New Balance Fresh Foam X 860 v15

New Balance Fresh Foam X 860 v15 review: what runners say

Fit

Runs wide, even in standard D width. The heel counter is rigid and lightly padded in the lower portion — a concern for those with heel sensitivity. True to size.

Feel

Maximal stack (43 mm heel, 8 mm drop) with dual-density foam: the softer top layer delivers more energy return than expected. Requires roughly 15 km of break-in to soften the heel bevel.

Durability

Endurance rubber outsole with solid coverage, engineered for 1,000–1,200 km on asphalt. The v15 outsole shows noticeably less wear than the v14 at equivalent mileage.

Best for

Daily trainer for runners seeking full-length stability and high cushioning. Suited to easy-to-moderate paces, half-marathon distances and beyond, runners with overpronation tendencies, and mid-to-higher body weight.

Weak points

Rear heel counter is rigid and insufficiently padded in the lower section — problematic for those with Haglund's deformity. High weight (354 g in US 10) is noticeable relative to competitors.

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