New Balance Fresh Foam Vongo

New Balance continues to add kilometers in the innovation section in pursuit of paving the way for runners, and that they have the option to improve their running experience in each training and race. And this time the focus is on the spectrum of pronator runners, because the new Fresh Foam Vongo is the first model of this successful family of the American firm that gives priority to stability control. Through the latest trends in intelligent geometries, the Fresh Foam Vongo incorporates a wide base of support, and thus a more stable platform without sacrificing cushioning.

In the midsole, the Fresh Foam cushioning system is the star material, since it is 11% lighter and 13% softer than other materials used by the New Balance brand. Although the great novelty of the Fresh Foam Vongo is that it leaves aside the issue of the double densities of this exclusive foam to focus on both the outer and inner profiles to enhance the stability section. The convex and concave hexagons on the inside and outside, focused on increasing stability, flexibility and reactivity, are striking.

Outsole divided into two zones for improved traction and grip.

The New Balance Fresh Foam Vongo also features an outsole with Blown Rubber compound and the usual hexagon structure from toe to heel, ensuring good grip. In addition, the most novel aspect of the Vongo's outsole is that it features a two-part composition in the rearfoot area, through a central groove. On the one hand, the idea is to improve traction and grip, and on the other hand, to facilitate a smoother transition and more flexibility.

The design of the upper follows the line of the New Balance Fresh Foam Boracay 2 or the Fresh Foam Zante v2, featuring a seamless upper, and a lightweight and highly breathable material. All this comes from the combination of a breathable mesh with a perforated midfoot wrap.

On the other hand, the New Balance Fresh Foam Vongo has a low profiledrop of 4 millimeters, which points towards the minimalist concept, to achieve a more natural footprint. The weight is 300 grams for the men's version, and 249 grams for the women's model.

With all these features, the New Balance Fresh Foam Vongo is designed for mild pronators and neutral runners, who prioritize an extra point of stability, more flexibility, and without giving up being a light and comfortable shoe. Option indicated for both competition and training to run at medium and fast paces.