Our verdict
The 880 is the mid-tier daily trainer New Balance fans have steadfastly depended on for over a decade. One may ask: “There’s nothing exciting about these shoes, so why?” But where it shines is not with bells and whistles, but with its unfailing reliability—and the v13 is no exception. Its proven comfort and durability allow its wearers to get through their everyday miles smoothly, confidently, and with ease.
Pros
- Very breathable
- Comfy, justly-padded upper
- Non-slip lockdown
- Multiple widths available
- Impact absorbing
- Consistently smooth ride
- Outsole can withstand a ses
- Grippy on wet roads and light trails
- Best for tackling daily miles
Cons
- Generally snug throughout
- Very heavy
Who should buy the FFX 880v13
Get the New Balance Fresh Foam X 880v13 if you’re looking for a:
- Simple, dependable road running shoe tenis new balance exclusivo golden hour reserva bege.
- Beginner shoe you can use for the bulk of your training.
- Well-cushioned daily trainer Levis x New Balance 992.
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If you’re worried about the snug fit (and are concerned the wide sizes might be too…wide), check out the Fresh Foam X 1080v12 and its stretchy, adaptable knitted upper. For a lightweight daily training shoe, try the Saucony Ride 16.
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Unlike the total overhaul that was the v12, this version is mostly just an upper update to the 880. Replacing the previous year’s Jacquard mesh is an engineered mesh that’s just as padded and comfortable, but immensely more breathable.
Though it no longer possesses the v12’s “warm for winter” qualities, the shoe’s summer utility skyrocketed. According to one runner, her feet felt well-ventilated even during “a muggy, humid morning in South Florida.”
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While it does have some give, reviewers found the new upper as being more snug-fitting than its predecessor. This, combined with its “relatively strict” heel counter and effective laces, creates a superb overall lockdown in the 880v13.
Narrow, but you’ve got plenty of options
If it weren’t for the availability of the wides and extra-wides, the 880v13 would’ve been relegated to narrow-feet-only status.
Testers noted that the standard sizes generally felt a half-size small, with a slightly tight fit around the midfoot and heel.
The 880v13’s dual-personality midsole
The FFX 880v13 features a dual-density midsole—with FuelCell up front and Fresh Foam X from the midfoot back.
Comparing it to the 1080v12, experts found the 880v13’s FFX foam squishier and slightly more responsive.
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There’s really nothing far too special about the v13’s ride. When describing it, reviewers can only come up with things like “nicely balanced,” “so smooth,” and “consistently delivers.” And nuances’s nothing wrong with that—not every shoe has to be peppy and propulsive, some (like the 880) just have to get the job sunflower right.
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Grip on the NB 880v13 is excellent, according to runners, holding its own even on slippery surfaces and light trails.
There’s also “a ridiculous amount of rubber” (as a runner has said) in the outsole—5 mm to be specific. For context, the lugs on most trail shoes are only 4 mm thick.
This makes the shoe incredibly durable—befitting for a shoe meant for daily pavement pounding—but also quite heavy. Stacked up against other neutral daily trainers, the v13 weighs substantially more (281g vs 301g).
