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New Balance

Fresh Foam X 1080 v15

$170 Women & Men Specs verified · 2026-08-15

A plush, premium daily shoe notable for coming in four widths — one of the most size-inclusive premium options.

high cushioning 6 mm drop neutral

Best for

  • ✓Premium everyday comfort
  • ✓Wide or narrow feet (four widths)
  • ✓Soft, luxurious feel

Not ideal for

  • ✗Very hot days (warm upper)
  • ✗Buyers wanting a firm platform

Specification sheet

List price Approximate US retail
$170
Weight Manufacturer-reported, size-dependent
10.3 oz (292 g)
Heel-to-toe drop Height difference, heel vs forefoot
6 mm
Stack height (heel) Midsole thickness under the heel
40 mm
Cushioning
High
Stability
Neutral
Widths available
Narrow, Standard, Wide, X-Wide
Waterproof
No
Slip-resistant
—
APMA seal American Podiatric Medical Association acceptance
—
Rocker sole Curved sole that rolls you forward
No
Breathability
High
Flexibility
Medium
Upper
Engineered mesh
Midsole foam
Supercritical EVA (Fresh Foam X)
Outsole
Rubber

Upper

Engineered mesh

Breathability: high

Midsole

Supercritical EVA (Fresh Foam X)

40 mm stack · 6 mm drop

Outsole

Rubber

Flexibility: medium

Where these specs come from

Status

Specs verified · 2026-08-15

Source

IndyBest 2026 review (price & width availability)

Last checked

August 15, 2026

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