Our verdict

90
Superb!

For the majority of its users, the New Balance Fresh Foam Beacon delivered the perfect balance of cushion, lightness, and snappiness. Many were very impressed with its performance and thought there was little to none about the shoe that was worth criticizing. Overall, the Fresh Foam Beacon was a shoe that many considered highly recommendable to anyone looking for reliable running gear.

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  • Comfortable ride
  • Well-cushioned
  • Lightweight
  • Adequate arch support
  • Responsive
  • Flexible upper
  • Reasonable price

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  • Narrow forefoot
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Who should buy the Fresh Foam Beacon

The New Balance Fresh Foam Beacon is a neutral running shoe that’s made for the roads and for a variety of activities like speed training and racing. This shoe is ideal for you if:

  • You are a neutral pronator looking for a shoe that is compatible with all-day wear 
  • You want a cushioned long-distance running shoe that fits any type of footstrike pattern

New Balance Fresh Foam Beacon fresh foam print

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  • Engineered knit upper for a lightweight yet secure coverage
  • Fresh Foam underfoot cushioning in a full-length build that efficiently carries the foot throughout the running session
  • Blown rubber outsole that is strategically placed on high-wear areas for increased durability

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Blown rubber is the material that’s used in the outsole unit of the New Balance Fresh Foam Beacon. It’s only placed in areas that are most prone to wear, specifically the lateral side of the heel and the medial side of the forefoot. It protects against damage and provides surface traction.

New Balance Fresh Foam Beacon blown rubber

The rest of the outsole is comprised of ground-contact foam. The textured surface heightens grip while shallow grooves enable flexibility.

New Balance Fresh Foam Beacon ground contact foam

A soft and springy ride from Fresh Foam

The Fresh Foam cushioning unit composes the midsole of the New Balance Fresh Foam Beacon. This full-length material offers a soft and springy ride. And though it looks like it has a substantial thickness, it doesn’t hold a lot of weight. This material is also present in the midsole of the NB Zante series and other popular Серые кроссовки New Balance Running Freshfoam Arishi.

New Balance Fresh Foam Beacon fresh foam

This midsole foam offers a featherweight feel while effectively dispersing landing impact. This foam is lighter than the usual midsole foam and provides long-lasting cushioning throughout the run. 

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The engineered knit upper offers a soft and breathable wrap. This material is also lightweight. It’s capable of bending with the foot, thereby facilitating an in-shoe experience that adapts to the gait cycle.

New Balance Fresh Foam Beacon engineered knit

The overlay system is made of synthetic prints that bolster some sections of the upper, namely the eyelets and the sides. These thin add-ons help in maintaining the structural integrity of the façade.

New Balance Fresh Foam Beacon overlays

The tongue and collar of the New Balance Fresh Foam Beacon are padded. These parts of the shoe are responsible for holding the foot in place and preventing it from wobbling or exiting the foot-chamber accidentally. They also offer additional cushioning for comfort.

New Balance Fresh Foam Beacon tongue and collar

The shoe has a lace-up closure, which offers the foot a secure, comfortable lockdown. Runners can easily adjust the laces to achieve the right fit. There are extra eyelets to further secure the midfoot.