Customer Reviews New Balance Fresh Foam X 1080v12

based on reviews I ordered half a size smaller than usual, and it fit excellent. (normally I wear 13 for this model I wear 12-1/2). The model 12 is much better designed than the previous model, particularly the heel box. The 12 heel appears to be much more durable in construction. I found the heel of the shoe is great now. Version -11 had an interesting(?) spandex filled with broken hard foam in the heal which lacked durability. I liked the Version-12 so much them I ordered a second pair after just a week trying the first pair out.

I’ve bought the past 8 versions of the 1080 and these are my favorite. I do wish they would come in more color choices in 4E, other than that they’re amazing.

I've always worn size 11 Vans. My last pair of running shoes was the Adizero Boston 6 in size 11, although I would've gone for 11.5 if I had followed the advice of shoe store reps to keep a thumb's width between my toe and the end of the shoe. Unfortunately that version of shoe got discontinued, and I've also gained additional weight so needed something with more cushion for my joints. With the 1080v12, I read a number of online reviews saying to go half a size down and I'm glad I went with size 10.5, which still leaves about a thumb's width between my toes and the end of the shoe. I also ordered the regular non-wide version but the midfoot fit tight (thank you Zappos for free returns!). I've worn enough athletic shoes to know you need something that is comfortable out of the box, and the wide version definitely suits me better. Having said that, the overall fit is slightly loose and I've had to learn how to use the extra lacing hole to get to my desired fit. So far so good, looking forward to regularly jogging in these.