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New Balance 850 review

  • Price Paid:$110.00
  • User rating:
    (4.7)
  • Would buy again from this company: Yes
  • Used product for: 4 months
  • # of logged workouts: 0

"Nice shoes for those with Achilles soreness. Got me off the sofa and on the road, can't ask for more than that after a long nagging injury."gluestick

(0)

Ease of installation

They're shoes, most people can figure this part out.

(0)

Ease of use

Ummmm....

(5)

Quality of Construction

Although I am closing in on 50 miles (tough winter miles) the shoes still look pretty good. No fraying or wear on seams and soles still look new.

(5)

Fit

I was typically wearing 11.5 size shoes, not sure if these run a little different or if my feet are bigger.

(5)

Comfort

This is my first stability shoe and I couldn't be happier. My Achilles tendinitis cleared up quite quickly with the extra support.

(0)

Adjustability

Plenty of lace holes, nice fit.

(0)

Durability

They are holding up nicely. Retailer told me they are good for 500-600 miles. We'll see about that.

(5)

Value

They aren't cheap sale shoes off the shelf at big box sporting goods, but if you are serious about running, you get what you pay for.

(4)

Appearance

Better than average, although I am partial to green...

(5)

Customer Service

My local NB store rocks. Until now I stayed away from such specialty retailers and thought they were a waste of money, I will now only shop for running shoes at such places.

(4)

Performance

Not the lightest or fastest shoe, but definitely the one I want to wear while logging big miles.

Strengths

Provide comfort and stability to minor overpronators like me.

Weakness

Not much, maybe a little heavy, but I'll likely still race in them.

Buyers club850
  • 17 people use
  • 401 workouts logged
  • 2212.82 miles / 370.6 hours logged