In my opinion, the V5’s are the best looking shoe of the year so far. I’ll definitely be picking up a pair once they’re released. By the way, I’m new to your channel. I’ve been really enjoying your videos. Your enthusiasm and passion for running / running shoes comes over loud and clear. Superb content all round. I’ve now subscribed to your channel. Keep up the excellent work 👏🏼
I don’t know if they’re great looking or not. I sorta like them, but they also look like a special needs shoe. Regardless, they’re getting great reviews. Waiting for a colorway I like.
You are the only channel that is mindful of grammar, subject, verb agreement! Kudos love it keep up the great work. Many people make sva mistakes., As well as comparative adjectives mistakes.
Most shoes aren’t worth the price, particularly the $250 race shoes. The V5 is nice but the V4 is discounted and does the same thing at being the best max cushion trainer out there. The balos should be $180 as it’s their nonplated super trainer but the superblast is $200.
I have been a Ultraboost fanboy for the past 5 years and never gave NB a thought. Thought of them as old guy shoes. ( I was in the gym one day and noted every guy in the gym over 65 had white New Balance's with the big blue N on the side. Lol) Anyway, just ordered the More V5's and can't wait for them to get here!
Early Saturday mornings are my race days..Sunday morning is my easy day to just get out and enjoy the sun coming up and the quiet morning..my feet seem to prefer the non-plated squishy shoes like the Balos or the rebel V3..like your Saturday morning 4-6 bebop runs,those shoes are simple and quiet and bebopping along is what running is all about..you always need to stop and smell the flowers along the way of this journey and don't take yourself too seriously..the bread is my lifelong downfall..enjoy the kids..they're only young once..😊
Still using the More V3’s and the OG Endorphin Shift not sure if more stack and foam make the shoe any different to previous versions, softer yes but any better that’s a matter of opinion really, I would still prefer to use the OG Endorphin Speeds and Novablast than any version after them.
I was looking forward to the Balos but I remember them talking about the ground contact eva a few months back and that's when they lost me especially for a 200$ shoe. I was surprised how fast it's wearing down already
love the balos. had the toe box issue with the more v5 on my pinky toe. a lil too much rocking with more v5 also. Love both shoes, but def prefer balos.
Could you do a list for bigger runners or runners that use more force. Some shoe stability factor are wasted for my if the foam is to soft that when I land on the heel it collapses in or outwards. I go faster outward or stay there to long.My insole correct something. It would be nice to look for a shoe for long or recovery runs or a more uptempo shoe perhaps race shoe. Some factors for bigger runners are. Stiffer heel, stiffer foam, side walls, heel bevel, wider platform, lower than 7cm heel drop is a pre. I test now a lot for me. Uptempo. -Adidas Boston 12, (in landing platform perhaps drives you lilte more outward, the foam in the back is lateral some what lower in the end of the shoe. -Mach 6 (found it good stable!) -brooks Hyperion 2 gts stiffer foam (not test yet) Longer/ recovery -new balance more v5 (not test it, is the foam not to soft?) -HOKA Gaviota 5 (not test yet) -cloud monster 2 -Brook Hyperion max 2(not try yet) stiffer foam -Adidas Adipro 3 (not try yet) -Topo phantom (not like the medial post foam pressure up- but the foam is very stable). Race. -Aesic edge Paris I like the foam perhaps more narrow but stable. Most stable for a race shoe for bigger runners
Balos looks like a nice daily trainer and it doesn't seem like a lot of shoe, which I like. Even shoes like the Superblast and Neo Vista, which are reasonably light can just feel big, whereas the SL2 (36mm), Mach 6 (37mm), and Deviate Nitro 2 just don't feel like big shoes. That said, it doesn't seem like a $200 shoe.
Are you ever gonna sell the trucker hat version of hobby jogger hat? That’d be so dope 😎 Also, the new balance balos is low key your fav shoe lol. You love it
Hahah the balos is great but $200 is just so steep for what it is. And yeah I'll def do a trucker restock at some point - just did the running version for now
I haven't had any issues with the rebel v4 bottoming out. It's definitely not as cushioned as other daily trainers/speed shoes but the foam has held up well through about 120 to 130 miles for me. If you have more miles on it that could be why
@@harjabenharris4510 I had a pair when I first started running earlier this year. And I had a couple bad running days and thought it was the shows so I returned them. Now I know, some days just aren't as good as others. Ice almost copped pair again last week for $120 on amazon but they all sold out. 🙄
@harjabenharris4510 I love those! Had a pair! But earlier this year I was a way less mature runner and thought the shoes were my problem, but it was me so I returned them. Now can't find any!
Do you have any experience with the On Cloudmonster and/or CloudEclipse to compare to these two? Wondering about the Superblast as well. I'm one with too many shoes looking for the goldilocks fun, bouncy and looks great for travel.
Both are great but I'd go for 860 as a replacement for the Ultraboost. It's more of a versatile shoe than the 1080 - 860 is smooth, decently soft and great for any type of run. 1080 is an awesome shoe if you like super soft, but it's not as good for faster running
Can you compare the Balos vs Superblast 2? I am a new runner (18 Months now) and looking for a new long run training/marathon shoe. Don't want to spend the $250 plus for a super shoe, but willing to pay $200 for a super trainer.
Great question! The balos is more of an everyday running shoe with a soft and fun feel, and the superblast 2 is that long run shoe you're looking for. From new balance the main competitor would be the sc trainer v3. I haven't tested the superblast 2 yet but I've heard it's pretty similar to the 1, which wasn't my favorite. I'd highly suggest the novablast 4 as an alternative - it's only $140 vs $200 for the superblast and has a nice protective ride with a decent amount of pep. It's my favorite non plated shoe for long runs
Just jumped in to another marathon build. Looking for another daily/long run shoe for steazy paces. I'm between the novablast 4 & the 860v14. Thoughts for a 6'2" - 190lb runner?
Ayy congrats on the new training block. Both are great options but for that "steazy" zone I'd go 860 - it's a little easier to run fast pace in. I've put down some 6:20 miles in mine and felt great. Novablast maxes out for me around 7:00/6:50 - super comfortable but not the fastest. 860 is the more versatile one
I didn't like v4 at all either (only used for a short parking lot jog but immediately took them off lol) but I love this. It's way different - v4 felt like it had no bounce to me and this thing is surprisingly lively from the rocker and new foam
They are comfortable for walking but I'd recommend the Saucony hurricane 24! They are my current favorite walking shoes - I have a few videos about them on the channel including a comparison to the more v5 ruclips.net/video/hMiRVxmRreM/видео.html and they also made my most comfortable list ruclips.net/video/XTGlRnNfdwk/видео.html they are a little more stable and peppy than the more v5
Both are more cushioned than rebel v4. Balos is like a higher stack version of the rebel but maybe even a touch softer. Rebel is better for fast high end speed and balos is more protective for longer miles
@Yowana Hi, can you make a video where you review the best running shoes for toe runners? As well as being gentle on the knees, with the most cushioning. I feel that the impact is too hard when I run and the pressure on the knees becomes too much. I have New Balance Supercomp trainer V2.
Check out Topo. Cyclone 2 is lower stack but I can do long easy/steady runs in it (6-10 miles for me) and forefoot strike the whole way and feel good at the end. If you're looking for a little more cushioning, Specter 2 coming out from them in August might be the perfect shoe to try. Topo shoes look sort of different but they are by far the most comfortable feeling running shoes I've tried in terms of total foot shape and they make forefoot striking over long distances feel easy for me.
Might also be worth taking some time to look at your form or try different forms and see if an imbalance somewhere might be causing the knee issues. James Dunne has a great youtube channel for this.
New balance are releasing some bangers lately 🔥
Rocking the more v5 in the farmer's market. So comfy 🔥
I'm always up for more More v5 videos 🔥
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I think I need those V5's in my life.
Got some today! Super 🔥🔥
Love your Aeneid and pluperfect tense references! The thinking person’s shoe reviewer!! Knock it out of the park.
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In my opinion, the V5’s are the best looking shoe of the year so far. I’ll definitely be picking up a pair once they’re released. By the way, I’m new to your channel. I’ve been really enjoying your videos. Your enthusiasm and passion for running / running shoes comes over loud and clear. Superb content all round. I’ve now subscribed to your channel. Keep up the excellent work 👏🏼
They’re already available nearly everywhere except New Balance’s site.
@@FrazCollett-Gorton I got some today from fleet feet
@@danielamos672 I live in England and haven’t seen the More V5’s as being available to purchase on any website.
I don’t know if they’re great looking or not. I sorta like them, but they also look like a special needs shoe.
Regardless, they’re getting great reviews. Waiting for a colorway I like.
@@CharlesMayer-wu5rb haha totally! Some of these stack heights are full on, i'd only wear this for running errands or walking solo
Banger of a video and review!! Just ordered the New Balance More V5
You are the only channel that is mindful of grammar, subject, verb agreement! Kudos love it keep up the great work. Many people make sva mistakes., As well as comparative adjectives mistakes.
Nice shoe but just doesn’t seem worth $200.
Most shoes aren’t worth the price, particularly the $250 race shoes. The V5 is nice but the V4 is discounted and does the same thing at being the best max cushion trainer out there. The balos should be $180 as it’s their nonplated super trainer but the superblast is $200.
I have been a Ultraboost fanboy for the past 5 years and never gave NB a thought. Thought of them as old guy shoes. ( I was in the gym one day and noted every guy in the gym over 65 had white New Balance's with the big blue N on the side. Lol) Anyway, just ordered the More V5's and can't wait for them to get here!
Hahaha they definitely have the old guy market cornered but their performance running stuff is top notch as well
@@supwell I'm soon going to be an old guy myself but I refuse to adopt the costume!
maybe thats why some 15 yo kids are breaking WR on them
I’m having a hard time keeping up with all of these shoes but you’ve helped me make a good Christmas list 😂
Early Saturday mornings are my race days..Sunday morning is my easy day to just get out and enjoy the sun coming up and the quiet morning..my feet seem to prefer the non-plated squishy shoes like the Balos or the rebel V3..like your Saturday morning 4-6 bebop runs,those shoes are simple and quiet and bebopping along is what running is all about..you always need to stop and smell the flowers along the way of this journey and don't take yourself too seriously..the bread is my lifelong downfall..enjoy the kids..they're only young once..😊
Agree the More v5 is a great shoe. Like the cushioning much better than the v4.
Thank you for the review
Still using the More V3’s and the OG Endorphin Shift not sure if more stack and foam make the shoe any different to previous versions, softer yes but any better that’s a matter of opinion really, I would still prefer to use the OG Endorphin Speeds and Novablast than any version after them.
I was looking forward to the Balos but I remember them talking about the ground contact eva a few months back and that's when they lost me especially for a 200$ shoe. I was surprised how fast it's wearing down already
love the balos. had the toe box issue with the more v5 on my pinky toe. a lil too much rocking with more v5 also. Love both shoes, but def prefer balos.
this is what i wanted. i love you
Rawdoggin' the miles just to see Will Ferrell baby...
Could you do a list for bigger runners or runners that use more force. Some shoe stability factor are wasted for my if the foam is to soft that when I land on the heel it collapses in or outwards. I go faster outward or stay there to long.My insole correct something. It would be nice to look for a shoe for long or recovery runs or a more uptempo shoe perhaps race shoe.
Some factors for bigger runners are. Stiffer heel, stiffer foam, side walls, heel bevel, wider platform, lower than 7cm heel drop is a pre.
I test now a lot for me.
Uptempo.
-Adidas Boston 12, (in landing platform perhaps drives you lilte more outward, the foam in the back is lateral some what lower in the end of the shoe.
-Mach 6 (found it good stable!)
-brooks Hyperion 2 gts stiffer foam (not test yet)
Longer/ recovery
-new balance more v5 (not test it, is the foam not to soft?)
-HOKA Gaviota 5 (not test yet)
-cloud monster 2
-Brook Hyperion max 2(not try yet) stiffer foam
-Adidas Adipro 3 (not try yet)
-Topo phantom (not like the medial post foam pressure up- but the foam is very stable).
Race.
-Aesic edge Paris I like the foam perhaps more narrow but stable.
Most stable for a race shoe for bigger runners
Need the saucony hurricane 24 vid
Balos looks like a nice daily trainer and it doesn't seem like a lot of shoe, which I like. Even shoes like the Superblast and Neo Vista, which are reasonably light can just feel big, whereas the SL2 (36mm), Mach 6 (37mm), and Deviate Nitro 2 just don't feel like big shoes. That said, it doesn't seem like a $200 shoe.
Are you ever gonna sell the trucker hat version of hobby jogger hat? That’d be so dope 😎
Also, the new balance balos is low key your fav shoe lol. You love it
Hahah the balos is great but $200 is just so steep for what it is. And yeah I'll def do a trucker restock at some point - just did the running version for now
More v5 or 860v14 for a summer euro trip with lots of walking every day??
More V5 vs the skyward X ?? Which one
Please include midfoot fit.
Yowana, Balos vs Superblast 2 please.
May try the Balos to replace the Rebel V4. Have you found the rebel bottoming out in the forefoot?
I haven't had any issues with the rebel v4 bottoming out. It's definitely not as cushioned as other daily trainers/speed shoes but the foam has held up well through about 120 to 130 miles for me. If you have more miles on it that could be why
Got my More V5's today. Super 🔥🔥. I need recommendations on a Half Marathon shoe. Early Over Reaction.. could it be the Balos?
SC trainer V2 is pretty good for half marathons
@@harjabenharris4510 I had a pair when I first started running earlier this year. And I had a couple bad running days and thought it was the shows so I returned them. Now I know, some days just aren't as good as others. Ice almost copped pair again last week for $120 on amazon but they all sold out. 🙄
Endorphin Pro 3 or 4 !
@nicholas5396 I've googled those a lil bit. Just gotta order some and try them on!
@harjabenharris4510 I love those! Had a pair! But earlier this year I was a way less mature runner and thought the shoes were my problem, but it was me so I returned them. Now can't find any!
Better long run revovery shoe; More v5 or 1080v13? Keep up the great videos.
Yeah i think we need a comparison vs the 1080v13 coz just because i have one :)
I have a high arch. Please which one between this 2 shoe would u recommend for walking.thanks pare .
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Which one is more softer?
Do you have any experience with the On Cloudmonster and/or CloudEclipse to compare to these two? Wondering about the Superblast as well. I'm one with too many shoes looking for the goldilocks fun, bouncy and looks great for travel.
I bought both the oc cloudmaster and the nb more v5. Returned the couldmobsters. Nb was more cushiony .
What’s you’re thoughts on 860 and 1080 . I’m comming from a 500 mile ultraboost 1.0😂 time to upgrade .
Both are great but I'd go for 860 as a replacement for the Ultraboost. It's more of a versatile shoe than the 1080 - 860 is smooth, decently soft and great for any type of run. 1080 is an awesome shoe if you like super soft, but it's not as good for faster running
Can you compare the Balos vs Superblast 2?
I am a new runner (18 Months now) and looking for a new long run training/marathon shoe. Don't want to spend the $250 plus for a super shoe, but willing to pay $200 for a super trainer.
Great question! The balos is more of an everyday running shoe with a soft and fun feel, and the superblast 2 is that long run shoe you're looking for. From new balance the main competitor would be the sc trainer v3. I haven't tested the superblast 2 yet but I've heard it's pretty similar to the 1, which wasn't my favorite. I'd highly suggest the novablast 4 as an alternative - it's only $140 vs $200 for the superblast and has a nice protective ride with a decent amount of pep. It's my favorite non plated shoe for long runs
hi what can you recommend a shoe same ride and dna like the mach 5?
Just jumped in to another marathon build. Looking for another daily/long run shoe for steazy paces. I'm between the novablast 4 & the 860v14. Thoughts for a 6'2" - 190lb runner?
Ayy congrats on the new training block. Both are great options but for that "steazy" zone I'd go 860 - it's a little easier to run fast pace in. I've put down some 6:20 miles in mine and felt great. Novablast maxes out for me around 7:00/6:50 - super comfortable but not the fastest. 860 is the more versatile one
@@supwell thanks so much!
Is it possible to like moreV5 if you thought V4 was dog poop? Heel on V5 looks less cut away(positive)
I didn't like v4 at all either (only used for a short parking lot jog but immediately took them off lol) but I love this. It's way different - v4 felt like it had no bounce to me and this thing is surprisingly lively from the rocker and new foam
Why didn’t the hyper make the top ten list 😞?
Only 10 slots 😩 had to make some tofu decisions. Also I had the Skyward X in the $200+ training shoe spot
How are the V5s for walking? I’m looking for a good theme park shoe that can handle 10+ miles of walking per day for a week.
They are comfortable for walking but I'd recommend the Saucony hurricane 24! They are my current favorite walking shoes - I have a few videos about them on the channel including a comparison to the more v5 ruclips.net/video/hMiRVxmRreM/видео.html and they also made my most comfortable list ruclips.net/video/XTGlRnNfdwk/видео.html they are a little more stable and peppy than the more v5
Hey, I was wondering, at what distance of run do you start bringing gels, or something like that, with you?
Great question - anything 16 miles and above or more than 2 hours. That's the point where fueling starts to get more important
More v5 vs 1080v13? + More v5 vs Novablast 4?
Vs ghost max 2
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How does it compare to the Rebel V4?
Both are more cushioned than rebel v4. Balos is like a higher stack version of the rebel but maybe even a touch softer. Rebel is better for fast high end speed and balos is more protective for longer miles
Fellas what is it short for 😂
@Yowana Hi, can you make a video where you review the best running shoes for toe runners? As well as being gentle on the knees, with the most cushioning. I feel that the impact is too hard when I run and the pressure on the knees becomes too much.
I have New Balance Supercomp trainer V2.
Check out Topo. Cyclone 2 is lower stack but I can do long easy/steady runs in it (6-10 miles for me) and forefoot strike the whole way and feel good at the end. If you're looking for a little more cushioning, Specter 2 coming out from them in August might be the perfect shoe to try. Topo shoes look sort of different but they are by far the most comfortable feeling running shoes I've tried in terms of total foot shape and they make forefoot striking over long distances feel easy for me.
Might also be worth taking some time to look at your form or try different forms and see if an imbalance somewhere might be causing the knee issues. James Dunne has a great youtube channel for this.