My New Friends - New Balance 768 running shoes

By James D | November 19, 2008

Three weeks ago I entered into a new relationship. A clandestine affair that has left me feeling guilty when I look at what I have had before.

I’ve had other trainers before. Ones that have helped me get from A to B on my journey from here to there but I’ve recently found companionship with a new pair of shoes that provide me with a type of support that I have never had before. They also provide lots of cushioning which is good since I’m pretty heavy at the moment!

I’m talking about the New Balance 768’s in which I have now run around 70 miles.

These shoes give a sort of comfort in stride that I have never really had before. Prior to owning them I have always run in what would probably be considered Cross Trainers and as these are my first pair of running shoes I can really tell the difference.

As a runner I require some extra support for my instep and comparative to trainers in which I have run before, I can confirm that these trainers do meet the requirements of an ‘overpronator‘ such as I. When I run, I can literally feel the extra support and how it corrects my stride and foot-fall.

So for anyone who is looking for a first pair of running shoes or a change from their current pair, I can highly recommend the New Balance 768’s.  The New Balance 768’s usually retail for £79.99 but Sportsshoes are selling them for £39.99 plus £4.99 P&P.

If you want to find out a bit more about the 768’s take a look at this video I found on Youtube.

In other news,  I went out for my first run in over a week on Saturday and as usual, I have learned something. DO not, ever, try and go out running the morning after a night before. Hangovers and running just do not mix.

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Deal of the Week: New Balance N-Fuse

By Carl | August 26, 2008

This weeks “Deal of the Week” comes from Millet Sports and is one of the latest shoes from New Balance.

Millet Sports are selling the New Balance N-Fuse for just £39.99 + £6.50 for delivery!!

New Balance N-Fuse

It is very unusual for a specialist running shoe manufacturer to launch a running shoe with a price point as low as this. At first we were skeptical, however after trying the N-Fuse we are really impressed. It a comfortable and durable technical running shoe with plenty of cushioning which makes it ideal for Neutral novice runners. Plus it doesn’t look too bad. New Balance really have come on leaps and bounds in the looks department recently!  

Click on this link for further information about the Men’s New Balance N-Fuse from Millet Sports.

Click on this link for further information about the Women’s New Balance N-Fuse from Millet Sports.

Good Luck! We would really like to hear what you think about the N-Fuse, especially if you are a first time runner.

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