I've had my New Balance 854s (old type) since February this year. I've worked out I've done around 450 miles in them, and I think the heel cushioning is wearing now. I love the bounciness of them and am keen to buy the same model again, but I wondered if anyone had tried the new version?
Apparently "for 2005 it is updated with premium ACTEVA® Midsole material offering superior cushioning and midsole durability."
Has anyone tried them? Are they worth the extra few pounds?
Thanks!
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I'm pleased they're more cushioned now. The only reason I ask is in some of the online stores, they're selling the older ones off for cheaper. I'm willing to pay more though as I think the extra cushioning will be worth it.
Thanks again!
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you could get 2 pairs for the price of one like I do.
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There ya go - sorry for shouting - the other number is someones house I think.
Incidentally, how long do you find your NB shoes last? The cushioning in mine started going after around 400 miles - is this normal? I love the shoes though, hence why I'm buying more...
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The cushioning will go before the shoes start to look dilapidated or worn out.
Be aware the shoes from the factory shops are either end of line, old stock or (mainly) seconds BUT the quality control is so tight you'd generally be hard pushed to tell a second from a first quality.
Rach, what ARE you doing with the Llama??!!
I'm just walking the llama. I'm impressed you were able to see enough on that small pic to know it wasn't a friend wearing a chicken suit standing next to me ;-)
I believe them....
:-)
Rach E, my horse was once seriously upset by a Llama, I have since become an expert at spotting them from a great distance.
Anyway, my new NB 854s have arrived, and I went for a run with them yesterday. And my knee/ankle/foot arch problems completely disappeared! I think I'm going to have to get new shoes every 300-400 miles now as it makes such a difference.
I'm a heavy runner and over-pronate quite a bit. The 854's feel very well cushioned and supportive and comfy too, though I've noticed my achilles/calf after a couple of runs (never had that problem with my Saucony Grids).
But 854s go through the factory in some fair volume so it shouldn't take too long.
Still, I'll still buy some from the factory shop when the do contact me...
Now I just need to go and return the pair I bought for £70.