New Balance Fresh Foam X 880 v14
A back-to-basics neutral workhorse that shed roughly 1.5 oz versus the v13 with a single-layer Fresh Foam X midsole and toned-down outsole rubber. Smooth, slightly firm, and dependable for everyday mileage. Skip it if you want a soft max-cushion feel or a lively toe-off.
Quick specs
CushionModerate
SupportNeutral
Drop8 mm
Heel stack36 mm
Toe boxStandard
Foot strikeHeel, Midfoot
Who it's for
Reach for the New Balance Fresh Foam X 880 v14 for everyday training miles and easy recovery days. It's a neutral shoe, best for runners with an efficient stride who don't need pronation support.
Daily trainingRecovery runs
Pros
- Much lighter than the v13
- Durable daily workhorse
- Fair price
- Unexciting ride
- Firmer than max-cushion rivals
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Skill profile
Support42
Cushion68
Durability70
Popularity78
Price80
Versatility52
Lightness79
Ratings compare the current lineup. Price favors lower cost.
Key stats
$140Price (MSRP)
36 mmStack height
8 mmDrop
8.8 ozMen's weight
7.4 ozWomen's weight
2024Release year
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