The i-Run team says
The New Balance Fresh Foam X Hierro V8 Gore-Tex shoe for men features a new eco-friendly design for your trail sessions. Still as effective as ever, it easily adapts to your preferences.
Fresh Foam X Hierro V8 Gore-Tex, for which type of athlete, what use, what distance, and surface?
Its accessible design makes it suitable for all practitioners, from beginners to experienced runners. You can enjoy it during your regular outings 2 to 5 times a week.
All distances, it accompanies you during your training or competitions on trails up to ultra distances.
Fresh Foam X Hierro V8 Gore-Tex, what usage?
+ Particularly stable, the Fresh Foam X Hierro V8 allows you to fully enjoy your trail sessions regardless of your goals. Its more eco-friendly design reduces the impact on natural resources.
- If you want superior traction on wet or muddy surfaces, we recommend the New Balance Summit Unknown SG.
Why choose the Fresh Foam X Hierro V8 Gore-Tex?
Among its various qualities, you will find:
- A versatile and reliable grip.
- Effective and durable cushioning for both short and long distances.
- Its enveloping upper that adjusts comfortably.
- Its waterproofing ensured by the Gore-Tex membrane.
- An environmentally friendly manufacturing process.
Fresh Foam X Hierro V8 Gore-Tex, what?s new?
We compared this new model with the previous version, the Fresh Foam X Hierro V7 GTX, and here are the differences:
- A new, more eco-friendly outsole that is also more durable and provides better grip on wet surfaces.
- A new drop of 6 mm.
Features of the Fresh Foam X Hierro V8 GTX
- Drop: 6 mm
- Cushioning: The lightweight and dynamic foam in the midsole offers efficient strides and excellent cushioning.
- Upper (the upper part that wraps around your foot): The new hybrid mesh offers you optimal breathability, and the waterproof Gore-Tex membrane protects your feet from the elements. The heel counter improves support, while the front reinforcement protects your toes from debris.
- Outsole: With a new, more eco-friendly design, the outsole ensures optimal grip on a variety of dry or wet surfaces. The 4 mm lugs enhance your traction and grip on trail paths.
- Removable insole
- Width D: standard
- Weight as measured by i-Run: 303 g in size 42
Technologies
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Toe Protect
Protection system placed at the front of the foot to prevent impacts against stones or rocks.
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Gore-Tex
The Gore-Tex fabric offers waterproof protection and enhances durability and breathability.
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Fresh Foam X
The latest version of New Balance's renowned foam, the Fresh Foam X, offers high-performance cushioning that provides explosive energy return and a comfortable, natural bounce with every stride.
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Green Leaf
The Green Leaf standard unique to New Balance highlights the presence of environmentally friendly materials. For textiles that meet this standard, 50% or more of the materials used must be part of an eco-responsible approach. This means they can come from recycled fibers or, as with cotton, from sustainable farming methods (such as the Better Cotton Initiative, for example).
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Vibram EcoStep EVO
The content of Vibram Ecostep EVO is obtained through a production process that uses a minimum of 30% recycled Vibram rubber. An innovative combination of sustainable development and performance, providing better durability and grip on both dry and wet surfaces.
