wear at 30–50 km in testing. The soft midsole is considered the long-term weak point: longevity expected to fall short of the 880v15.

Best for

Runner who prioritizes comfort over pace on easy days and recovery runs, at most two or three sessions per week. Hybrid run-casual shoe for those not looking for foam response.

Weak points

Dated foam, poor energy return. Upper is not very breathable and in some cases too bulky around the heel, with excess padding that can push the foot forward.

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