New Balance Fresh Foam X 860 v14 Review
Learn more about the New Balance Fresh Foam X 860 v14, New Balance’s Stability Plane technology, and how to pull off the dad-sneaker look in our review.
New Balance Fresh Foam X 860 v14
Features
The New Balance Fresh Foam 860v14 takes your reliable stability trainer and makes it even better.
New underfoot technology in the latest 860 delivers a supremely cushioned yet highly stable ride. Built on a wider platform with elevated sidewalls, the midsole creates a guidance frame that eases you through your stride. Then, New Balance flipped the script by using a softer, more responsive Fresh Foam X compound on top where your foot makes contact, combined with a denser foam below for support and durability.
The result is a stable, soft and responsive underfoot experience that absorbs impact and energizes your every step.
Details:
- Upper: The engineered mesh upper provides all-day comfort with a secure, breathable fit. New Balance also partnered with Repreve to incorporate recycled bottle content, making the 860v14 equal parts performance and sustainability.
- Midsole: The top layer of the midsole uses New Balance’s cushy and energetic Fresh Foam X materials. Underneath sits New Balance’s brand-new EVA Film Stability technology which includes a wider landing platform throughout, elevated sidewalls around the foot that encourage forward motion and a flared heel that eases you through your stride.
- Outsole: The integrated outsole design promotes forefoot stiffness for confident toe-offs.
Tech Specs
New Balance Fresh Foam X 860 v14
| Weight |
10.9 oz (M), 8.6 oz (W)
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|---|---|
| Drop |
8 mm
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| Stack Height (heel/forefoot) |
29 mm/21 mm
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| Use |
Everyday training
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| Ride | 3/5 on the Firm to Plush Scale |
| Cushioning | 3/5 on the Minimum to Maximum Scale |
| Energy | 3/5 on the Relaxed to Propulsive Scale |
| Category | stability |
What’s New
New Balance totally reimagined the Fresh Foam 860 for its 14th iteration. The midsole comes upgraded with an evolved Fresh Foam X material and an extra 2-4 mm of stack height compared to the previous version. However, the biggest change comes from their brand-new EVA Film Stability technology that frames a wider, more dense midsole material underneath to give you a stable and reliable platform to run on. According to New Balance, the 860v14 also has greater displacement (cushioning) and increased energy return compared to the v13.
Who It’s Best For
For those who have come to rely on the 860 for mild-to-moderate overpronation, the latest version lives up to its reputation as a reliable stability trainer for daily runs and workouts that doesn't compromise on step-in comfort.
Why You’ll Love It
You’ll love the upgraded midsole of the 860 v14 that gently guides your foot through its stride and gives you a pillowy soft ride.
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Reviews
Star Rating is 4.7 / 5
Based on 34 Verified Reviews
Star Rating is 5 / 5
Great for over-pronation!
I love my 2nd pair of New Balance Fresh Foam 860 V14. Cushioned and comfortable.
Star Rating is 5 / 5
classic running
I love then !!!!
Star Rating is 5 / 5
Classic running shoe
Comfortable for walking and exercise.
Star Rating is 5 / 5
Well Balanced
I’ve been wearing this version for several years. Perfect balance of stability and cushioning for me.
Star Rating is 5 / 5
Running
This is the only New Balance sneaker 860v14 I purchase, have been wearing for years since I had feet issues and this was recommended to me & so far I’m pleased with them ( but not every place sells them & Fleet Feet where I went (by Mayfair NC) helped me with this tremendously !!
Star Rating is 4 / 5
Walking shoes
I love the shoes but I feel like the arches are already diminishing.
Star Rating is 5 / 5
Fresh foam X 860 v 14 - black/PHANTOM
I have purchased new balance quite a lot in the past. Decided to try again. I have bone cancer induced swelling. These shoes are very comfortable! Thank you for fast prompt service.
Star Rating is 4 / 5
Solid choice for distance walking
This is my second pair of the v14 version. I really liked the v13’s and was a little disappointed in the narrower toebox of the 14’s. They're still pretty comfortable and the best of the 3 brands I tried. I hope the v15 will fit more like the 13’s.
Star Rating is 5 / 5
Great support!
This is my third pair of this exact shoe. Excellent support for both my feet and ankles!
