Fresh Foam 1080v13
Podiatrist Approved

New Balance

Fresh Foam 1080v13

9.1/10 Sole Score
5.0 · 1 reviews

A roomy toe box meets soft foam — gentle on bunions and forefoot pressure.

WalkingTravelHelps · Plantar Fasciitis

The full review

The Fresh Foam 1080v13 pairs New Balance's softest Fresh Foam X midsole with a genuinely accommodating toe box. It's the shoe I most often recommend for patients with bunions, hammer toes, or forefoot neuromas who still want a cushioned ride.

Key features

  • Fresh Foam X midsole — softer than v12
  • Hypoknit upper with engineered stretch zones
  • Ultra Heel design hugs the rearfoot
  • Blown rubber outsole for grip and shock absorption

What works

  • +Genuinely roomy toe box
  • +Available in 2A through 4E widths
  • +Smooth heel-to-toe transition

Worth knowing

  • Upper can feel warm in summer
  • Premium price point