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New Balance Fresh Foam X 880 v13

Overall Grades And Reviews

8.3 Overall Grade
13 reviews
Trainer Neutral

A popular all-around training shoe that Emily Sisson wears. LetsRunners preferred version 12 of this shoe to v13.

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Pros

  • No reviewers reported getting injured in this shoe.
  • Popular shoe among LetsRun.com readers.
  • Rated above average on comfort.
  • Rated above average on cushioning.
  • Rated above average on durability.

Cons

LetsRun.com Reviewer Ratings

Shoe Comparison

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New Balance Fresh Foam X 880 v13
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New Balance Fresh Foam X 880 v13
This Shoe
New Balance Fresh Foam X 880v15
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Shoe Properties
Shoe Type
Trainer
Trainer
Trainer
Trainer
Pronation Control
Neutral
Neutral
Weight
10.2 oz. (men's), 8.8 oz. (women's)
9.4 oz. (men's), 8 oz. (women's)
10 oz. (men's), 9 oz. (women's)
Stack Height
34mm.
40mm.
Forefoot Height
24mm.
35mm.
Drop Height
10 mm.
5 mm.
Upper material
Engineered Synthetic/Mesh, Adjustable Laces
Breathable engineered mesh upper offers all-day comfort. Heel tab and tongue gusset provide a smooth step-in feel.
Thin, sleek collar and woven upper deliver lightweight breathability and a secure fit. Gusseted upper construction mitigates tongue migration for a locked-in feel.
Breathable Engineered Knit Upper, Gusseted Tongue, Reinforced Eyestays
Shoe Released
Q1 2023
Q1 2025
Q3 2024
Q1 2023
MSRP
$140
$145
LRC Ratings
Out of 10
Overall
8.3
9.0
9.0
Comfort
8.8
9.1
9.4
Cushioning
8.7
9.1
9.5
Durability
8.2
7.8
8.0
Appearance
7.9
8.3
8.5
Value
8.4
8.1
7.9

Reader Reviews

  • LRC Editor's Choice

    New Balance Fresh Foam X 880 v13 Review

    Neutral pronator, medium arches
    Overall
    9.0
    Comfort
    10.0
    Cushioning
    10.0
    Durability
    8.0
    Appearance
    6.0
    Value
    9.0

    Are the the snazziest shoe on the rack? No. The colorways are not the coolest. But they offer very comfortable and cushioned ride and I can get at least 400 miles out of them. These are not cushioned like Hokas, but do provide some squish while still being responsive. It's a no frills, dependable shoe that goes on sale periodically, which makes it an excellent shoe when you're racking up miles for a marathon. 

  • Good versatile trainer

    40 miles per week, neutral pronator
    Overall
    9.0
    Comfort
    9.0
    Cushioning
    8.0
    Durability
    9.0
    Appearance
    9.0
    Value
    9.0

    Run on road, trail, and track with it. Compared to some NB shoes, a fairly light trainer available in narrow width.

  • Best shoe to improve running economy

    20 miles per week, overpronator, medium arches
    Overall
    8.0
    Comfort
    7.0
    Cushioning
    7.0
    Durability
    9.0
    Appearance
    6.0
    Value
    10.0

    My favorite daily trainer for XC. I previously had a really bad case of heel striking and this shoe completely fixed it. If you heel strike in these shoes, you're going to feel it. My only complaint is that the toe box runs small. Also in New Balance fashion there is a massive slab of rubber on the bottom.

  • Solid Workhorse

    20 miles per week, neutral pronator, medium arches
    Overall
    8.0
    Comfort
    8.0
    Cushioning
    8.0
    Durability
    8.0
    Appearance
    9.0
    Value
    8.0

    Just became a dad, needed to try out New Balance

  • Great shoe, good comfort and running feel.

    30 miles per week, neutral pronator, low arches
    Overall
    9.0
    Comfort
    9.0
    Cushioning
    9.0
    Durability
    8.0
    Appearance
    9.0
    Value
    7.0

    I came off of Mizuno wave riders, which have turned to junk, and seem to contribute to some nagging injuries. The NB 880s are much more well cushioned, yet light, comfortable and quick enough. If you have to run in the long enough to know if they’re really durable, but they seem to be alright and I project they will be fine for my typical 350-400 mile rotation.