New Balance Fresh Foam X 880 v14

Road · Easy / Recovery · Long run

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New Balance Fresh Foam X 880 v14
Weight and drop
WeightDrop
ClaimedMen270 g8 mm
ClaimedWomen209 g8 mm
MeasuredVariant unknown—8 mm
Sources and measurements

Measurements apply to the tested sample. Size and measurement method can affect the values.

Claimed · Men

Weight: 270 g · Drop: 8 mm
Reference size not stated

Claimed · Women

Weight: 209 g · Drop: 8 mm
Reference size not stated

Measured · Variant unknown

Weight: — · Drop: 8 mm
Reference size not stated

— Not documented or unresolved

RunRepeat measured 8.0 mm, matching the nominal 8 mm.

NonePlate
RoadSurface

About the shoe

Fresh Foam X road trainer. Matt favored easy mileage but noticed low forefoot volume and a firm heel counter.

Comfort
84/100
Response
72/100
Stability
84/100
Cushioning
70/100
Easy / RecoveryLong run
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Reviewed specifications
Plate
None
Plate construction
—
Rocker
—
Cushioning
3.5/5
Terrain
Road
Roles
Easy / Recovery · Long run

Manufacturer specifications

Construction
New Balance specifies Fresh Foam X cushioning.
Reported weight
New Balance lists 270 g; reference size is unstated.
Measured drop
RunRepeat measured 8.0 mm, matching the nominal 8 mm.
Measured forefoot stack
RunRepeat measured 25.0 mm under the forefoot.
Tester's fit
Matt found normal sizing but low volume and toe taper.
Tested heel counter
Matt noticed the firmer heel counter through limited collar padding.
Tested use
Matt favored easy, long and relaxed efforts over faster sessions.

Sources: New Balance ↗ · RunRepeat ↗ · Doctors of Running ↗