Fresh Foam X Hierro V9
A soft, well-cushioned trail shoe with a 4mm drop and 6mm Vibram lugs, built for long days on moderate terrain and easy transitions from road to trail.
Pick for Daily and Long run and Technical in the New Balance trail lineup
- Terrain
- trail
- Primary use
- Daily trail training
- Also good for
- Easy trail run, Trail long run, Door-to-trail
- Cushion
- high
- Firmness
- soft
- Stability
- neutral
- Weight
- 310g
- Drop
- 4mm
- Stack
- 42/38mm
- Lug
- 6mm
- Midsole
- Dual-density Fresh Foam X
- Outsole
- Vibram rubber
- Upper
- Breathable knit with gusseted tongue
- Widths
- standard
- Release
- 2026
A comfort-first trail cruiser for runners who prioritize plush cushioning and all-day wearability over nimble handling on technical ground. Its dual-density Fresh Foam X midsole is the defining feature.
A soft top layer over a firmer base gives a plush, protected feel with a bit of stability; at 310g it is not quick but rides comfortably over long distances.
Standard neutral fit with a breathable knit upper and gusseted tongue to keep out debris; runs true to size for most.
Long, cushioned runs on smooth-to-moderate trails and door-to-trail outings where comfort matters more than ground feel.
You want a light, responsive shoe for fast or highly technical terrain, where the weight and soft stack blunt precision.