Running shoes New Balance ELLIPSE V1

The New Balance Ellipse V1 is a cushioned daily trainer designed for neutral runners tackling easy to moderate-paced road runs. Built for everyday training miles, recovery efforts, and distances up to around 16 km, the Ellipse V1 balances soft comfort with enough responsiveness to keep runs engaging.

The Fresh Foam X midsole delivers a soft, bouncy ride that absorbs impact without feeling mushy or flat. The foam provides a lively, trampoline-like feel with noticeable pop during toe-off, creating smooth transitions at relaxed paces. A rockered geometry with an early forefoot rocker promotes natural forward momentum. While the New Balance Ellipse V1 excels at easier efforts, the midsole can lose some bounce and bottom out on longer runs beyond 16 km or during faster-paced sessions, making it best suited for comfortable daily mileage rather than speed work.

The engineered mesh upper breathes reasonably well and breaks in quickly, molding to the foot with minimal adjustment period. A gusseted tongue with generous padding prevents lace bite, while the plush, padded heel collar provides secure lockdown without excessive pressure. The New Balance Ellipse V1 fits true to size with a roomy toebox, and wide options are available for those needing extra space. Supportive overlays at the midfoot enhance stability without adding bulk.

Strategic rubber coverage concentrates durable material at high-wear zones in the heel and forefoot, with the midfoot left partially exposed to reduce weight. Flex grooves cut into the forefoot assist with smooth flexion during toe-off. The outsole performs well on dry and wet road surfaces, maintaining reliable grip across typical training conditions.

Weight: 273g (EU 43)
Drop: 8mm
Stack: 38mm heel / 30mm forefoot
Terrain: Road
Pronation: Neutral