New Balance 1080v14

Marathon Handbook describes the 1080 v14 as the 'Goldilocks shoe' — not too hard, not too cushy, but just right.

The Run Testers finds the 1080v14's Fresh Foam X is about protection and comfort, has a plusher feel, and is not too firm.

The Run Testers finds the 1080v14's foam has a more resilient, protective quality.

kofuzi compares the Saucony Triumph 23 to the New Balance 1080v14, stating that both deliver similar experiences with foams that are cushioned but not mushy and shoes that are tall but not marshmallowy soft.

Believe in the Run observes that the Elipse V1 has Fresh Foam X with a similar softness to what the 1080 V14 had.

Yowana ranks the New Balance 1080v14 as the third softest max-cushion shoe in his ranking of about 30 max-cushion shoes from softest to firmest.

Doctors of Running observes that the 1080v14 has a more rockered geometry and rolls nicely.

The Run Testers finds the 1080 V14 rolls off more smoothly off the front of the shoe than the V15.

The Run Testers finds the ride of the New Balance 1080v14 very good, describing a gentle mild rocker that, combined with the light weight, helps the runner tick through running time.

kofuzi reports that the 1080v14 has a 6 mm drop and a rocker with geometry bevels that make the shoe a little easier to live with, especially at really chill paces.

Doctors of Running finds that the 1080v14 had no responsiveness — lots of compression but no bounce back — and that the v15 really corrects that with more responsiveness.

Yowana finds that the New Balance Fresh Foam shoes (which would include the 1080v14) are very soft but have fallen for him in terms of what he is looking for because they are all about the squish and the sink with not enough pop.

The Run Testers (second tester) finds the 1080v14 not great for interval sessions; it is not an amazingly versatile shoe.

The Run Testers finds the New Balance 1080v14 is a true-to-size fitting shoe for him in UK size 8, which is his standard size.

The Run Testers finds the 1080v14 fits true to size in UK size 8, same as the 1080v13.

Jason Jogs describes that the 1080v14's upper has a booty construction and mesh upper, and is very comfortable.

kofuzi observes that the 1080v14's upper is very premium with more padding and puffiness compared to the Ellipse.

Doctors of Running finds the 1080v14 fit is low volume but wider, with a good amount of room in the normal width.

The Run Testers finds the 1080v14 is definitely stable.

The Run Testers finds the 1080v14 midsole is an update from the v13: the v13 was very soft, less stable, and not great for some people, whereas the v14 is very stable, has a great platform, good balanced midsole, is a bit firmer, and much more accessible to more people who may need more stability and responsiveness.

The Run Testers (Kieran) says the 1080 v14 is a little bit more accessible and a little bit more stable than the more V5.

kofuzi finds the New Balance 1080v14 to be a little bit more stabilized, a little bit more cushion and chill, and maybe a little bit more max cushiony than daily trainery compared to the Saucony Triumph 23.

The Run Testers observes the 1080v14 outsole is absolutely fine with about 70K of running and has a pretty good layer of rubber; he has not seen any wear or tear on the midsole.

The Run Testers (second tester) observes very little outsole wear after approximately 60 km in the 1080v14.

Marathon Handbook finds that a good byproduct of the large slab of foam in the 1080 v14 is great durability, and he feels he could run 1,000 km in them.

Doctors of Running observes that durability on both the 1080v14 and v15 is doing really well; despite exposed midsole, they are not the most durable shoes on the market but not bad, and the midsoles hold up really well over lots of miles.

The Run Testers observes the 1080v14 is heavier than the 1080v13, noting a ~20 gram increase that feels noticeable.

Doctors of Running states that the 1080v14 had a big weight gain over version 13.

kofuzi mentions that the 1080v14 is already replaced by a v15 and can be found at a discount of $90, calling it an opportunity that is hard to pass up.

kofuzi notes that the New Balance 1080v14 is available at a $165 retail price but can currently be found for $130.

Marathon Handbook notes that the 1080 v14 is priced 'pretty highly' and, while worth it, there are cheaper close alternatives.

The Run Testers states the 1080v14 addresses the v13's issues with a slightly firmer version of the foam and overall midsole geometry.

The Run Testers finds the 1080v14 midsole is an update from the v13: the v13 was very soft, less stable, and not great for some people, whereas the v14 is very stable, has a great platform, good balanced midsole, is a bit firmer, and much more accessible to more people who may need more stability and responsiveness.

The Run Testers finds the 1080v14's midsole foam does not feel the same as the 1080v13; it is not as soft and does not have the same sink-in feel.

The Run Testers (second tester) finds the 1080v14's midsole foam a little bit firmer than the 1080v13, not as firm as the 1080v11/12 but a definite change from the v13.

The Run Testers (second tester) finds the 1080v14 loses a little of the softness and squish of the 1080v13 but becomes a little more versatile.

Doctors of Running observes that the 1080v14 firmed up a little compared to v13, kept some really good geometry, and was a refined shoe.

The Run Testers finds the 1080 V14 rolls off more smoothly off the front of the shoe than the V15.

The Run Testers finds the 1080 V15 ride feels slightly snappy, whereas the 1080 V14 was more rockered and smooth.

Doctors of Running finds that the 1080v15 foam has some bounce and is more resilient; compared to the v14 it is not nearly as compliant or soft.

Doctors of Running finds the 1080v14 is a phenomenal shoe for walking and comfortable for walking, having walked a ton in it over the last year.

Doctors of Running finds the 1080v14 works better as a run/walk shoe that is more compliant, a little softer underfoot, with a nice roll that feels great for long hours of standing.

jogoncrago states he can use the Balos up to about an hour to an hour and 10 minutes of running, compared to the 1080v14 which he felt maxed out at 30 to 40 minutes.

Marathon Handbook describes the 1080 v14 as the 'Goldilocks shoe' — not too hard, not too cushy, but just right.

The Run Testers finds the 1080v14's Fresh Foam X is about protection and comfort, has a plusher feel, and is not too firm.

The Run Testers finds the 1080v14's foam has a more resilient, protective quality.

kofuzi compares the Saucony Triumph 23 to the New Balance 1080v14, stating that both deliver similar experiences with foams that are cushioned but not mushy and shoes that are tall but not marshmallowy soft.

Believe in the Run observes that the Elipse V1 has Fresh Foam X with a similar softness to what the 1080 V14 had.

Yowana ranks the New Balance 1080v14 as the third softest max-cushion shoe in his ranking of about 30 max-cushion shoes from softest to firmest.

Doctors of Running finds that the 1080v14 had no responsiveness — lots of compression but no bounce back — and that the v15 really corrects that with more responsiveness.

Doctors of Running finds the Fresh Foam in the 1080v14 compresses a lot and does not give a lot of rebound.

Yowana finds that the New Balance Fresh Foam shoes (which would include the 1080v14) are very soft but have fallen for him in terms of what he is looking for because they are all about the squish and the sink with not enough pop.

The Run Testers (second tester) finds the 1080v14 not great for interval sessions; it is not an amazingly versatile shoe.

The Run Testers finds the 1080 V14 rolls off more smoothly off the front of the shoe than the V15.

The Run Testers finds the ride of the New Balance 1080v14 very good, describing a gentle mild rocker that, combined with the light weight, helps the runner tick through running time.

kofuzi reports that the 1080v14 has a 6 mm drop and a rocker with geometry bevels that make the shoe a little easier to live with, especially at really chill paces.

Marathon Handbook notes that the 1080 v14 is priced 'pretty highly' and, while worth it, there are cheaper close alternatives.