The New Balance Fresh Foam X Hierro v9 is one of the best trail-running shoes I’ve tested, but it won’t suit every runner out there. Its design focuses on comfort on lighter trails, rather than speed on more technical tracks, but it excels in its intended purpose thanks to its chunky stack of midsole foam.
I’ve been using the New Balance Hierro v9 on a mix of trails during my testing and have thoroughly enjoyed running in it. In my full New Balance Fresh Foam X Hierro v9 review I’ll explain what kind of runners it will suit and compare it to other top trail options like the Hoka Speedgoat 6.
