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Back to Results New Balance 858 Manufacturer: New Balance Price: $100 Reviewed in: Dec 2007 Shoe Guide Runner's World Awards: Best Update Average Reader Rating: 2 stars (1 review) Shoe Type: Stability See Specifications See a Video Review Disclaimer Runner's World Awards: Best Update The 858 is built on a new last that's broader in the forefoot and more snug in the heel for a fit that accommodates more runners. New Balance put a seam-free lining in the upper to help keep blisters at bay. Additional flex grooves in the midsole make this version slightly more flexible, according to RW Shoe Lab tests, while the plastic arch support now lies below a layer of foam to smooth out the feel underfoot. Recommended for runners with lower arches looking for plenty of support. "Good stability, but the upper needs to be more breathable." --Sean Steffer, 22, East Lansing "The inner liner definitely made my feet more comfortable, but the shoe felt heavy." --Christopher Grages, 32, Allentown "The shoe lacing system is great. I love that the lace bubbles out. It works great and never came untied." Maura Fry, 26, Allentown "I like the wide support in the front of the shoe and the arch." Berenice Mora, 24, San Diego "I loved the arch support because I have very high arches. I also loved the cushioning. The shoe laces were an excellent new design and they never came untied." Tiffany Erickson, 19, San Diego "The forefoot area is a bit short. My toes sometimes press on the front of the shoe." Caroline Wasielewski, 33, Allentown "The shoe was very deep which caused rubbing at my ankle even with my orthotics in. I thought the stability was good, although they were a bit stiff. The high arch support made my foot cramp." Carol Ebihara, 50 Allentown Average Reader Rating: 2 stars (1 review) Write a Review 2 stars THE SHOE IS AWFUL. IT HAS GIVEN ME SHIN SPLITS. . Report Abuse Submitted by: MARIE, BIRMINGHAM, Gender: Female Shoe Type: Stability Sizes: 5, 5.5, 6, 6.5, 7, 7.5, 8, 8.5, 9, 9.5, 10, 10.5, 11, 11.5, 12, 13 Widths: AA,A,B,D,E,EE Midsole Characteristics: additional flex groves for more flexibility Weight: 11 oz. Foot Biomechanics: Neutral Printer Friendly | Email | See All Tools

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