Comments about Mens New Balance 870v3 Running Shoe:

First time in New Balance in many years. I really like the light weight, flexibility, and support. I use Superfeet Orange, and the combo provides good support and a quick feel. Not unlike Asics DS Trainer, but with more height in the toe box.

I was starting to get some tightness/pain in my heel (starting PF?) in my old shoes, and that is clearing up with the shift to these in combo with the SF.

I've only had them a couple of weeks, so can't speak to durability.

Comments about Mens New Balance 870v3 Running Shoe:

The first thing I noticed was that this shoe is much lighter than the New Balance 1260v2 from which I'd come. While still listed as a "stability" shoe, the 870v3's pronation control is not blatantly obvious to the wearer - it's on the subtle side.

I fit them with Road Runner Sports' Cushion insoles.

The material in the upper is quite different from any running shoe I've used before - I suspect this is where some of the weight savings comes from. While initially skeptical, I noticed no difference in flexibility or breathability.

The upper material did start to fray and crack along the outside of both shoes, right at the high-stress bending point above the toe joint, by 350 miles or so. It hadn't gotten any worse when I retired them at 410 miles, so perhaps it's not a big deal; I've never had a running shoe's upper begin to outright come apart that soon, though.

Still, I really like the shoe, and bought another pair as a replacement.

Comments about Mens New Balance 870v3 Running Shoe:

Run 3-4 times per week for conditioning. Roughly 15 miles total. Mostly on pavement. Am an older runner.
I prefer cushioned, comfortable shoes. I bought a 2nd pair within 1.5 months. Will buy more in the future.

Comments about Mens New Balance 870v3 Running Shoe:

I bought these after the V2 was discontinued.The fit is the same and though the specs of the V2 and V3 are similar, this shoe feels a little lighter.I weigh about 195 lbs. and I am 5-11.I run about 25 - 30 miles per week and run mostly 10k or half-marathons. I find these especially good on longer runs.I rotate 3 pairs with the third pair only for racing, so durability has not been a problem. The fit is 1 size up from my normal regular shoe and a 1/2 up from my normal running shoes. The widths are accurate to sizing. I have a normal width. Be sure to purchase the stretchy shoe laces as the shoe laces that come with the shoe are tight if you like to run in a looser feeling shoe across your forefoot.

Comments about Mens New Balance 870v3 Running Shoe:

I can wear neutral or stability but I am training for a marathon and prefer the cushioning of a stability shoe. With the 870v3 I get that in a very lightweight design. They fit great and don't take any getting used to, very natural feel.

Comments about Mens New Balance 870v3 Running Shoe:

I want to love these shoes, but....I have been running in Mizuno Inspire 3-9 and wanted to change things up. For a stability shoe these bad boys are light and fast. The 8mm drop takes a bit to get used to. First run 7 miles and legs were energized the entire time. The con is NB shoes are always to narrow. I got the EE, but I still felt me feet being pinched in too much. Going to swap them for 4e and see if that works.

Comments about Mens New Balance 870v3 Running Shoe:

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Comments about Mens New Balance 870v3 Running Shoe:

I use these shoes mostly for road running and the occasional dirt road or hard pack trail. I bought them 4.5 months ago and have very, very low miles on them (2 months of no running - 10-20 miles/wk when running during the other 2.5 months).

The shoes are extremely comfortable and seemed to encourage me to be more of a mid-foot striker.

My complaint: The soles wore very fast and have started peeling on one foot. For this reason alone, I would not recommend. I have Mizuno's that have hundreds of miles on them in the same conditions and they never started to come apart like this. Time to try something else.

Comments about Mens New Balance 870v3 Running Shoe:

Wore the product around the house and gym. Good all-around shoes. Love the light weight, stability and design of this shoe. because it is super light, sometimes I feel like the manufacturer skimp on product or quality. I would recommend this product.

Comments about Mens New Balance 870v3 Running Shoe:

YOU GOTTA BREAK THEM IN, THEN ONCE THEY MOLD TO YOUR FOOT. BAMMM, YOUR ON FIRE LIKE THE ROAD RUNNER RUNNING THROUGH THE DESSERT. FIRECRACKER. YAH!!!!!!!

Comments about Mens New Balance 870v3 Running Shoe:

I'm 6', 215 lbs, have always like the Beast, but this newest model is a disappointment. My usual size is with the Beast is 12.5D, but that size was WAY too small the this one. The toe box is very cramped and my feet started hurting after only a few miles. Tried a 12.5EE, but that was still too short, went up to a 13 and that was too long - it felt like I was sliding around in it. I'm sorry to give up the beast, but this is a waste - I'm finding another model and brand.

Comments about Mens New Balance 870v3 Running Shoe:

wore around house for several hours. Very sore feet. it feels like the arch support is to far towards the heel. returned this AM. These are not the shoe for me, maybe for somewone else, but not me.

Comments about Mens New Balance 870v3 Running Shoe:

This update of the 870v2 runs narrow. I ordered a D width and had to exchange for a 2E. Once they came everything was ok. This is a good update of the 870. It feels light and fast and givesgood chshoning and support.

Comments about Mens New Balance 870v3 Running Shoe:

The heels felt like I was stepping on something on the side of my heel.

Comments about Mens New Balance 870v3 Running Shoe:

I use them to train with and so far I am really pleased with them.

Comments about Mens New Balance 870v3 Running Shoe:

I have been looking for a lightweight shoe with some stability to put in my rotation for some time. Never had much luck with NB till now, great mid foot wrap, just enough cushioning for fast runs, just a touch of stability with good transition and flexibility. Toe box very comfortable without being too wide, excellent heel fit. Having a pair of old feet (flat) it is hard to find a lightweight shoe that gives adequate support. My main shoe is the Mizuno Inspire 9 another great shoe, but these will go into rotation for my faster runs, this is best shoe I have found from NB and are worth a try.