Putting the New Balance Fresh Foam More Trail v3 to the TEST: Long Run in Tehidy Woods + Q&A

NEW BALANCE Fresh Foam X More Trail v3 long run test. After my first outing in the Fresh Foam X More Trail V3's I really wasn't sure about the amount of super bouncy cushioning in the midsole. They did run a little bit unstable on some of the more technical trails due to the lack of ground feel. However, they did feel very comfortable and they performed well on the flat compacted trails. In today's video I'm lacing them up again and taking them out for a long run test on a route I think the More Trail V3's will excel on.
Really hope you enjoy the video, thanks for watching, we'll see you in the next video and as always - stay safe and keep on running!
NEW BALANCE Fresh Foam X More Trail v3 - www.newbalance.co.uk/pd/fresh...
0:00 Intro
2:12 Long run test
6:02 Are we running the Serpent Trail this year?
7:24 Preparation for UTMB
10:58 Will I ever run the Cheviot Goat?
13:22 Conclusion
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[@kevinjames1930]

Just to add to my last comment. I bought the shoes and got a great deal. been power walking in them and your assessment was spot on Loyd...thanks.

[@KhalilKathrada]

Thank you for always bringing some of the best reviews and highlighting all sides of shoes and gear. So on point with these and hopefully they'll address all those issues and next time round we kn for a treat. Stay amazing and travel safe 🙏🏽

[@Run4Adventure]

Thanks for your kind comment, it's really appreciated and thanks for watching the channel 🙏😊

[@gibsonlespaulspecial]

Great review. I must say you are my favourite reviewer now! Looking forward to my more trail v3's arriving next week!!!!!!

[@Run4Adventure]

Thanks Andrew, that's great to hear. Im glad you're enjoying the Content on the channel and thanks for watching 🙏😊

[@vamheredur413]

I got my pair a few days ago, the colour wave is lovely and the cushioning is next level. The outsole grip is so good it feels like the shoe sticks to the grounds (in a good, assuring way), it's wonderful.

[@mousemaing81]

Any risk of rolling the ankles whilst turning?

[@vamheredur413]

@@mousemaing81 I don't think so, I've used them mostly for walking and some running here and there and I've not rolled an ankle yet. Do check out what other reviewers have to say though.

[@mousemaing81]

@@vamheredur413 Many thanks, squire.

[@wojtekkos341]

"cross the finish line on the wrong race...." hilarious, you made my day with this 🤣🤣🤣

[@Run4Adventure]

It was very embarrassing! Hopefully it won't happen again but you never know 🤔 Thanks for watching 🙏

[@Gekko186]

The shoe and sock combo is on fire! 😍👌🏼😃

[@Run4Adventure]

Thanks Anders 🙏

[@George-lz6ue]

Another great review Loyd! As previously mentioned, I've got the V2, which looks very similar. I agree it excels on the flat hard stuff, and I find it goes okay on the rockier trails, but as you say, you need to take care. As for the upper fit, this is the first pair of shoes I've used a runner's knot on, and that does seem to lock it down with zero slippage. Oh, and liked the inclusion of the baby ducks, also known as ducklings 😅

[@jaskey]

I feel like this shoe is the gravel bike of the running shoe world. I have the road version of the shoe and I love it, and I could see myself picking this one up if I ran compacted trails instead of road or technical trails.

[@marcoc2706]

Haven't seen any shoe reviewers mentioning this: The pull tab on More Trail v3 also serves the purpose of keeping laces in place. Once you tie the laces, the pull tab would be separated into 2 sections. You pull the lower section loose and tuck the laces under. Then you pull the upper section so the lower section of the pull tab tightens down and holds the laces securely. Nike Pegasus Trail 4 GTX also has this design.

[@Run4Adventure]

I’ve got to be honest, I hadn’t even noticed that! You learn something new everyday 👍🙂

[@RunFredrikRun]

Thank you for a great video. I just ordered these shoes to use on my first 100km and can't wait to try them on. Btw where can I find those really cool socks?😃👍

[@stephencsaplar6382]

Would be interested to know how this shoe compares to the Asics Trabuco Max 2.

[@SebastianMoody]

Solid vid

[@Run4Adventure]

Thanks, glad you enjoyed it and thanks for watching 🙏🙂

[@Bike.Run-Trail]

I have done 300k in last 3 months with over 15000m elevation in new balance v3 Most runs on technical trails of Swiss Alps, no problem with grip whatsoever , love them 😊

[@Run4Adventure]

It’s wasn’t grip I had an issue with, it was the fact it felt unstable on technical trails for me 👍

[@Merritt7278]

These looked the nuts, the cushioning looks unreal.

[@Run4Adventure]

If you like a lot of cushioning in your trail shoes Marc, you'll love these! The most cushioned shoes I've ever run in 😲 Thanks for watching 🙏

[@Merritt7278]

@Run4Adventure I love the Hoka speedgoat for cushioning, would you say it's more than them?

[@Run4Adventure]

@@Merritt7278 A lot cushioning than the Speedgoats! I personally think it's to much but running shoes are super personal 🤔

[@fecardona]

I believe this level of cushioning and design is more fitted towards long, hiking walks (thru hikes) rather than runs. Can definitely see the benefit of the cushioning on hundreds of kilometers, like, for example, walking on the non-technical Camino de Santiago

[@Metabolicholic]

Ageed, I'm planning to use these for backcountry backpacking this season, if the snow should ever melt in the California Sierra Nevadas. They are pretty fun for bombing down groomed trails though.

[@kubadogoory8288]

Too much cushioning probably will save you knees from the straight line down impact, but forces joints and tendons to additional work to keep your foot stable. Backpacking requires stability. It’s not natural for human to walk on the pillows. In my opinion high level of the cushioning is only for entry level, overweight people just to help them get used to running without much knee pains.

[@andrewbennett875]

Bit late to this party! But I've just got a pair, on my first run I found them odd, they're soft but there was something they made me uncomfortable, after the run I noticed the insole is really really firm, I've swapped it out for a softer insole from some 1080's and they work much better for me. And I think I'll definitely keep them for much longer ultras where pace isn't important as I found them hard work at any kind of strong pace. They felt much more comfy at very easy pace

[@adventuresinmiddleage75]

the purple flowers are bluebells.....great review, I've run NB Hierro's and found them to be really comfortable - same foam just a little less of it - they bridge the gap between these and the summit unknowns.......and have the vibrato megagrip 👍👍

[@Run4Adventure]

They sure are! I've never seen so many in Tehidy Woods, it looked incredible 🌲🌳🌸 Really glad you enjoyed the video and thanks for watching 🙏

[@GriffRunning]

Love mine. Most People against them haven’t ran in them.

[@Run4Adventure]

@@GriffRunning I'm not against them and I've definitely run in them Griff but I do think they're suited to a certain type of terrain. I also think we really don't need this amount of cushioning in a trail shoe 🤔

[@GriffRunning]

@@Run4Adventure To each their own. People want/need different things. I think most trail shoes are horrifically uncomfortable, but I can run in these all day.

[@alanwetherelt7155]

Loyd how’s about a run along the flat load and back over Carn Brea some great paths for running,

[@jazznroll5]

Regarding UTMB, the best piece of advice i can give for someone who wants to finish the race strong, is to do for 4 weeks, close to race day, the total distance and elevation of utmb each week. In other words do one UTMB per week, for 4 weeks, just before tapering.

[@richardantrobus7186]

glad if this worked for you, I felt great the whole way round (for just over 30 hours) and never did 100 miles in a week, I would say people just need to do what they know works for them - big mileage/elevation is great if you can do it but something like this could lead to injury/missing the race if you aren't used to it

[@Run4Adventure]

Training is such a super personal thing and that's a lot of milage and elevation in a month! That's great that it worked for you but if I did that I would never make the start line, that's for sure 😲 Thanks for watching and taking the time to comment it's appreciated 🙏

[@Predazord007]

I’m 3 runs in with these now and I’m actually surprised how stable they are. Used them on the Serpent Trail today and they were a dream. I haven’t had the off camber instability issues with the upper like you Loyd, but I have noticed my foot slightly slipping forward on steep descents

[@Run4Adventure]

I'm glad you like them Dean and they're performing well for you but I have no idea how you can call them stable? How can a shoe with all that very soft cushioning and under your foot feel stable? 🤔

[@Predazord007]

@@Run4Adventure I’m not sure you can call them unstable when you haven’t run them on anything remotely technical tbh. My only expectation of them being unstable was from your initial video. I’m definitely not expecting this shoe to work on anything other than standard trails, but roots and easy off camber it seems to be just fine! Clearly tomorrow I will be proved wrong and go flying in them 😂

[@Run4Adventure]

@@Predazord007 Surely if I've run them on trails that are slightly technical and they didn't feel that stable to me, I don't need to run them on more technical trails? I don't think they're going to feel more stable the more technical the trails get Dean 🤔

[@kristianandres7647]

@@Run4Adventure interesting, I have a lot of kms on my V2 on some really technical rocky trails and find them a lot more stable than speedgoats or the trabuco max. Maybe they messed things up on V3.

[@Predazord007]

@@Run4Adventure Sorry Loyd I must have missed that in the video. I only heard you say you avoided technical terrain, not that you tried “slightly technical”. My bad

[@manuel_877]

Good afternoon. A beautiful forest, thanks Loyd. Now, I have the Brooks cascadia 16. Here is my like. A nice friday for everyone. ⛰️🏃🌲🌳

[@Run4Adventure]

Thanks for the support Manuel 🙏😊

[@kevinhultgren995]

They remind me of the Altra Olympus 4. Big cushion, not much ground feel, and lots of comfort on not too technical trails.

[@cliffordstanger8960]

Much softer though, I have the Olympus it's bit more stiff ride

[@russellbutt1553]

Purple flowers = bluebells. Come on Lloyd! ;)

[@Run4Adventure]

I know they're bluebells Russell but they are purple in colour. Oh and by the way It's Loyd with one L, come on Russell 😉

[@russellbutt1553]

@@Run4Adventure Touché my man!

[@tsteinour]

Great stuff. Wanna ask do you think these would be good for long walks and speed walks. I am a heavier guy and last year Ibwas doing alot of running and trails and was able to loose 90lbs. Unfortunately I had to have knee replacement surgery and recovering well. Cant do trails yet but I wanna get out and get more miles and up the pace. I was looking at more v 4 but these seem to be able to work as well on mulch paths , packed stone, and others on my trail. I was also considering the 1080v13. I would love your opinion.

[@GlaucusBlue]

Wish they did these in 4e, I really like the extra cushioning in the fresh foam x 880 compared to my heiro v7 but obviusly different uses. There should be more choice, different people like different things. I've only ever found new balance shoes fit me, but 11.5 and 4e, the range is limited :( to say the least.

[@meangreenmememachine2890]

12:12 😂👍🏻

[@omarrawashdeh6021]

Is it ur fav ? I’m interested to know which is ur absolutely fav trail shoe ! I’m hardcore runner and started to feel it in my feet and ankles I need new pair and looking for something super comfy any suggestion! Thank you

[@gregprevite8548]

Loyds sock game is always very strong! Cheers everyone

[@Run4Adventure]

Cheers Greg 🧦🔥

[@terryhughes7196]

I just walk. I have the 1080 B12 and notice that there is not much energy return on that fresh foam but they are well. Cushioned

[@liamoak3390]

Not sure you get enough credit for the music you play over the running clips! 👏🏻

[@Run4Adventure]

Cheers Liam 👍 We sometimes spend hours and hours looking for the right music so thanks for noticing! Thanks for watching and taking the time to comment it's appreciated 🙏😊

[@93siguy]

I have a code for 60% off on 5 pairs of new balance shoes. I think I’m gonna give these a try since the heirros feel way to small in the toe box

[@Arrix949]

If these are anything like the More Trail V2s, then yeah, it takes a bit to get used to not having that ground feel. There's a level of trust you need to build to be comfortable to go all out, but these shoes have not let me down. Just have to get used to them.

[@petrbenes127]

Jsou úžasné a jak říkáš,je to zpočátku nezvyk,ale je to velice příjemné!Měl jsem nekolik typu bot Nike air max-air max total,One Cloudy a ty prémiové modely,nejsou špatné a pohodlne se v nich chodí i běhá,ovšem tyto New balance boty jsou trošku jiná káva!Za mě tyto New balance running boty👍❤❤❤ i design +pohodli❤!

[@jacobd475]

Try the previous model, More Trail v2. Much harder, stable foam more sufficient for trails. And it still gives lots of bounce and cushioning. Upper is also great. Very comfortable with great lock-down. No chance for sliding in it. The new model is a huge fail for me.

[@Run4Adventure]

Sorry to here you're not getting on with the updated version, it's very frustrating when that happens Jacob! Solds like need to buy up all the discounted V2's 👍 Thanks for watching and taking the time to comment it's appreciated 🙏

[@kevinjames1930]

Enjoyable video as usual Loyd. I am a wannabe runner with (allegedly) osteoarthritis in my feet. I no longer run but power walk 10k daily in Hoka Speedgoat 4's. The soles die in no time but that's to be expected on tarmac. However, the inner heelcup material wears away to holes in less than 6 months. Hoka just sent me a new pair under warranty. These NB's look/sound perfect for my feet, and need for cushioning. Unfortunately I doubt you will wear them enough to see how the inner material stands up... If anyone can throw light on this if they have worn some NB's of any type to destruction?

[@roamwithrobyn2289]

I had the More Trail V1 and the upper held up well, but the sole wore out very quickly. I’d say the sole was done by about 300 km, and I’ve carried on wearing them for stuff I don’t need the grip for and probably they’re at 500-600 km now. Looks like the sole issue is fixed on the newer versions as mine didn’t have the Vibram soles so very different. I also have the Hierro V7 and the 880 v12 (I think). Both probably have 200-300 km on them and look almost new (sole and upper), so I’d say the New Balance uppers and inners are good. I’ve also had a lot of hiking shoes with holes on the inner heels, but not had that on one of these. Not quite what you were asking but I saw no one else replied to you, so hope that’s helpful!

[@kevinjames1930]

@@roamwithrobyn2289 Thanks for your input. time will tell, but I have killed the Hokas again in 3 months, they are going back!!

[@hypnotechno]

Could you please point me to your score table of shoes the top ten? thanks

[@steevoridgeline]

how do they feel at the start of the run... that s what is so important to know. Are you up front tightly snug on the sides, with the heel, how far are the toes from the front, the sides... ?? and then from there along the ride and at the end... .... because its ok to follow along but all the way we dont know where that comes from... i just ordered a pair today. i should receive them by the end of the week... and still dont know after this video what to expect after 18 minutes after this video because no details on the initial fit.... hope that is helpful. My Hierro V5 were tight on the sides mid foot and creating stress in my feet after 20km which my Asics Trabuco 10 does not at all side wise ( per exemple ). Are those the same narrowness ? Were they too wide to begin with your run ? How do they compare with other brand or models ? Thanks to share more in depth review than just appreciation if possible. With all the respect ☀🏃🏻‍♂👍🏻

[@Run4Adventure]

This was just a long run test video. There's a first impressions video of the NB shoe on the channel as well which has more information. Obviously how the shoes fit my foot shape could be very different to how they fit yours because every bodies foot shape is different! Hope this helps, thanks for watching 👍

[@LewisHolford]

Would you recommend these over the Stinson 7's ?

[@Run4Adventure]

I haven’t run in the Hoka Stinson 7 so it’s hard to say? I wasn’t a fan of the Mire Trail v3’s on more technical, uneven ground, I lost to much ground feel and they felt unstable 👍

[@bizzij7305]

Hey, I am doing a 10k Spartan race in October, would you recommend these shoes for that type of run?

[@Run4Adventure]

I definitely wouldn't! In a Spartan race you want to be able to feel the ground and the things you're running on. The NB more trail has so much cushioning in the midsole, I'd say it would be the worst shoe choice. Hope this helps and thanks for watching the channel 🙏😊

[@Scarlet_Yippie]

@@Run4Adventure massively thank you, would you have any recommendations, I used the wild horse 7 on the last one, but didn’t feel it was as supportive as I would of liked. The hanks again.

[@rafaelgravito7782]

Espartanos corriam de sandálias

[@TowynEvans]

@Run4Adventure did they fit tts?

[@Run4Adventure]

I've never had a NB shoe that fits true to size Tugga! I went up half a size to a uk10 and the fit is just right. Hope this helps and thanks for watching 🙏😊

[@ElGuapoDeSantoPoco]

How is the toebox. Enough room?

[@Run4Adventure]

I'd say width in the toe box is average. Hope this helps and thanks for watching 🙏😊

[@malachi589]

Any issues with ankle rolling?

[@Run4Adventure]

I personally wouldn't wear these on uneven technical trails. There's a lot of cushioning under you feet and you do loose a lot of ground feel, I felt pretty unstable on the more technical stuff 🤔 Hope this helps and thanks for watching 🙏

[@eriktred]

I bought these as a contender for an upcoming trail 50K. No. Just no. They would be ok on a hard surface, but on any soft trail it’s too much smoosh. They may be good for a recovery run. I will likely go for the Saucony exodus ultra 2 or Hoka tecton x2, both fabulous trail shoes.

[@Run4Adventure]

They do run well on the hard compacted trails but I personally wouldn't use them on anything else. Like you said, I think it's just to much and to soft 🤔 Thanks for watching and taking the time to comment it's appreciated 🙏

[@eriktred]

@@Run4Adventure I think you nailed this shoe's use case. Compact or hard surfaces. I have a crushed limestone trail near me and this would be great for that. However, single track, muddy or forest ground cover is already soft and does not need this cushion on top of that.

[@andys121.]

Cheviot Goat 🐔🐔🐔🐔 🤣

[@Run4Adventure]

I know Andrew! 😂😂 One day maybe, once I've practiced my nav skills. Thanks for watching 🙏

[@raul3450]

if you really want ground feel then its better you can walk bare foot where you can feel everything. Shame👎. What kind of person complains of more cushion in a shoe? One should appreciate New Balance for creating this wonderful shoe. 😎. Well done New Balance for creating soft trail shoe. Wonderful👍

[@Run4Adventure]

That's literally one extreme to another! Running on the trails where I live bare foot wouldn't be the most sensible option 😳 You can definitely have to much cushioning in a trail running shoe! The more cushioning, the less connection and ground feel and this can make you feel very unstable when running on uneven trails! Running shoes are very personal, if you like lots of cushioning in your shoes that's great for you but it doesn't mean it's for every one 👍 Thanks for watching.