New Balance 1600 Review

New Balance 1600

RELEASE DATE:

•   October 2012
  

Complementing the line in a lightest-in-class attack of our line to the marathon flat realm is the New Balance 1600 racing comp. Utilizing intelligent geometries with REVlite RC in a midsole unit with enough cushioning for the 26.2-mile long haul.

These shoes are good to be used as a racing flat and occasionally for speed work.    They fit extremely well and feel great for a racing flat.

These shoes felt good for mid to long range training runs.  Also, I used them for runs up to 20 miles which the shoe felt sturdy and my feet felt  quick and light.

SPECS:

• Weight: 5.9 oz (size 9)
• Heel to Toe Drop: 6 mm (Zero Drop)
• Available Widths: D=Medium
• Sizing: Standard running shoe length
• Colors : Blue-Grey-White-Black

CONSTRUCTION:

Upper:

• Open Mesh covers the majority of the upper for lightweight breathability
• FantomFit a skeletally engineered upper providing an ultralight fit and support
• Combination Last utilizes slip construction in the heel for flexibility and reduced weight, and Strobel construction in the forefoot for underfoot comfort

Midsole:

• RevLite is an innovative foam compound that provides lightweight, responsive cushioning

Outsole:

• Blown rubber runs the length of the shoe for increased cushioning and responsiveness
• DynaRide is a lightweight, high traction outsole

PROS:

• Lighweight Race Shoe: a Super Lightweight running shoe, 5.4 oz!
• Breathable: OpenMesh provides great open-air upper mesh design
• Very Cushioned: RevLite midsole- super lightweight and shock absorbing
• FantomFit an upper providing an ultralight fit and support
•  DynaRide is a lightweight, high traction outsole
• Excellent Protection: G3 Sole, a high energy impact absorption and rock debris protection
• Stability: Mizuno Wave Technology provides the perfect balance of lightweight cushioning and stability

RECOMMENDED USE:

• Road Running, Road Races, Daily Training.  The 1600 is a minimum featured shoe designed for road racing.   It is intended for marathon racing.

CONCLUSION:

• A fast, neutral, responsive, lightweight marathon racing shoe