This is the New Balance 880v12 for men in standard width. Designed as a cushioned yet responsivefeeling road running shoe, the 880v12 is a great option for those looking for a more traditional heel to forefoot drop but a more nimble shoe for their everyday road running sessions. The upper remains plush and comfortable to help keep you feeling comfortable even at higher mileage and is breathable when things heat up.

New Balance have a new dual-layer midsole in the 880v12, which is designed to offer a comfortable plush feel but high rebound and efficiency. A purely soft and comfortable midsole can eventually feel compressed and offer little rebound when you've put in many miles in the shoe. Midsoles in more responsive running shoes are typically designed to keep bouncing back to their original shape to keep providing a comfortable landing.

New Balance describe their 880v12 as follows: From daily exercise to specialized, high-level training program, there are a lot of forms that an every day running regimen can take. New Balance’s 880 is built to be your go-to, neutral running shoe. The latest offering in the 880 line, the Fresh Foam X 880v12 features a reimagined, dual-layer midsole. With improved heel cushioning and responsiveness of a top-bed foam layer and underfoot Fresh Foam X, the v12 represents a new generation set-up of a silhouette known for its workhorse reliability. A plush, engineered mesh upper is infused with strategic zones of breathability and support. With the 880’s 360-degree approach to sustained comfort you can just keep going, no matter how many miles your daily running routine covers.

Unrivaled Reliability

With premium cushioning and a durable build, the new Fresh Foam X 880v12 is our hardest working shoe for the daily runner.

Enhanced Softness

A new dual layer midsole featuring top-bed foam cushioning and underfoot Fresh Foam X makes for a soft step in and heel strike

Light & Supportive Fit

A plush yet breathable double-knit engineered mesh upper provides strategic zones of support while maintaining flexibility

• Drop: 10mm
• Cushioning: Low/Medium/High
• Support for Overpronation: Yes/No
• Dual-layer midsole construction featuring top-bed foam cushioning and underfoot Fresh Foam X
• Engineered mesh upper with no sew overlays

How It Compares

vs. 1080v12: The 880v12 has a firmer feel & lower level of cushioning, providing a more responsiveride.

vs. 860v12: The 880v12 is a neutral shoe and the 860v12 provides support for overpronation.