New Balance 1225 Review

The New Balance 1225 is the latest update to New Balance’s top of the line super-cushioned stability shoe. This shoe is redesigned from the ground up for this year and includes all of New Balance’s most tech-ey features. The core of this shoe is the medial post (slightly more firm midsole material on the inside of the shoe) which is made of a new material NB calls Stabilicore. New Balance boasts that this system provides a much more smooth transition from heel to toe, and our testers agreed- this shoe provides great stability without feeling clunky.

The New Balance 1225 also utilizes N-ERGY material in the heel and forefoot which is a translucent rubber material that gives this shoe an exceptional ride with amazing cushioning and energy return. One of our testers remarked that this shoe’s midsole feels like a super responsive layer of those little bouncy balls!

The outsole of this shoe is made up of totally separate pods with deep flex grooves which makes it quite flexible. The upper features the N-Lock system which links the laces to the sole of the shoe and integrates with the N logo. This system gives the shoe a very secure fit across the midfoot. The nubby Surelaces always stay tied and wont loosen during your weekend long run.

Overall, our testing revealed the New Balance 1225 to be a superior shoe for all runners looking for an amazingly well-cushioned shoe with moderate stability. At only 120z., its fairly light weight as well. We think this is quite possibly the best stability shoe on the market today.

New Balance 1225 Product Details

• Entire midsole made of Abzorb® FL provides unique lightweight shock absorption
• Abzorb® Strobel Board runs full length of shoe to maximize shock absorption and comfort
• The STABILITY WEB® delivers midfoot support and reduces the weight of the shoe
• N-LOCK® external support system ensures shoe is pulled snugly around your midfoot
• N-Durance® rubber compound for maximum outsole durability
• Stabilicore is a medial support system that provides an extremely smooth transition from heel to toe-off
• Sure Lace™ secure shoe laces provide added midfoot support and keep the shoe snug around the foot
• LIGHTNING DRY® liner keeps your feet dry and comfortable as you train
• Dual Density Collar uses both a softer density foam against the foot for cushioning, and a firmer density foam for support
• Seamless Phantom Liner reduces the weight of the shoe plus enhances the comfort and fit
• 360° Reflectivity for added safety
• Blown Rubber Forefoot for lightweight cushioning
• Ortholite® foam insert delivers long term comfort, breathability, and anti-microbial function to fight odor
• N-ERGY® in both heel and forefoot provides NB’s most advanced shock absorption and cushioning
• Color:  White with Blue
• Shoe Weight:  340 grams (12 oz)
• Shoe Last:  PL-1