New Balance Women’s Fresh Foam 680 V8 Running Shoe, Quarry Blue/Chrome Blue/Sea Salt, 10 Wide | Road Running

I’ve been wearing the New Balance Fresh Foam 680 V8s for a few weeks now and I absolutely love them. They were comfortable the moment I put them on—no break-in period needed. The cushioning and stability feels great, especially if you’re on your feet a lot like I am. I’ve gone through a ton of shoes trying to find something comfortable enough to wear daily with my hammer toe issues.They’re lightweight but still feel supportive, and I’ve noticed way less foot fatigue after long walks or errands. The fit is true to size, and the breathable mesh keeps my feet cool even on warmer days.Also, I really like the way they look—sleek and simple, but still stylish enough to wear out and about. Overall, they’re a great everyday shoe for comfort, support, and value. Highly recommend!

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Wow! I am impressed with these shoes! Not only is the coral color stunning, but the comfort is there too.The price point is great. I’ve done my research on running shoes and unfortunately, a lot of the time you’re paying $100-$150+ if not more for a quality running shoe. I personally have a hard time paying that much for a shoe that needs to be retired after a certain amount of miles so I price shopped. I was looking for cushion on the heel as well as arch support, and I can confirm that it feels like you’re running on clouds! I personally feel like it needs a tad bit more arch support but I have high arches so that’s something I can use inserts for.The fit is great, size seems to be accurate, and the quality is great for the price!

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I just bought this New Balance women’s fresh foam 680 v8 running shoe and it is a winner. My former treadmill and workout shoes were also thick soled, but there were two layers to the sole, and they started to separate. This New Balance shoe has one solid sole and is very comfortable, spongy and bouncy. I wear a true 7 and these are snug with my workout socks on but will stretch just enough over time as the top is a synthetic material. If you are between sizes, I would recommend ordering up a half size. I feel very stable in these shoes even though the base does not extend beyond the sides as my other shoe did. The sole does not feel slippery. I like the light blue color with the contrasting green sole, but you do not see much of that while wearing. As one ages, the soles of our feet seem to get thinner, and I truly recommend these sneakers even for everyday wear for older (over 60) individuals. I sincerely recommend these for people who are on their feet all day. I wore mine a few days ago all day to “break them in”, but that was not necessary as these fit perfectly from the moment I put them on; no binding, no blisters, no problems. I hope to enjoy these for a few years of heavy use.Positives:• Well made solid one piece sole• Breathable• Good arch support• Exactly as advertised• Nice color selection• Attractive• Many positive reviews online• Reasonable priceNegatives:• None5 stars

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I was looking for a running shoe with lots of cushion and good arch support to replace my old Hokas. These were half the price, and so far, so good! They are very comfortable, with the exception that the toe box isn’t quite as wide as I’d like. (In the past, NB sneakers that I bought had a wide toe box; this particular style does not, unfortunately.)I went for a 4-mile run in the new shoes and all was great. Two days later I ran another 4 miles; this time I added an insert, as I’m currently healing from plantar fasciitis. That made the shoe a little too snug at the toes, causing one foot to become a little numb during my run.I normally wear a 9.5 in running shoes, but bought a size 10 based on reviews that this shoe runs small. Smart move.Overall, a lightweight, comfy shoe with good cushioning and arch support.

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These are hands down my favorite shoes—I’m officially on my third pair! The Fresh Foam cushioning is dreamy: super lightweight but still supportive, whether I’m running errands or getting actual miles in.They’re comfy right out of the box, no weird break-in phase, and the grip on the bottom gives a nice, stable feel without being bulky. Bonus points for the fact that they’re made with some bio-based materials—love when cute and comfy also tries to be eco-conscious.If New Balance ever discontinues this model, I might panic a little. 😅 For now, I’ll just keep restocking every time I wear through a pair.