New Balance 610V3 Trail Running Shoes (For Men)

I read some criticism that these shoe were too light. Yes, if you are looking for a serious trail running shoe, but for the gym or casual wear they are perfect.

These shoes are very light and very comfortable. They did not grip very well out of the box but the grip improved to acceptable levels within 5 miles of running. I run on a combination of rocks and decomposed granite with some water crossings. I only have one complaint and one concern with these shoes within the first 20 miles.

complaint: There is no tab on the tongue to put the laces through to keep the tongue centered. The first time I ran with them both tongues ended up on the outside of my feet. I ended up threading the top laces through the tongue pull tab to keep the tongue centered. While not ideal, it appears to work.

Concern: The shoes are very light for trail runners. I was worried that I would feel every rock through the sole but this turned out to not be an issue. However, I am still concerned about the longevity of the shoe given its light weight and the hard use that it will receive. I try to get 400 miles out of a pair of shoes. I got 373 out of my last pair of fairly sturdy Asics trail runners. I will try to remember to update my review with the information on longevity when I am retiring this pair

Nice shoe, super light weight.

I'm not a racer, but have owned lightweight flats and that's what these feel like, although their soles have good traction and seem like capable trail runners. I run mostly asphalt, but stick to the dirt borders when I can. These are nice shoes with adequate cushioning, despite their very light weight. Made in USA, as well!

I bought these shoes thinking I was getting a rugged, supportive trail running sneaker like I have had many times before from NB. These, however, are very light-weight shoes with minimal support. While they are very comfortable, I don't think they would hold up very well on the stump and rock littered trails of New England. As an everyday casual shoe, I think they will be fine. They fit as expected from NB, and because they are light, my feet haven't fatigued as they do with some heavier sneakers. Overall, these are comfortable, light and good looking, but don't expect a traditional trail running shoe. Plus, the price on STP can't be beat. Very much worth the purchase.