What is the difference between the New Balance 1400 and 1500?
Sarah Cherry
Published Mar 14, 2026
What is the difference between the New Balance 1400 and 1500?
The New Balance 1500 is a shoe that has kind of flown under the radar since its release. The 1500 is part of a quartet of New Balance racing shoes. The 1400, one of my favorite all-around shoes, is a bit more cushioned, particularly under the heel, and is suitable for longer miles (v3 of the 1400 is coming soon!).
Which New Balance is most comfortable?
New Balance’s 574s are the most comfortable sneakers I’ve ever worn. I guess it’s because they basically have a lot of running shoe technology, even if I don’t use them to run.
Which New Balance shoe has the most support?
These are the best New Balance shoes for most runners:
- Best for Stability: New Balance Fresh Foam 860v12.
- Best for Everyday Training: New Balance Fresh Foam 880v11.
- Best for Cushion: New Balance Fresh Foam 1080v11.
- Best for Road Racing: New Balance FuelCell RC Elite.
- Best for Speedwork: New Balance FuelCell TC.
What does the V in New Balance mean?
Detail. The “v” indicates the version number of your shoes. For example, the New Balance 880v10 has received multiple updates (v2, v3, v4, v5, v6,v7) When looking at the complete style number (ex. M860K10) the letters that follow the number indicate the color code.
Are New Balance true to size?
New Balance sizing notes New Balance sneakers fit true to size so take your normal size. New Balance shoes are made to fit directly out of the box, meaning that – unlike so many sneaker brands – they do not need to be broken in.
Did New Balance discontinue the Zante?
The Tempo is the new trainer from New Balance which takes the place of the Zante line which has been discontinued. The Tempo and the Zante Pursuit both have a weight of 8.5 oz and a price of $110. The Tempo has a completely different upper, midsole and outsole to the Zante Pursuit.
Why do podiatrists recommend new balance?
He recommends the New Balance 880 series. “These sneakers orthopedically and biomechanically provide excellent heel and forefoot support,” he says. “They possess a wide toe box, which places less stress and compression on the forefoot, especially in the presence of bunion and hammertoe deformities.
What sneakers do podiatrists recommend?
“Brooks is a premier brand when it comes down to running shoes,” says Velimir Petkov, DPM, a podiatrist at Premier Podiatry in Clifton, New Jersey. “Professional athletes wear Brooks because they provide much better arch support and sturdier midsoles than other lesser brands.
Is New Balance true to size?
How can you tell if New Balance shoes are mens or womens?
That is how New Balance developed today’s six to seven digit code that you see on all of their sneakers. The first one or two letters of the code stands for the sneaker’s gender with an “M” signifying Men’s and a “W” meaning Women’s.
What is the difference between New Balance 860 and 940?
The 940 v4 comes in as a heavy shoe, even for a stability running shoe. Compared to the 860 v10, the 940 v4 packs a little more technology, and offers optimum control, versus the stability of the 860, so you get abit more bang for your buck with the 940 v4.
Do women’s New Balance run big or small?