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New Balance 880v15 GTX
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880v15 GTX

The New Balance 880v15 GTX is a neutral daily road trainer with a GORE-TEX waterproof upper.

$174.99MSRP
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Comparable specifications
Use these measurements to compare shoes on equal terms.
Terrain
road
Primary use
Daily training
Also good for
Easy / recovery run, Long run, Walking / all-day
Cushion
high
Firmness
soft
Stability
neutral
Weight
301.7g
Drop
6mm
Stack
not published
Waterproof
Yes
Upper
waterproof engineered mesh
Widths
standard
Easy runsWet conditionsWalkingDaily trainingRoadWaterproofWinterMax cushionRecovery runsWide feetLong runs
Our read

A dependable everyday trainer for runners who log miles in wet weather; the waterproof upper is the whole point, at the cost of extra weight.

Ride

Soft Fresh Foam X cushioning with a moderate 6 mm drop makes for a comfortable, easygoing daily ride rather than a fast one, and it feels heavier than its non-GTX sibling.

Fit

Standard and wide (2E) widths are offered. The GORE-TEX mesh upper is more structured and warmer than the standard 880, and many find it runs slightly snug.

Best for

Runners who need a cushioned daily trainer for cold, wet, or winter conditions and don't mind carrying extra weight for a dry foot.

Avoid if

You want a light or fast shoe, or you run mostly in warm, dry weather where the GORE-TEX membrane traps heat with no benefit.

Sources
What informed our read. We link out rather than reproduce others’ reviews.