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View more pricesGender | Men , Women |
Men weight | 294 gr |
Women weight | 236 gr |
Drop | 8 mm |
Cushion | Neutral |
Runner weight | Light , Medium , Strong |
Running gait | Neutral |
Surface | Trail |
Use | training |
Pace | Medium |
Foot | Normal feet |
Strike | heel |
Distance | Short , 10K , Half-marathon |
Eco-friendly | Recycled material |
Colour | Blue , Grey , Orange , Black , Red , Green |
Year | 2022 |
It is one of the trail running shoes from New Balance that offers the best value for money among the different options available on the market today. The New Balance Nitrel v5 has arrived maintaining its main hallmarks, but also with improvements, designed to optimise the running experience of the outdoor lovers.
As we said, this trail running shoe, the New Balance Nitrel v5, isn't a radical change from its previous version. But it doesn't need to be, because it offers a perfect combination of comfort and performance. We are talking about a model designed and developed to meet all the expectations placed upon it.
The first point we'd like to emphasise at RUNNEA is that the New Balance Dynasoft Nitrel v5 is an ideal choice for newcomers to trail running, serving as an excellent introductory trail running shoe. It's also suitable for short to medium-distance training sessions on less technical terrain.
When comparing these Nitrel v5 shoes from New Balance with their predecessor, the New Balance Nitrel v4, the most significant update can be found in the upper.
On this occasion, the renewed New Balance Nitrel v5 implements a new engineered mesh to ensure greater breathability and durability. Notably, all overlays are seamless, contributing to an improved fit and comfort, and giving the trainer a sleeker aesthetic.
In addition, another interesting detail of the upper of the v5 Nitrel is that it features a more adjustable lacing webbing, allowing for a personalised fit and enhanced support.
As seen in many popular New Balance trail running shoes, such as the New Balance Fresh Foam X Hierro v7 and New Balance Fresh Foam More trail v2, the New Balance Nitrel v5 includes the TeoProtect compound in the toe cap. This compound provides reinforcement and protection against external elements in this critical part of the trainer.
Regarding the midsole, the new and exclusive Dyansoft material from New Balance continues to be the brand's bet. A technological resource that provides an optimal level of cushioning, very comfortable and responsive in each stride. In addition, there is improvement in the Dynasoft material, which has up to a 3% of biological content, as indicated by the brand itself. That is, renewable resources whose mission is to reduce the carbon footprint. For its part, the EVA foam insert contributes to raising the degree of comfort of the model.
The outsole of the New Balance Dynasoft Nitrel v5 maintains the AT Tread compound pattern, which is able to offer a more versatile traction to adapt to both off-road and asphalt sports activities.
In terms of technical specifications, the New Balance Nitrel v5 has a higher drop than the Nitrel v4, going from 6 mm to 8 mm. This is because its midsole gains in height, also guaranteeing a higher degree of stability and comfort in each step.
However, this change in its geometry does not translate into a heavier weight, but quite the opposite, because the version for men weighs 294 grams; while in the version for women, this model comes in at 236 grams.
In short, this New Balance Dynasoft Nitrel v5 is designed for neutral-gait runners with intermediate and high weights and for different types of running paces. However, it's essential to note that this model isn't suited for high mountain terrain or long-distance running. All of this comes at a highly competitive price point.
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