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New Balance 1063

Discontinued

Reviewed

April 2010

Pros

Snug fit
Roomy toebox
Lightweight

Cons

Fairly stiff
Expensive

Where to Buy

for $135.95

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The New Balance 1063 has been discontinued and replaced with the New Balance 1064 (*Est. $115). The 1063 attracts attention from numerous reviewers for its snug fit, ample toebox and serious cushioning. Designed for runners with high arches and underpronators (whose feet don't naturally have enough inward roll to absorb the shock of running), the New Balance 1063 stands out among neutral running shoes. Reviewers applaud the redesign, which should improve the fit for most runners, and recommend the shoe for long runs and speed work. A few reviewers mention the shoe's firmness, which may be a little too much for some runners, although other reviewers find it relatively lightweight.

There are a number of useful reviews of the New Balance 1063, including evaluations from Runner's World, Running Times and Blue Ridge Outdoors Magazine. Each of these magazines provides a detailed review of the running shoe, but the coverage at Runner's World stands out for its thoroughness. Maine Running Today does a brief review, and Endurance magazine provides a detailed overview of the New Balance 1063.

Where To Buy

MR1063WN New Balance MR1063 Men's Running Shoe, Size: 11.0, Width: D

(24 reviews)
Buy new: $135.95 1 New from $69.98

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1. Runner's World Details/Subscribe

The New Balance 1063 scores a Best Update award from Runner's World, and the magazine's testers love the snug fit and cushioning. Lab testing shows that the New Balance 1063 is one of the firmest shoes in the neutral category.

Review: New Balance 1063, Editors of Runner's World magazine, March 2009

2. RunningTimes.com Details/Subscribe

Running Times editors praise the redesigned last and snug fit of the New Balance 1063, and recommend it for heel strikers. Some testers find the overlay annoying, but overall the running shoe is praised for its versatility and fit.

Review: Training Shoe: New Balance 1063, Brian Metzler, April 2009

3. Blue Ridge Outdoors Details/Subscribe

Blue Ridge Outdoors Magazine labels the New Balance 1063 one of the fastest running shoes of 2009, with terrific impact absorption and a flexible outsole. The editors find the shoe very durable, thanks to a good design in the heel pad and midsole.

Review: The Need for Speed: The Fastest Running Shoes of 2009, Editors of Blue Ridge Outdoors Magazine, Feb. 26, 2009

4. Maine Today

John Rogers, founder and CEO of the Maine Running Company, highlights the New Balance 1063 as the best upgrade of 2009. He finds it a considerable improvement over the New Balance 1062 and praises the lightweight design and new midsole.

Review: New Running Shoes That Rock in 2009, John Rogers, Dec. 2, 2008

5. Endurance Magazine Details/Subscribe

Joe Nuss, the editor of Endurance magazine, personally tests the New Balance 1063 over a month-long period and finds it comfortable and breathable with a smooth heel-to-toe transition. He finds the cushioning holds up well over rugged terrain, including trails.

Review: Gear Review: New Balance 1063, Joe Nuss, Feb. 5, 2009

6. RoadRunnerSports.com

About 60 owners have reviewed the men's version of the New Balance 1063, and a few more have reviewed the women's version. Most reviews are excellent, with most giving the New Balance running shoe the highest possible rating.

Review: Men's New Balance 1063, Contributors to RoadRunnerSports.com

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