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Whether you're conquering uneven terrain or all-day activities, this versatile trail-running shoe sits on comfort-driven cushioning and grippy lugs to keep every step firmly grounded.
Perfect for: Trail runners, hikers, walkers and everyone in between who wants a shoe with the protection, cushioning and footing that off-road activities demand.
Upper: Breathable knit flexes and recovers comfortably with every movement of your foot. Toe Protect technology keeps rocks, roots and other trail debris at bay without adding extraneous weight.
Midsole Drop: 4mm. Classified as a low-drop measurement, it encourages shorter strides to help improve running cadence.
Lower: Fresh Foam X made in part with bio-based content puts targeted cushioning under the high-impact areas of your stride. Vibram® rubber and MEGAGRIP lugs ground every stride, step and jump with grippy, reliable confidence—even on wet terrain.
- Trail: provides superior stability and traction on hills, uneven surfaces and changing terrain
- Cushioning: absorbs impact and distributes weight for consistent, buoyant comfort under each step
- Hybrid: transitions from a trail shoe to a street sneaker with high-performance comfort for any activity
- Lace-up style
- Toe Protect technology helps keep rocks, roots and trail debris at bay
- Removable, cushioned insole allows for custom orthotics
- Fresh Foam X data-designed sole puts targeted cushioning underfoot for a plush ride with precision comfort
- Vibram rubber maximizes surface contact for multidirectional traction
- MEGAGRIP tread keeps you firmly grounded on uneven or wet terrain
- Textile and synthetic upper and lining/rubber sole
- Imported
- Item #10461163
Size info
- True to size.
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4.3 out of 5
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Most helpful positive review
Mar 28, 2026
Lightweight, super grip, superstars!
Read great things about these shoes and can confirm they live up to the hype! I crazily wore my foam X Hierro v9’s for the first time during the 25km Noosa Ultra Trail and they were magic. They are lightweight, cushioned and grip like no other. Through mud, water, rocks, grass and road, these shoes are amazing! No slipping or sliding, super support and immediately comfortable. I can’t wait to smash another trail with them soon!
Zoe X
Verified purchase
Reposted from New Balance AU
Most helpful critical review
May 13, 2025
Too Tight, Not Right
I ordered my usual 9, and the 9.5. I received the 9.5 first. When I struggled to put them on, I knew they would not work. After the struggle, the upper was tight around the ankle and the shoe felt stiff and hard. I didn't even try the other shoe. A few days later I received the 9. I tried, just in case something was different in a good way, and it was not happening. Both are going back unfortunately.
Shoelicious
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Shoelicious
Verified purchase
May 13, 2025
Too Tight, Not Right
I ordered my usual 9, and the 9.5. I received the 9.5 first. When I struggled to put them on, I knew they would not work. After the struggle, the upper was tight around the ankle and the shoe felt stiff and hard. I didn't even try the other shoe. A few days later I received the 9. I tried, just in case something was different in a good way, and it was not happening. Both are going back unfortunately.
Fit: Small
Small
True to size
Large
Width: Runs slightly narrow
Narrow
True to width
Wide
Size purchased: 9B
Usual size: 9
Color: CALCIUM/ DARK JUNIPER
1found this helpful
Zoe X
Reposted from New Balance AU
Verified purchase
Mar 28, 2026
Lightweight, super grip, superstars!
Read great things about these shoes and can confirm they live up to the hype! I crazily wore my foam X Hierro v9’s for the first time during the 25km Noosa Ultra Trail and they were magic. They are lightweight, cushioned and grip like no other. Through mud, water, rocks, grass and road, these shoes are amazing! No slipping or sliding, super support and immediately comfortable. I can’t wait to smash another trail with them soon!
Cushy Runner
Reposted from New Balance US
Verified purchase
Mar 27, 2026
Cushy!
Super cushy but feels tall like you might roll an ankle if you’re not careful. Inner elastic is very tight if you have a wide foot. Encourages pronation, less cushy for toe runners. Great traction, light! Great color!!!
Beckie A.
Reposted from Joe's New Balance Outlet
Verified purchase
Mar 23, 2026
amazing
I found these on Chapgpt when researching a great shoe for a Spartan race and they are amazing. When running in the woods or up the bleachers they are incredible.
Hobby22
Reposted from Joe's New Balance Outlet
Verified purchase
Mar 23, 2026
Slick looking and superb performance shoe
Very good looking and great performing shoe! Perfect for the trails and do great when walking and on feet all day
Steviefrankconnor
Reposted from New Balance US
Verified purchase
Mar 19, 2026
Extremely comfortable! True to size.
They make a little too much sound when walking on floors.
