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Back to Results New Balance 766 Manufacturer: New Balance Price: $90 Reviewed in: Feb 2005 Shoe Guide Runner's World Awards: Editor's Choice Average Reader Rating: 4.7 stars (3 reviews) Shoe Type: Motion Control See Specifications Runner's World Awards: Editor's Choice We Say: This season, New Balance is updating the 766, a stability trainer that's loaded with support. It's a good choice for bigger runners or heavy heel-strikers because it features Abzorb, New Balance's high-end cushioning foam, in the heel. The midsole features a material called Acteva, which resists compression and therefore lasts longer. Thanks to a water-resistant mesh upper and fully gusseted (attached) tongue, the 766s should keep your feet free of spring rain and road debris. You'll also like the no-slip laces. Wear-Testers Say: "I liked the support. I ran a 10-mile race without my orthotics and felt no soreness."-Jane Serues, 56, Allentown "My knee pain went away when I started running in these shoes. If only they were lighter."-Jesse Sweeney, 30, East Lansing Average Reader Rating: 4.7 stars (3 reviews) Write a Review 5 stars This shoe is extremely comfortable and gives supreme support to the feet. I have had complex feet issues (plantar fasc., ect.) since 1999 and since I have been wearing these (along with numerous pairs of 763 and 764) my feet have been much, much better. I love them!. Report Abuse Submitted by: Kristen Stempien, Livonia, MI 4 stars I have been increasing my distance and trying hard not to injure my knee and I felt the difference as soon as I started wearing this shoe. I ran a 10-mile race with no problem! I will have to buy a new pair for the marathon, but at least I know which pair to buy!. Report Abuse Submitted by: Great shoe, Glenside, PA 5 stars The shoes are very stablising. If you are prone then you may want to give them a try. I would rate them a . Report Abuse Submitted by: Cath, Tecumseh, on Gender: Female Shoe Type: Motion Control Sizes: 5, 5.5, 6, 6.5, 7, 7.5, 8, 8.5, 9, 9.5, 10, 10.5, 11, 12, 13 Midsole Characteristics: Features a material called Acteva, which resists compression and therefore lasts longer. Weight: 11 oz. Essential Technology: Abzorb, New Balance's high-end cushioning foam, in the heel. Foot Biomechanics: Overpronation Printer Friendly | Email | See All Tools

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