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New Balance  1220
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Women's New Balance 1220

Item #NBA255
Classic
Reg: $102.99
VIP: $92.69

What's This?

Average Rating: 4.5 out of 5 stars
! Fit Size: Buy this shoe 1/2 size up

The New Balance 1220 gives you top-of-the-line combination of stability and cushioning. This running shoe is originally designed for the high mileage neutral runner. SL-1 Last -Standard Fit

Women's New Balance 1220

Item #NBA255
Classic
Reg: $102.99
VIP: $92.69

What's This?

Average Rating: 4.5 out of 5 stars
Shock Absorption:
Heel|ABZORB|Forefoot|ABZORB
Toebox Width:
Medium
Heel Fit:
Medium
Shoe Construction:
Slip last
Midsole Material:
Dual density compression molded EVA
Outsole Material:
Carbon rubber
Upper Material:
Mesh|Synthetic leather
Country of Origin:
United States
Gender:
Women's
 

Women's New Balance 1220

Item #NBA255
Classic
Reg: $102.99
VIP: $92.69

What's This?

Average Rating: 4.5 out of 5 stars
35 Runners have reviewed this product.
1.    Katie rated this product 5 stars
Tue, November 13,2007:
BEST GYM SHOE EVER!! and VERY hard to find...

2.    Lora rated this product 5 stars
Sun, August 19,2007:
This is the best running shoe for anyone who needs extra support. I am so glad they still carry the 1220, since the 1221 is a poor substitute.

3.    Kristy rated this product 5 stars
Thu, July 19,2007:
I love these shoes. I have been buying them for years. I was so sad when they stopped making them for the 1221--a shoe that is nothing in comparison (the mesh siding takes away support and stability from the overall product). I was very happy when 1220 came back. It is a wonderful shoe for individua...

4.    EB rated this product 5 stars
Mon, July 09,2007:
Although I have a high arch and don't pronate, these shoes still work better for me than anything else I've tried. Excellent fit and comfort over long distances. (I'm female, 5'3", and solidly built.)

5.    Stephanie L rated this product 5 stars
Tue, May 22,2007:
I have already worn out two and will be purchasing my third pair! This is one of the few shoes that does not chafe my ankles. Totally comfortable and stable.

6.    Mike rated this product 3 stars
Thu, May 04,2006:
Great running shoe, but after a few runs (10?) my left shoe decided to relieve the tongue of any obligation to remain stitched to the upper. Taking in for repairs and hoping that's the only construction flaw.

7.    gary rated this product 5 stars
Thu, April 06,2006:
i only rate 5 stars if made in the usa, if made in china the rateing should have a negative scale, thank you

8.    Debbie B rated this product 5 stars
Tue, March 21,2006:
I've run many marathons in 1220's, and I'll never run one in anything else!!!! The only shoe that doesn't give me problems.

9.    Phil Gordon rated this product 5 stars
Fri, December 30,2005:
When the 1220 was put on the shelf I reluctantly went to the 1221, a better shoe right? WAY WRONG!!! Welcome home 1220!!!

10.    ron winter rated this product 5 stars
Tue, November 29,2005:
forgot to rate this great shoe

11.    Kathy rated this product 5 stars
Tue, September 13,2005:
I've been wearing these shoes for years and I STILL think they are the most comfortable shoes out there. I've tried others (I am returned the Asics Gel Kayano XI as I write this to exchange them for the 1220) but none can hold a candle to these shoes. You can't go wrong with them!

12.    Jeremy Ward rated this product 5 stars
Wed, August 10,2005:
Forgot to rate them in my review. These shoes are GREAT!!

13.    KAG rated this product 5 stars
Tue, July 12,2005:
Love them. Have worn Nike, Adidas and Saucony -- which are okay, but the 1220s are great. You can take them out of the box and run hard. What a shame they are now an endangered "species".

14.    Jim rated this product 5 stars
Sat, June 18,2005:
This is a great shoe. The new version of this has more durability with the same great stability and heel as this. Both are fantastic! I've been running in these shoes (and the new version) since they came out and tried many others in the meantime, but none as good as these... For me, of course.

15.    DOCBILL rated this product 5 stars
Thu, May 26,2005:
These are definately the best shoes I have ever run in. I'm 220 lbs 5 foot 10 inches with average arches. They fit like a dream and the knee and foot pain I was used too with other shoes is a thing of the past. I run about 40 miles a week at present with 2 marathons in front of me this fall so I cou...

16.    CK rated this product 5 stars
Wed, February 02,2005:
Great shoe-I have been wearing nothing but these since they came out and I hope they keep making them.

17.    Lark rated this product 5 stars
Fri, December 17,2004:
I have run 3,000 miles and 3 marathons in the past 24 months, 75% of it in 1220s. I average 300/miles before retiring them. I started at 195 lbs, now 175 lbs and 60 years old. I also have 1221, 2001, 991,Kayanos, Brooks, and Mizunos but I just stocked up with another 9 pairs of 1220s..I haven't fo...

18.    Craig rated this product 5 stars
Sun, December 12,2004:
so far the best trainer I ran in and I have all the kayanos hurricanes NB 2001......so yeah

19.    oswaldo rated this product 5 stars
Sun, November 21,2004:
After getting tendonitis in these shoes training for the 2001 NYCM, I blamed it on the shoes. In 2002, I switched to the Mizuno Wave (terrible), the Adidas Cairo (worst) and finally to the NB 580 which I used for the NYCM that year. However, for some reason two brand new pairs of NB 580's gave me sh...

20.    Tom rated this product 2 stars
Wed, November 17,2004:
"Upgraded" from the 991's. I am 6'2", 225 lbs - 30 miles/week. Felt like running on wood slats - the thick soles don't give. Shins have taken a pounding. Going to try Asics Kayanos or stay with 991's.

21.    C.K rated this product 5 stars
Mon, November 15,2004:
I am on about my 5th or 6th pair since they came out.I love these shoes! I can put on a new pair and run a 1/2 marathon and never get a blister or anything else.I'm 5'4 and small framed.

22.    Pauline and Anthony Mancino rated this product 4 stars
Sat, October 23,2004:
My doctor suggested this NB model sneaker after my foot surgery. I have been wearing them for 4 years. I need a new pair however, I would like to know which NB sneaker is comparable to this fit. I do not run, I walk. A style more femine perhaps. Any suggestions? My doc is still recommending th...

23.    Bill rated this product 3 stars
Thu, October 21,2004:
Don't waste your money on the closeouts. This is a great shoe, but it only lasts about 200 miles. I am under 160, and I quickly wore two pairs of this model out. My local running specialty store refused to carry the model due to wear problems. Buy the 1221 SB instead. NB seems to have solved th...

24.    maggie rated this product 5 stars
Wed, October 13,2004:
The 1220 is the best running shoe I have used and have been wearing it since they came out. I am sorry that the company has discontinued it. Great for moderate, daily running. Made in the USA, too.

25.    Dean - Chicago rated this product 1 star
Mon, October 11,2004:
After my stash of 1210's ran out I purchased the 1220 and did not recognize this shoe. It was one of the worst running shoes I have ever purchased with hardly any cushion or arch support. The first time I have ever felt any leg pain was after I ran with these which felt like a shoe I picked up at ...

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