A fun, very bouncy max-cushion long-run shoe at 8.9 oz that pairs PEBA-blended Fresh Foam X with an early rocker; a fantastic long-run option for most, though a small subset of runners may experience forefoot pain from the very thick bouncy stack. — Kofuzi
Reviewer prefers the Balos to the 1080 v13 for being a touch more stable, bouncier, with wider midfoot and a more pronounced rocker — better for daily training and long runs at easy paces with a tiny bit of tempo, though not a workout shoe despite being marketed as faster.
Best for: Runners who want a wider, more stable, bouncier max-cushion daily/long-run shoe with a more apparent rocker than the 1080 v13.
A fun, very bouncy max-cushion long-run shoe at 8.9 oz that pairs PEBA-blended Fresh Foam X with an early rocker; a fantastic long-run option for most, though a small subset of runners may experience forefoot pain from the very thick bouncy stack.
Best for: Bigger/taller runners wanting a high-stack PEBA-blended daily/long-run trainer; long runs with strides up to marathon pace.
Reviewers note: True-to-size, comfortable forgiving fit; knit tongue and well-upholstered heel cup; pleasure to put feet in.
Per Kofuzi.
The New Balance Balos weighs about 244g (men's 9), has a 42.0mm heel stack and a 6.0mm heel-toe drop.
Reviewers compare the New Balance Balos to New Balance Fresh Foam X 1080 v13.
Per Doctors of Running.
Next Pair aggregates 2 expert reviews of the New Balance Balos, including Kofuzi, Doctors of Running.
Per Kofuzi, Doctors of Running.
Compared to other road long run in the same lane.
