The Bottom Line
This is a lightweight performance training shoe that is also a cushioned shoe. It is flexible. It comes in narrow, normal and wide widths. The cushioning helps relieve leg fatigue in long walks and runs such as the 10K, half marathon and marathon.
Pros
- Cushioned training shoe
- Wicking lining
Cons
- Higher heel than required for walking
Description
- Lightweight cushioned training shoe
- For neutral feet
- Built on the PL-1 last.
Guide Review - New Balance 1063
The New Balance 1063 is a lightweight cushioned neutral training shoe. It is built for those who don't overpronate and who appreciate cushioning. Built on a new athletic last, the upper is has a more snug fit, while still maintaining a roomy toe box that accommodates those with bunions.
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Flexible
Fast walkers need a lightweight, flexible shoe that will allow them to roll through a step. The 1063 has excellent flexibility.Stability
The 1063 is built for those with a neutral gait. It has New Balance's Stability Web, but it doesn't provide motion control for those who overpronate.Cushioning
The 1063 has serious cushioning without adding much weight. Each shoe was less than 2 ounces heavier than the lightweight 826 model I loved (until discontinued). Their patented heel crashpad gives this shoe its excellent cushioning, especially for heavy heel-strikers. I also found this to be a fantastic cushioned shoe for slow "tourist walking" and standing, especially when you need to transition to faster walking. The extra cushioning make this a good shoe for long walks such as 10K, half marathon and marathon. Reviewers report excellent durability for this shoe as well. The one drawback is that the heel is little higher than walkers require.Lacing System
The 1063 ships with the sausage-like Sure Lace system that are supposed to stay tied better and remain in place rather than tightening up at the toe end of the lacing system.Lace Your Shoes to Fit
Bunion Ease?
I worried that the snugger fit of the 1063 would lead to bunion pain, but found none when wearing the wide model. In fact, I wanted to wear this shoe all day, every day, despite having bought the orange pair!Wicking Lining
A wicking fabric liner that helps prevent developing blisters. This makes this an excellent hot weather shoe.
