New Balance 1080v4

The New Balance 1080 V4 is undoubtedly one of the best top of the range cushioning shoes for neutral runners in 2014. Despite its short life, the 1080 stands out for its light weight, less than 300 grams9 USA), its excellent cushioning, good stability and how well it responds both in fast workouts and in long-distance runs or competitions. A perfect model also for flat runners.

New features and characteristics

Upper: It has undergone a total redesign and that era one of the strengths of the previous versions but for version 4, have been eliminated much of the seams to leave a clean design and most importantly a great fit.

The achilles and ankle area has also undergone changes for a more stable fit and feel in the race.

Technologies

- Synthetic mesh upper that provides lightweight and support.

- Stability Web: This shoe collar piece provides midfoot stability and reduces the weight of the shoe

- Removable Ortholite sockliner provides long-lasting comfort and cushioning along with breathability and odor resistance

- N2: Ultra-lightweight TPU resin midsole provides outstanding cushioning and also saves weight due to its lower density.

- Forefoot Flex Grooves: Forefoot flex grooves increase forefoot flexibility.

- N-durance: Highly abrasion- and friction-resistant carbon rubber outsole for increased durability

- Dual Density Collar: Combines a very soft foam layer in contact with the foot for cushioning along with a firmer layer underneath to provide stability

- Phantom Fit: Seamless internal knit to enhance the fit of the synthetic leather upper without compromising internal support.

- Blown Rubber Forefoot: Injected rubber outsole that increases grip and cushioning.

- Abzorb strobel board: Material placed throughout the shoe to maximize cushioning and comfort.

- Abzorb Foam: Lower density EVA foam layer provides a more pleasant foot strike transition from landing.

- 3M Reflective: Improves visibility