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New Balance 1222
New Balance 1222
Manufacturer: New Balance
Price: $135
Reviewed in: Dec 2006 Shoe Guide
Shoe Type: Motion Control
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We say: The updated 1222 features a medial (arch) stability device reinforced with plastic to enhance motion control and give a smoother transition from footstrike to toe-off. The shoe comes with a strip of soft, durable foam that lies below the sockliner for a more cushioned feel right out of the box. That said, our Shoe Lab tests found the 1222 to be the second firmest shoe in the guide. We recommend this shoe for bigger runners with flat to normal arches who need a durable trainer.

Wear Tester Reviews

Wear-testers say: "More comfortable than the 1221, and it had more cushioning, too."--Jacob Crowe, 24, East Lansing

"Great breathability, and they accommodated my orthotics well."--Ryan Mancini, 24, Allentown

Specifications
Gender: Female
Shoe Type: Motion Control
Sizes: 6, 6.5, 7, 7.5, 8, 8.5, 9, 9.5, 10, 10.5, 11, 11.5, 12, 13
Weight: 11 oz.
Essential Technology: Medial (arch) stability device
Foot Biomechanics: Neutral

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