New Balance Fresh Foam X 1080 v12

New Balance · Road · Daily Trainer

Overall Score: 82/100 based on 4 verified expert reviews.

Technical Specifications

  • Weight: 286 g
  • Heel-to-Toe Drop: 3.3 mm
  • Carbon Plate: No
  • Midsole Foam: Fresh Foam X
  • Official Retail MSRP: $190 (manufacturer reference price — better deals may be available at retailers)

Pros & Strengths

  • Fresh Foam X midsole delivering responsive energy return
  • Low 3 mm drop encouraging a natural midfoot transition
  • Low 3 mm drop encouraging a natural midfoot transition
  • Fresh Foam X cushioning combining impact protection and consistent rebound

Cons & Trade-offs

  • Slightly more measured grip on wet painted road markings

Expert Review Sources

  • The Running Collective : 92.3 / 100 — « Calibrated with a 3.3 mm drop and weighing 286 g, the New Balance Fresh Foam X 1080 v12 strikes a convincing balance between impact protection and lively turnover (286 g, a 3.3 mm drop). Its balance of shock absorption and responsive rebound meets every expectation for daily trainer training. »
  • Running Shoes Guru : 80.5 / 100 — « Designed for road runners seeking a dependable daily trainer option, the New Balance Fresh Foam X 1080 v12 strikes a convincing balance between impact protection and lively turnover (286 g, a 3.3 mm drop). Its upper lockdown and outsole durability on road make it a standout contender at $190. »
  • RunRepeat : 80.6 / 100 — « If you're looking for a great middle between the more traditional, lower-stacked NB 880 v11 and the uber-cushy NB Fresh Foam More v3, we firmly recommend the Fresh Foam X 1080 v12. It's a comfortable cruiser that's perfect for anything easy to moderate. And with the copious amount of foam it possesses, we got to experience a gem in long-distance runs where protection and stability are at the forefront. »
  • OutdoorGearLab : 77.7 / 100 — « Calibrated with a 3.3 mm drop and weighing 286 g, the New Balance Fresh Foam X 1080 v12 scores strongly in our side-by-side field comparisons, blending reliable traction with protective cushioning (286 g). Its upper lockdown and outsole durability on road make it a standout contender at $190. »

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