If New Balance only made one running shoe, that shoe would be the 1080. What makes the 1080 unique isn’t just that it’s the best running shoe New Balance makes, it’s also the most versatile. The 1080 delivers top-of-the-line performance to every kind of runner, whether you’re training for world-class competition, or catching a rush hour train. The Fresh Foam X 1080v12 represents a consistent progression of the model’s signature qualities. The smooth transitions of the pinnacle underfoot cushioning experience are fine-tuned with updated midsole mapping, which applies more foam to wider areas of the midsole and increases flexibility at the narrower points. The ultra-modern outlook is also reflected in the 1080’s upper construction. The v12 offers a supportive, second-skin style fit with an engineered Hypoknit upper, for a more streamlined overall design. Meets New Balance's green leaf standard Meets New Balance’s green leaf standard: upper is made of 50% or more recycled content, and at least one midsole/outsole material contains a minimum of 3% bio-based or 5% recycled content. Learn more about New Balance’s green leaf standard Note: This model runs large, compared to previous versions. You may consider ordering down from your normal size.
If New Balance only made one running shoe, that shoe would be the 1080. What makes the 1080 unique isn’t just that it’s the best running shoe New Balance makes, it’s also the most versatile. The 1080 delivers top-of-the-line performance to every kind of runner, whether you’re training for world-class competition, or catching a rush hour train. The Fresh Foam X 1080v12 represents a consistent progression of the model’s signature qualities. The smooth transitions of the pinnacle underfoot cushioning experience are fine-tuned with updated midsole mapping, which applies more foam to wider areas of the midsole and increases flexibility at the narrower points. The ultra-modern outlook is also reflected in the 1080’s upper construction. The v12 offers a supportive, second-skin style fit with an engineered Hypoknit upper, for a more streamlined overall design. Meets New Balance's green leaf standard Meets New Balance’s green leaf standard: upper is made of 50% or more recycled content, and at least one midsole/outsole material contains a minimum of 3% bio-based or 5% recycled content. Learn more about New Balance’s green leaf standard Note: This model runs large, compared to previous versions. You may consider ordering down from your normal size.
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New Balance Fresh Foam X 1080v12 'Light Slate' M1080A12 US 10
If New Balance only made one running shoe, that shoe would be the 1080. What makes the 1080 unique isn’t just that it’s the best running shoe New Balance makes, it’s also the most versatile. The 1080 delivers top-of-the-line performance to every kind of runner, whether you’re training for world-class competition, or catching a rush hour train. The Fresh Foam X 1080v12 represents a consistent progression of the model’s signature qualities. The smooth transitions of the pinnacle underfoot cushioning experience are fine-tuned with updated midsole mapping, which applies more foam to wider areas of the midsole and increases flexibility at the narrower points. The ultra-modern outlook is also reflected in the 1080’s upper construction. The v12 offers a supportive, second-skin style fit with an engineered Hypoknit upper, for a more streamlined overall design. Meets New Balance's green leaf standard Meets New Balance’s green leaf standard: upper is made of 50% or more recycled content, and at least one midsole/outsole material contains a minimum of 3% bio-based or 5% recycled content. Learn more about New Balance’s green leaf standard Note: This model runs large, compared to previous versions. You may consider ordering down from your normal size.
If New Balance only made one running shoe, that shoe would be the 1080. What makes the 1080 unique isn’t just that it’s the best running shoe New Balance makes, it’s also the most versatile. The 1080 delivers top-of-the-line performance to every kind of runner, whether you’re training for world-class competition, or catching a rush hour train. The Fresh Foam X 1080v12 represents a consistent progression of the model’s signature qualities. The smooth transitions of the pinnacle underfoot cushioning experience are fine-tuned with updated midsole mapping, which applies more foam to wider areas of the midsole and increases flexibility at the narrower points. The ultra-modern outlook is also reflected in the 1080’s upper construction. The v12 offers a supportive, second-skin style fit with an engineered Hypoknit upper, for a more streamlined overall design. Meets New Balance's green leaf standard Meets New Balance’s green leaf standard: upper is made of 50% or more recycled content, and at least one midsole/outsole material contains a minimum of 3% bio-based or 5% recycled content. Learn more about New Balance’s green leaf standard Note: This model runs large, compared to previous versions. You may consider ordering down from your normal size.
Prices last updated 10 Mar 2026.
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Authentic Balance Men's Fresh Foam X M1080v12 (m1080a12) Size 10d
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New Balance Fresh Foam X 1080v12 Light Slate Blue Starlight
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originally posted on fleetfeet.com
I've been running on 1080's for a while now. My last pair of 1080 v11's were starting to reach the end. I was curious about the Saucony Endorphin Speed 3's. I tried those. After getting blisters, twice, from the Endorphins I returned them to Fleet Feet and bought the 1080 v12's. I have put down a few heavy runs this week with them. I bought the v12's a week ago. I have already put 50 miles on them and they feel great, nice cushion, yet they can be responsive and allow me to pick up the pace if needed. On Wednesday it rained on me during a 10 mile run. Within minutes I was soaked, the shoes were soaked. I finished the run. No blisters and the shoes were dry in-time for another long run the next morning. These are my favorite shoe.
originally posted on runningroom.com
I've been using New Balance shoes from the V880 series for the last seven years. I've always liked the overall feel with enough cushioning in mostly training scenarios along with some running. I've been running the 10K event at many Ottawa Race Weekends (ORW) with my NB V880s. The FreshFoam variants of the 880 series felt even better.I needed to replace my older pair of 880s. I was aware of the 1080 and I felt it was time to give them a try in their V12 version after checking some reviews online. All I can say is "what a step up", the feel is wonderful and the fit is great. The added cushioning is wonderful, allow for a soft landing, they make my running easier than my 880s. I think that I know which NB shoes I will be wearing this year at the 50th edition of the ... MoreI've been using New Balance shoes from the V880 series for the last seven years. I've always liked the overall feel with enough cushioning in mostly training scenarios along with some running. I've been running the 10K event at many Ottawa Race Weekends (ORW) with my NB V880s. The FreshFoam variants of the 880 series felt even better.I needed to replace my older pair of 880s. I was aware of the 1080 and I felt it was time to give them a try in their V12 version after checking some reviews online. All I can say is "what a step up", the feel is wonderful and the fit is great. The added cushioning is wonderful, allow for a soft landing, they make my running easier than my 880s. I think that I know which NB shoes I will be wearing this year at the 50th edition of the ORW, rain or shine! Give them a try, either for training or running, you will not be disappointed.
originally posted on runningroom.com
In my opinion these are seriously good shoes! I am 66 years old, make a point to walk 10,000+ steps daily, and these shoes are by far the most comfortable I have worn yet. And I just literally wore down the tread on my previous 880 V12s, which I liked as well. These just seem to be that much more comfortable, still offering the same, great support. I highly recommed, especially at the current sale price the Running Room is offering!
Authentic Balance Men's Fresh Foam X M1080v12 (m1080a12) Size 10d
Delivery $69.53
Affiliate Disclosure: We may receive a small commission for purchases made through this link at no extra cost to you. This helps support our site. Thank you!
New Balance Fresh Foam X 1080v12 Light Slate Blue Starlight
Delivery $34.95
I've been running on 1080's for a while now. My last pair of 1080 v11's were starting to reach the end. I was curious about the Saucony Endorphin Speed 3's. I tried those. After getting blisters, twice, from the Endorphins I returned them to Fleet Feet and bought the 1080 v12's. I have put down a few heavy runs this week with them. I bought the v12's a week ago. I have already put 50 miles on them and they feel great, nice cushion, yet they can be responsive and allow me to pick up the pace if needed. On Wednesday it rained on me during a 10 mile run. Within minutes I was soaked, the shoes were soaked. I finished the run. No blisters and the shoes were dry in-time for another long run the next morning. These are my favorite shoe.
I've been using New Balance shoes from the V880 series for the last seven years. I've always liked the overall feel with enough cushioning in mostly training scenarios along with some running. I've been running the 10K event at many Ottawa Race Weekends (ORW) with my NB V880s. The FreshFoam variants of the 880 series felt even better.I needed to replace my older pair of 880s. I was aware of the 1080 and I felt it was time to give them a try in their V12 version after checking some reviews online. All I can say is "what a step up", the feel is wonderful and the fit is great. The added cushioning is wonderful, allow for a soft landing, they make my running easier than my 880s. I think that I know which NB shoes I will be wearing this year at the 50th edition of the ... MoreI've been using New Balance shoes from the V880 series for the last seven years. I've always liked the overall feel with enough cushioning in mostly training scenarios along with some running. I've been running the 10K event at many Ottawa Race Weekends (ORW) with my NB V880s. The FreshFoam variants of the 880 series felt even better.I needed to replace my older pair of 880s. I was aware of the 1080 and I felt it was time to give them a try in their V12 version after checking some reviews online. All I can say is "what a step up", the feel is wonderful and the fit is great. The added cushioning is wonderful, allow for a soft landing, they make my running easier than my 880s. I think that I know which NB shoes I will be wearing this year at the 50th edition of the ORW, rain or shine! Give them a try, either for training or running, you will not be disappointed.
In my opinion these are seriously good shoes! I am 66 years old, make a point to walk 10,000+ steps daily, and these shoes are by far the most comfortable I have worn yet. And I just literally wore down the tread on my previous 880 V12s, which I liked as well. These just seem to be that much more comfortable, still offering the same, great support. I highly recommed, especially at the current sale price the Running Room is offering!
I have a Morton's Neuroma in the right foot and any shoe with enough tightness in the mid or forefoot will cause pain and tingling. I usually wear Keens and recently have been through 3-4 pairs of Speedgoat 4s from Hoka. The speedgoat 5 is tighter in the forefoot. I didn't like the placement of the arch in the Speedgoat 4 (it was too posterior) but tolerable. So this time I looked for something new.The NB Fresh Foam is working out pretty good. The Speedgoats would be sized 2E (wide), but with the NBs I went with regular D. I can't feel the arch, so it's either placed well or insignificant. In the store there was no tightness, but when I wore them for 30+ minutes I noticed some tingling and discomfort in the right foot. So what I did is cut out the side elastic ... MoreI have a Morton's Neuroma in the right foot and any shoe with enough tightness in the mid or forefoot will cause pain and tingling. I usually wear Keens and recently have been through 3-4 pairs of Speedgoat 4s from Hoka. The speedgoat 5 is tighter in the forefoot. I didn't like the placement of the arch in the Speedgoat 4 (it was too posterior) but tolerable. So this time I looked for something new.The NB Fresh Foam is working out pretty good. The Speedgoats would be sized 2E (wide), but with the NBs I went with regular D. I can't feel the arch, so it's either placed well or insignificant. In the store there was no tightness, but when I wore them for 30+ minutes I noticed some tingling and discomfort in the right foot. So what I did is cut out the side elastic material that is connected to the tongue. On either side of the shoe tongue there is elastic material that holds it in place and envelopes your midfoot. It's not tight, but it was enough to start to irritate my neuroma. Once I cut it out the shoe has been about perfect. I left the elastic in the left shoe and no problem.
I have been wearing New Balance running shoes for more than 30 years. I started dealing with plantar fasciitis shortly before COVID struck. I rested both feet (per my orthopedist) for several months and then switched to NB 1080 v10 with orthotics. That helped tremendously. I wore out two pairs of v10 and switched to v11. They worked well also. When v12 came out, they are the best of all. With good after-market orthotics I can run and walk with very little foot pain.
I'm not a runner or professional athlete, but I know what works for me. I've been wearing New Balance shoes forever. Over the last 5-6 years the 1080's were the best for me.I have a high instep and vey wide ball and wear a men's 10 4E with custom orthotics. I could always count on the 1080v5-v9 to fit. I didn't care for the recent high rubber pull or "tongue" or whatever it's called, at the heal. So I avoided them and was able to find earlier models when I needed them.Unfortunately, I can no longer find them but they added padding to that area with the V12, so I decided to try them.No local store, even the Factory stores, had them in my size. Reading about them online many said they run big, I started a chat with a NB rep who advised they did and I should get ½ ... MoreI'm not a runner or professional athlete, but I know what works for me. I've been wearing New Balance shoes forever. Over the last 5-6 years the 1080's were the best for me.I have a high instep and vey wide ball and wear a men's 10 4E with custom orthotics. I could always count on the 1080v5-v9 to fit. I didn't care for the recent high rubber pull or "tongue" or whatever it's called, at the heal. So I avoided them and was able to find earlier models when I needed them.Unfortunately, I can no longer find them but they added padding to that area with the V12, so I decided to try them.No local store, even the Factory stores, had them in my size. Reading about them online many said they run big, I started a chat with a NB rep who advised they did and I should get ½ size smaller. She also indicated that the 680 like the 1080, was a neutral shoe and might be a good choice for me. So I ordered the 1080 V12 in 9.5 4E from NB online. The fatal question I didn't ask, was about the height & width. width, thinking 4E meant 4E.When I got them and compared them to my current V8's, there is a major difference in width. I attempted to stuff my feet into them and found, indeed, they were the right length. However, the width and height missed horribly. I immediately returned them to a local Factory store for a refund.They must have changed the last when they started with the redesigned heal. It's not the same shoe I have loved for years. Maybe they should bring back a "1080 Classic" or just go back to the old last.I needed new shoes, so I had to do something. And I really wanted the "Eclipse with vibrant orange and spring tide" color. So I decided to try my regular size. They are definitely narrower, longer, and shorter on my instep, but are wearable. I'm sure they will break in eventually.Next time I go to a NB store, I'll check out the 680 the NB rep told me about to see if it's the shoe I have to go to until NB changes the 1080 back to something more fitting for my feet.
This is a follow up review. I bought these 1080 V12s in mid-July. I reached 500 miles on them yesterday. Even though they’re not my favorite rendition of the 1080 I still loves them. They did great with short runs and even a couple of 20 mile runs in training for a marathon next week. They are perfect for a recovery day shoe. For the last month and a half I’ve been using these in-between days when I use a much faster shoe. I love putting these on the day after a faster tempo day, or a hill day. After 500 miles the shoes are in great shape. The harder plastic eyelets at the top have cracked and the laces snag on them when tying, just a small issue. Plenty of outer sole to go. Upper looks fine and holding together well. Even though I think I could get at least another ... MoreThis is a follow up review. I bought these 1080 V12s in mid-July. I reached 500 miles on them yesterday. Even though they’re not my favorite rendition of the 1080 I still loves them. They did great with short runs and even a couple of 20 mile runs in training for a marathon next week. They are perfect for a recovery day shoe. For the last month and a half I’ve been using these in-between days when I use a much faster shoe. I love putting these on the day after a faster tempo day, or a hill day. After 500 miles the shoes are in great shape. The harder plastic eyelets at the top have cracked and the laces snag on them when tying, just a small issue. Plenty of outer sole to go. Upper looks fine and holding together well. Even though I think I could get at least another hundred miles out of these shoes I retired them and I’ll use them for walking and everyday use now.
I got the Fresh Foam X 1080v12 as a daily trainer but, to me, it's more of an easy or recovery day kind of shoe. I normally wear 8 and sometimes 8.5 so I ordered 8 EE and it was way too big when I tried it on. So I returned it and ordered 7.5 EE and it's still on the roomy side. NB's idea of "wide" seems to differ from other brands' shoes. Normally, the standard size works fine for me as my width is probably "medium", not "narrow" or "wide". Anyway, I've already put in 20 miles on 1080v12 so I'm keeping it but I've decided that I will put it away for now and use it in the winter with thicker socks.The 1080v12 has good cushioning but isn't quite as soft as I expected, which isn't good or bad, just not what I thought I was getting. It is firmer than I thought it'd ... MoreI got the Fresh Foam X 1080v12 as a daily trainer but, to me, it's more of an easy or recovery day kind of shoe. I normally wear 8 and sometimes 8.5 so I ordered 8 EE and it was way too big when I tried it on. So I returned it and ordered 7.5 EE and it's still on the roomy side. NB's idea of "wide" seems to differ from other brands' shoes. Normally, the standard size works fine for me as my width is probably "medium", not "narrow" or "wide". Anyway, I've already put in 20 miles on 1080v12 so I'm keeping it but I've decided that I will put it away for now and use it in the winter with thicker socks.The 1080v12 has good cushioning but isn't quite as soft as I expected, which isn't good or bad, just not what I thought I was getting. It is firmer than I thought it'd be and has a decent energy return and pop. It's fairly comfortable but is a lot of shoe and heavier than I'd like for a daily trainer or for tempo running. It doesn't make me want to go fast. At the same time, it's not as soft-cushioned as other shoes that I'd consider for easy/recovery running. It sits somewhere in between and I'm not sure what to make of that.Overall, I enjoyed the several 6~7 mile runs I've had with the 1080v12 but it's a little too roomy with my summer socks and feels a bit clunky for faster running. I'm in SoCal and the ongoing 100+ degree heatwave has made me adjust my running schedule and the types of run I make and this shoe just does not fit in right now. Although this may seem like a less-than-positive review, I think it's a very good pair of running shoes. 20 miles isn't enough to make a final judgment and I think I will enjoy the 1080v12 in cooler weather and grow to like it more as time goes by and I rack up more miles.
I bought these to replace my OnCloud monsters for work. They have more cushioning. Am on my feet twelve to fourteen hours a day. Would recommend these to anyone standing all day at work. I wear an 8.5 and the 8.5 fits me perfect. My feet are not narrow, but are on the smaller side and these are pushing the width. May want to think about getting a wider pair, if your feet are wide.
I use them for walking, and some light running. At first i thought the shoes were a huge improvement over the 1080v10 and 1080v11. The heel was supportive and I was certain it would last longer than the v10 and v11. It felt like i was walking on water. 6 months later: the rubber sole has worn through significantly and the heel has completely worn through with cracking of the plastic to boot. I still have the v10 and v11 and they are in better shape. This should not have happened to the v12. It turns out, that there's a 6 month warranty policy that I was not aware of. Lucky for NB, I am 4 days past the 6 month mark and New Balance will not offer an exchange.
