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View more pricesGender | Men , Women |
Men weight | 319 gr |
Women weight | 262 gr |
Drop | 8 mm |
Cushion | High |
Runner weight | Medium , Strong |
Running gait | Neutral |
Surface | Trail |
Use | training , Racing |
Pace | Low , Medium |
Fabric | Gore-tex |
Foot | Normal feet |
Strike | heel |
Distance | Short , 10K , Half-marathon , Marathon , ultra-trail |
Colour | Yellow , Blue , Grey , Marroni , Orange , Black , Green |
Year | 2022 |
New Balance 's best-selling trail running shoe is updated and features new aesthetics and improved performance with the inclusion of the signature Gore-Tex lining for training and/or racing in adverse weather conditions. So these revamped New Balance Fresh Foam X Hierro v7 GTX become the ideal choice for long distance winter training in outdoor terrain.
These New Balance Fresh Foam X Hierro v7 Gore-Tex is the most iconic trail runningshoe of the Boston brand. Hence, they maintain all the features of its original version, ensuring maximum comfort and safety. Now, of course, with that waterproof feature added by the Gore-Tex membrane.
If there is something that characterizes this saga of the New Balance Hierro is that it is a model that presents one of the best midsoles on the market. It is not a section that should be overlooked, because the evolved Fresh Foam X compound -now the foam is somewhat denser-, and of a single piece, offers as a result a great balance between comfort, cushioning and stability.
Another highlight that these Hierro v7 Gore-Tex also integrate from the original model of the New Balance Fresh Foam X Hierro v7 is its outsole. Speaking of a trail running shoe is a strategic point, and here the staff of New Balance does not hesitate to add the best of the best, the Vibram Megagrip compound. This is also coupled with a lug with different depths and sizes to improve grip and traction regardless of the terrain where you step.
Evidently, the main novelty that these New Balance Fresh Foam X Hierro v7 GTX bring with them compared to the standard version is the inclusion of that Gore-Tex membrane. In this way, the updated upper jumps out at you. The waterproofing allows you to keep your feet cool and dry at all times in adverse conditions of rain and wind, but it is also able to add an extra layer of protection to extend the life of the model. All this without sacrificing the breathability of the model.
For their part, New Balance 's product developers do not dispense with the overlays, which are presented without seams, and favor a more personalized fit. They also contribute to give a distinguished and elegant touch to the model.
Considering that the New Balance Fresh Foam X Hierro v7 GTX is offers a specialized construction to cope with the most uneven terrain and moisture, this is an ideal choice for long distances, ensuring comfortable, cushioned and stable footsteps from the first to the last kilometer.
Thus, this waterproof version of the New Balance Hierro v7 Gore-Tex is an ideal option for trail runners of any weight for all distances, and, in principle to add kilometers at soft and calm rhythms, from 4:40 min/km onwards.
By the way, given all the features it presents, this New Balance model is also one of the options to consider for use as a hiking shoe for each of your libre outings.
Compared to the New Balance Fresh Foam X Hierro v7, this model with waterproof Gore-Tex membrane of the Hierrvo v7 does not mean an excessive increase in weight. We are talking about 262 grams for women's trail running shoes, and 319 grams for men's trail running shoes shoes. Its drop remains at 8 millimeters, which ensures a better feeling of contact with the ground without losing that section of stability.
Of course this new version of the New Balance Fresh Foam X Hierro v7 GTX is a sure hit not only as a trail runningshoe option for winter running, but also because it offers unparalleled comfort, stability, cushioning and traction on different mountain terrains.