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New Balance 857
New Balance 857
Manufacturer: New Balance
Price: $95
Reviewed in: Feb 2006 Shoe Guide
Shoe Type: Stability
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We Say: This update features an additional piece of firmer midsole along with a plastic shank that runs into the support column on the medial (inner) side of the shoe. These changes bolster stability and improve the shoe's ride. The upper features a finer-weave, snug-fitting mesh through the arch for a better midfoot fit, and more breathable mesh in the toebox for enhanced cooling. Recommended for runners who have normal to flat arches and who need a very supportive stability shoe.

Wear Tester Reviews

Wear-testers Say: "The shoe had a surprising amount of flexibility and forefoot cushioning." -Kristie Fach, 28, Allentown

"A great shoe for bigger runners like me who need more support." -Nicole Graf, 36, East Lansing

Specifications
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
Weight: 12 oz.
Foot Biomechanics: Overpronation

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