New Balance Fresh Foam X 860v13
$$ Mid-range$100.18
tldr; Reliable stability shoe. Cushioned ride with mild support. Good for heavier runners or those needing gentle pronation control.
$100.18 on AmazonSentiment Breakdown
23%Positive
Positive
23%Neutral
61%Negative
16%Based on 90 Reddit opinions
Strengths & Weaknesses
Each axis shows what % of Reddit comments are positive about that topic. Higher = more praise.
Key Features
- Fresh Foam X midsole delivers our most cushioned Fresh Foam experience for incredible comfort
- Durable rubber outsole
- Lightweight synthetic material
- 8 mm drop; due to variances created during the development and manufacturing processes, all references to 8 mm drop are approximate
- Adjustable lace closure for a secure fit
- 💰 Price point criticized as too high
Sentiment Over Time
Historical Price Data
New Balance Fresh Foam X 860v13
New Balance Fresh Foam X 860v13
All-time low: $90.75(2026-03)
$9 below 90-day avg
What Redditors Actually Say
What Redditors Say
Best praise vs top criticism for New Balance Fresh Foam X 860v13
Best Praise
+2 pts“Which 860 do you have? Maybe yours are older and feel flat by now? I have the 860v13 and swear by them, perfect for my flat feet and super low arches! Got two pairs, one for walking and one for running. However, for running 10k and more, I prefer higher cushioned shoes like the Vongo (I have saucony and ASICS shoes for that though). But for walking and standing I’d never consider that much of cushioning, especially since these are also quite rockered. So, my tip: 860v13, the fresh foam x is amazing all day.”
r/RunningShoeGeeks
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+2 pts“Hello, I'm barely starting out jogging/walking to break out of a sedentary lifestyle, along with general day to day use. I'm looking to find shoes that are good for flat feet. I also overpronate (probably due to the flat feet). I've tried New Balance Fresh Foam X 860 V13. When first putting them on, they feel great, but over time, they hurt to stand on. Almost feels like my arches get tired of the shape. Went to a podiatrist. Turns out my feet are quite strong in spite of being flat, so he didn't feel I needed orthotics or PT. He said that any shoe with a thick sole should work well. He mentioned Hoka. I tried the Gaviota and Arahis, but I feel like my inner arch is hugging the side or edge of the shoe. Seems like this is a pretty common complaint about Hoka, but I've also run into that problem with other shoes as well. Seems like my feet can't accommodate pronounced arch support. Looking for recommendations for brands/shoes that would help with the issues I mentioned above. Is there anyone who's had similar issues, but found a shoe that worked for them?”
r/RunningShoeGeeks
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the New Balance Fresh Foam X 860v13 worth buying?
Reliable stability shoe. Cushioned ride with mild support. Good for heavier runners or those needing gentle pronation control.
What do Redditors love about the New Balance Fresh Foam X 860v13?
Redditors highlight: 💰 Price point criticized as too high.
What are the downsides of the New Balance Fresh Foam X 860v13?
Some criticisms include: "Hello,
I'm barely starting out jogging/walking to break out of a sedentary lifestyle, along with general day to day use. I'm looking to find shoes that are good for flat feet."
How accurate are these ratings?
Our sentiment analysis is approximately 80-85% accurate compared to manual review. Products with more mentions (New Balance Fresh Foam X 860v13 has 90) tend to have more reliable scores.
90 Reddit opinions analyzed • Last updated 5/20/2026