Dynasoft Nitrel V6
The New Balance DynaSoft Nitrel v6 is a budget-friendly neutral trail shoe with soft DynaSoft cushioning aimed at easy trail miles and all-day wear.
In the New Balance trail lineup
- Terrain
- trail
- Primary use
- Daily trail training
- Also good for
- Easy trail run, Door-to-trail
- Cushion
- moderate
- Firmness
- soft
- Stability
- neutral
- Weight
- 286g
- Drop
- 6mm
- Stack
- 22.7/20.2mm
- Lug
- 2.7mm
- Midsole
- DynaSoft
- Widths
- standard
An affordable, entry-level trail trainer built around soft DynaSoft cushioning and a 6mm drop. It's positioned for casual trail runs and everyday wear rather than technical or race performance, and at $79.99 it undercuts most dedicated trail shoes. Its low 22.7/20.2mm stack and shallow 2.7mm lugs suit smooth trails and gravel more than rough ground.
Soft DynaSoft midsole with a moderate 6mm drop delivers a cushioned, comfortable ride that New Balance describes as responsive; better suited to mellow terrain than aggressive, technical trails.
New Balance states it fits as expected for most people, and it comes in standard (D), wide (2E) and x-wide (4E) widths, making it accommodating for a range of foot shapes.
Beginners and casual runners wanting an inexpensive, comfortable neutral shoe for easy trails, gravel paths and all-day walking.
You need aggressive traction, a rock plate or protection for fast or technical mountain terrain, or want confirmed waterproofing.