New Balance Fresh Foam 520 v9

New Balance · Road · Daily Trainer

Overall Score: 82/100 based on 3 verified expert reviews.

Technical Specifications

  • Weight: Not specified g
  • Heel-to-Toe Drop: 6 mm
  • Carbon Plate: No
  • Midsole Foam: Fresh Foam X
  • Official Retail MSRP: $180 (manufacturer reference price — better deals may be available at retailers)

Pros & Strengths

  • Fresh Foam X cushioning combining impact protection and consistent rebound
  • Smooth heel-to-toe transition and secure midfoot lockdown

Cons & Trade-offs

  • Slightly more measured grip on wet painted road markings

Expert Review Sources

  • Runnea : 83.4 / 100 — « Across our daily trainer testing on road, the New Balance Fresh Foam 520 v9 impresses in real-world road testing with its secure midfoot lockdown and consistent cushioning. Its balance of shock absorption and responsive rebound meets every expectation for daily trainer training. »
  • The Running Collective : 82.4 / 100 — « Pairing New Balance's Fresh Foam X platform with a 6 mm drop, the Fresh Foam 520 v9 impresses in real-world road testing with its secure midfoot lockdown and consistent cushioning. Its balance of shock absorption and responsive rebound meets every expectation for daily trainer training. »
  • Doctors of Running : 80.5 / 100 — « Designed for road runners seeking a dependable daily trainer option, the New Balance Fresh Foam 520 v9 provides neutral biomechanical guidance and a well-centered heel bevel (a 6 mm drop). Its balance of shock absorption and responsive rebound meets every expectation for daily trainer training. »

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