I already tried the 1080 V9 and the 1080 V11 and liked the Fresh Foam, but both those models had some issues with the heel counter. And I like max cushioned shoes, so more Fresh Foam did sound good to me, but somehow I didn’t get around to testing the first two versions of this... Continue Reading →
Best running shoes of 2019
I reviewed 19 pairs of running shoes in 2019: 361 Degrees 361 Degrees Strata 3 The Strata 3 is the new mid-to-high mileage stability shoe by 361 Degrees. It has a new lacing system and is a nice plush ride. The Strata 3 is a good long, slow run training shoe for those looking for... Continue Reading →
New Balance Fresh Foam Roav – Is it a sneaker or a running shoe?
When I first saw the New Balance Fresh Foam Roav, I must admit, I did think they looked good, but they didn’t look like your average running shoe. Now, that doesn’t have to be a bad thing, there are lots of weird looking running shoes out there that aren’t half bad. Looking at the design... Continue Reading →
New Balance Fresh Foam 1080 V9 – Sleeker, but not yet sleek enough.
I like maximal cushioned shoes, so I’ve been looking forward to trying the New Balance Fresh Foam 1080 for a while. It wasn’t the first New Balance shoe I tested, but it was the first Fresh Foam shoe I got to test and I was curious about it. Every big shoe company has their own... Continue Reading →
Finding the right running shoe for you
I love reviewing running products. That's because curiosity is one of my main character traits. I'm genuinely curious about how products work and the pros and cons of a product. That's why I don't only write reviews, but also like reading reviews from other runners. Do I read reviews before buying running shoes? Yes, I... Continue Reading →
New Balance Rubix – Redesigning the stability shoe
The Rubix is the new stability shoe from New Balance. It has an 8 mm drop and quite a bit of cushioning. The shoe reminded me a bit of the 90’s somehow. Maybe because of the outsole that is a bit wider than the upper. But at the same time, it’s also a modern shoe... Continue Reading →