New Balance Fresh Foam X 880 v14 running shoes

The New Balance Fresh Foam X 880 v14 is a comfortable, versatile everyday running shoe. Lightweight and very flexible, it has a soft midsole. It can be lighter mainly because it doesn’t have as high a midsole as, say, its cousin within the brand, the Fresh Foam X 1080 v14 running shoe’s midsole. The Fresh Foam X 880 v14 has a wide upper, making it ideal for runners with a wide foot and a heavier build. It is not only suitable for running, but also for all-day wear, although its breathability is not outstanding.

New Balance Fresh Foam X 880 v14 upper

The upper of the New Balance Fresh Foam X 880 v14 running shoe is made of a stretchy mesh material that’s well cushioned for comfort. With an above-average cushioning upper and a comfortable mesh material that’s below-average breathable, the Fresh Foam X 880 v14 running shoe will keep your feet warm on summer days or at the gym. The tongue of the shoe is thick, hugs the foot comfortably and it’s gusseted. The medium-cushioned heel collar isn’t very stiff, but it keeps the foot in place and provides comfortable support. The upper is wider than average, but you can buy a wide version of the shoe, even an extra wide version, but if you have a narrower foot, there is also a narrow version.

New Balance Fresh Foam X 880v 14 midsole

The New Balance Fresh Foam X 880 v14 running shoe midsole, as the name of the shoe suggests, is made of Fresh Foam X foam, which is a soft, lightweight foam. Because the 880v doesn’t have as high of a midsole (33mm at the heel and 25mm at the forefoot), it feels less soft than the 1080v and gives off less energy at kick-off. This isn’t the shoe’s fault, as it’s designed to be just that, a versatile running shoe with all the average features, so it can be used for a lot of things. The midfoot is wider than average, which improves the stability of the shoe. It has above-average flexibility and low torsional stiffness, which gives the foot an extremely comfortable, lightweight feel. The low energy return means you won’t be breaking any time or distance records in this shoe, but the Fresh Foam X 880v 14 is a shoe you’ll be comfortable in on any run.

New Balance Fresh Foam X 880v 14 Outsole

The outsole of the New Balance Fresh Foam X 880 v14 Running Shoe, similar to other New Balance everyday running shoes, is made up of smaller individual pieces, which is beneficial because it keeps the shoe from being too stiff. There are only a few small outsole rubber pieces at the heel, but the forefoot is covered with more cleat rubber in the midsole. The rubber compound in the outsole is harder than average, but not as durable. Because of the pattern, the grip is average despite being harder than average, but I would expect much better wear resistance from a harder than average cleat.

Who the New Balance Fresh Foam X 880v 14 is for and what kind of runs

The New Balance Fresh Foam X 880 v14 Running Shoe is a versatile running shoe that can be used for almost any type of training. It doesn’t have any standout features, but it offers average performance in everything, which makes it very versatile. The upper is comfortable, but the breathability is not so good. The midsole is soft, flexible, and has good stability, but it’s not that fast and doesn’t have much energy dissipation or shock absorption. The outsole is moderately durable, but has good traction. If you are looking for a generic running shoe at a reasonable price that you can wear for practically any run, the New Balance Fresh Foam X 880 v14 running shoe might be a good option for you.