Each week, Endurance Magazine Online will feature a review of new shoes, currently available at many specialty retailers throughout the U.S. Nearly every model can be found at these specialty running stores, but more importantly, you’ll find the people that know running and can help you find the shoe that will best meet your individual needs based on foot type, running style, mileage and where you like to run. Use this information as an appetizer, but for the main course, be sure and visit your local specialty running store since they are the ones that can truly satisfy your craving for the right shoes you can use.
This week, we feature the NEW BALANCE 758:
Support: Neutral / Price: $90.00 / Weight: 8.4 oz. (women) & 10 oz. (men)
This lightweight, neutral trainer is an ounce lighter than the 757 due to lighter midsole, but retains cushioning and impact force distribution thanks to N-ergy and ABZORB® technology. Also new is the NLOCK® support system which enhances midfoot support and moisture-wicking system to keep your feet dry aptly named, LIGHTENING DRY Phantom Liner TM.
“The New Balance 758s offers a similar fit and feel to the higher priced neutral shoes but at an economical price tag. I was pleasantly surprised at how well the upper fit my foot and how well this shoe responded on my longer runs.”
– Lori Dreiling Publisher, Oklahoma Sports & Fitness Magazine/Co-owner, Fleet Feet Tulsa. Lori has been running for 25 years and currently runs about 20 miles per week. Her favorite distance is the Half Marathon and her most recent event was the Nike women’s Marathon.
