New Balance Fresh Foam X 1080 v12
The highly cushioned New Balance Fresh Foam X 1080 v12 is an everyday running shoe with a soft and premium ride.
The New Balance 1080 is back in the 12th version with updates from top to bottom. The New Balance Fresh Foam X 1080 v12 has a redesigned heel, no-sew overlay upper, and a full-length Fresh Foam X midsole. These changes provide the premium underfoot experience the 1080 is known for, but with an improved fit and increased usability.
What You’ll Love
- Bouncy and cushioned Fresh Foam X midsole
- Full rubber outsole for outstanding durability and traction
- New elevated heel design for increased comfort
New Balance 1080 v12 is the most adaptable and versatile version to date. The new Fresh Foam X midsole offers a softer ride with more bounce in every step, and the new upper is slimmed down through the midfoot for a more secure fit without loosing its roomy toebox. The breathable mesh features a no-sew construction that eliminates hotspots and provides the runner with a sock-like feel, and the updated heel has a more traditional design that will fit a wide variety of foot shapes. Overall, the New Balance Fresh Foam X 1080 v12 is a daily training shoe that delivers pillowy soft landings and springy strides that make it a great option for everything from everyday runs to long distances.
What’s New
- Full-length Fresh Foam X midsole
- Redesigned heel counter
- No-sew overlay upper
- Meets New Balance Green Leaf Standard for recycled material
Model Number: W1080B12
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Specs & Fit
Shoe Specs (Women's Size 8)
Weight | 8.3 oz 235 grams |
Heel Stack | 36 mm |
Forefoot Stack | 28 mm |
Heel-Toe Offset: | 8 mm |
Technologies
MIDSOLE
- Fresh Foam X delivers plush cushioning for those who want a soft underfoot feel, updated for additional compliance and cushioning.
OUTSOLE
- Rubber Outsole provides a durable grip and superior rebound.
UPPER
- Engineered Mesh upper is engineered for support and stretch in specified areas for a secure and comfortable fit.
- No Sew Overlays help to secure the foot while eliminating hot spots and discomfort.
Previous Feedback
Comments: I am a washed up college athlete who now runs 20-30 miles a week and enjoys local 5ks. I always wore a women's size 11 in running shoes. A few years ago, I switched to a size 12, then to a wide, then switched to men's shoes (tried and liked Altras but they hurt my calves). My feet may have expanded with age, but I believe the toe boxes became narrower as well. I am VERY thankful for RW's ease of returns, because every time a new shoe comes out, I snag it in hopes it will be the perfect shoe. When I read the 1080s ran large, I took a chance and ordered a women's 11w. It fit perfectly. There is ample cushioning, the first run did aggravate the balls of my feet, but I inserted metatarsal pads on both sides and haven't had a problem since. I have put close to 50 miles on them and my feet have been happy. They don't feel like bricks and I am pleasantly surprised that I can pick up the pace if I am feeling spry.
From: Kris - KY, United States. June 21, 2022