Disclaimer: I received these shoes for free for attending the Sport Chek Sherway Gardens launch/testing of the new NB Stride ID Lab
Welcome back to my #YourBetterStartsHere series (part 1 and 2) with Sport Chek Sherway Gardens! To end off my series, I’ll be reviewing the pair of shoes that were fitted from my at the New Balance Stride ID Lab where my feet were scanned and analyzed alongside with my gait. With that information, I was provided with the New Balance Vazee Prism as the shoe for me. To thank you all for being so supportive of my partnership, I’ve teamed up with New Balance Canada to giveaway a pair of New Balanced kicks! More information at the end of this post.
Approximately a month and a half ago, I revived a pair of the New Balance Vazee Prism in the mail after being fitted to them after using the New Balance Stride ID. The first thing I noticed about these shoes were how bright and vibrant they were! Whenever I wore them out, there was always someone who commented on the eye-catching pink. Once a week, I wore the Vazee Prisms on my easy runs to try and get a good feel of them. I would say I wore them for around 5-6 runs, between 5-10K for each run.
The Specs (from New Balance)
- For stability and motion control
- 8mm drop
- 8.3 ounces
My Thoughts
Right away I noticed that the Vazee Prism was slightly different from most stability shoes. While a lot of stability shoes in my experience has been on the more stiff side due to its stability feature, the Vazee Prism still managed to be more flexible than its stability counterparts.
When testing out the shoe and pressing down on the front of the toe box area with my foot, I could feel how responsive the foam/sole was as just as quickly as I pushed down, it bounced right back.
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The sole uses New Balance’s Rev Lite foam technology. The foam, while feeling firm, still haves enough cushioning to be comfortable on longer runs. There’s also ample cushioning on the heel portion of the shoe which I find to be extremely comfortable as a heel striker.
To my knowledge, the Vazee Prism has a slightly bigger toe box which I liked as it gave my toes a wee bit more room. In addition, this shoe couldn’t have come at a better time as the heat wave that we just endured was pretty brutal. Luckily, the Vazee Prism were designed with increased breathability in mind. The Vazee Prism has an open mesh design covers majority of the upper and the no-sew upper feature reduces irritation while helping with holding the foot in place.
Overall, I really enjoyed the New Balance Vazee Prisms. I really think that New Balance has stepped up the shoe design with stability shoes – gone are the old days of plain boring white chunky stability shoes. The Vazee Prisms are sleek, vibrant, and most importantly comfortable without sacrificing cushioning.
Okay, so now that you’ve read all about it…how about getting your own pair!? New Balance Canada and I are teaming up to giveaway a pair of Vazee Prism (or your shoe of choice if you’re not a stability shoe person) to one lucky Canadian!
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Have you tried the New Balance Vazee Prism? What shoe are you currently running in?
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Janelle @ Run With No Regrets says
New Balance has really been coming out with some super cute shoes!
Dominic cloutier says
I haven’t tried new balance at all- but I am looking for some new gym shoes
Allison says
Those shoes are beautiful! Totally entering…altho I don’t need a stability shoe:)
Patricia @Sweet and Strong says
I love the color of those shoes! And so cool they ID’d your foot for the perfect shoe, I really need to try that!
Laura says
I love the 1080s and would like to try the Vazee’s out!
Jesse says
I switched to NB about a year ago and haven’t looked back – I love the Vazee Pace!
Dawn says
I just switched over to New Balance this year. I wear the Zante’s for training and long runs and then the 1400 for speed work and for the Chicago Marathon in a couple of weeks. My feet really are responding well to them.
Vicky Leung says
I might have to check these out the next time I’m at Sport Chek. I need a new stability shoe – the NB model I have now have been discontinued :( I love the color of the pair that you have on in the pics :)
Tracey says
I love bright runners. These are gorgeous!
Nicole says
I’ve been really interested in trying a pair of New Balance shoes. I especially love the look of the Vazee Pace, but the Prisms look nice too!
Sarah- A Whisk and Two Wands says
Love bright pretty shoes! Shh but I tell myself they make me faster! Haha. I haven’t worn New Balance shoes in years, since getting a pair of rainbow ones and the brightest ones for me girls to match. I was wearing them outside the yard but they’re really worn out now and should be in the trash but I like looking on them on the shelf in the garage!
Cathy V says
My NB Vazee Rush are still one of my favourite shoes for speedwork. They only have a few k’s left on them so I save them and wear them as a ‘treat!” I love all the new designs NB has come up with, and it seems that they are well backed in technology.
Philip Tipton says
I run in the NB 1260 V5 stability shoes. My wife is an Asics diehard, but maybe this review will sway her! Thanks and great blog!
Melanie hoffman says
Would love to try a pair of these! They sound perfect. They’d make me run faster, right? ?
Fiona says
Love the bright pink! I run in Brooks Glycerin which I love
Susie @ Suzlyfe says
I am still kind of shopping around for shoes–I like what I am in, but I am always open (which is so funny, as I was a Brooks addict for years!). I am super interested in these!
Dag says
I’ve run in NB shoes before but the designs in the past two years have been much better. I’ve been wanting to try the 1500s and the other moderate stability model. They’ve come a long way since when I first started wearing them. So much lighter and better looking.
Deborah @ Confessions of a mother runner says
I’ve actually never run in New Balance shoes but I do like a little stability shoe. Thanks for the review and the giveaway
Sandi Swan says
I love New Balance!! The stability is what i need right now. Never been disappointment with my New Balance. I currently alternate between my 2 pair of New Balance
Jo @ Living Mint Green says
I love the color. This gal needs more pink in her life. I haven’t tried New Balance!!
Melissa Greco says
I’ve never tried them, I run in Nike air’s
Cassi says
I’m walking around with the Reebok running shoes I won earlier this year. Since I’m not a runner I didn’t know what to do with the shoes lol
jill conyers says
I haven’t tried this NB yet. I’m looking for new running shoes as we speak.
Abbey says
These look like a great pair of sneakers! Might need to get my hands on some!
Elle says
Currently running in Mizunos… have used NB in the past but found them quite heavy. Would love to try this new lighter one!
Julie @ Running in a Skirt says
How much fun! Those shoes are cute and look really responsive! I’d love to try them!
Ange // Cowgirl Runs says
I haven’t run in NB. Heck, I don’t think I’ve even really tried them on, but these are so pretty!
Julie says
I love my New Balance. They are my favorite for running.
Esther says
I LOVE New Balance! Especially since I have a bit of a wider foot and just weirdness about my feet.
Love the color and maybe I will move to Canada for the giveaway ;)
Lucie says
They are very bright, but I love that! U haven’t tried New Balance yet!
Debra Jensen says
I havent tried the Newbalance prism, but I do love my new balance shoes I have to run in.
Lushka Smith says
No I haven’t tried these but do wear New Balance as they fit my feet the best.
Amy C says
I have not tried Vazee Prisms. I usually run in my sketchers.
Rhonda W G. says
I’m new to these particular shoes. All my husband wears is New Balance.
Amy Heffernan says
I have ran in NB before a long time ago! My Nikes are work out now from running so a new pair would be great! Thanks!
Mary says
I haven’t tried this style yet! I’m currently running in my Nikes’ but they don’t offer the best support.
Christine Murray says
Would live to win to try. Thank you cor the chance.
Bailey Dexter says
I run & also walk in NB but haven’t seen the Vazee Prismswear. But they sound great!
Glogirl says
No, I have never tried these shoes. I usually walk and right now I am walking in a rubber rain shoe!
Sara Rai says
I haven’t tried this pair before. Looks amazing.
Tina L. says
I have not tried the Vazee Prisms yet. I could use another pair of running shoes
lori butler says
I have not tried these before, I have a pair of sketchers currently.
Stephanie says
I have never tried these shoes before. I currently run in Skechers and Adidas shoes.
Shirley S says
I haven’t tried New Balance shoes before. They look fantastic and I would love to try them!
missbobloblaw says
I haven’t tried a pair of Vazee Prisms yet. Currently I use Adidas.
tracy k says
haven’t tried them before, i run in nikes.
angela m says
No I have not tried the Vazee Prisms. I run in skechers right now.
Jonnie says
I haven’t tried these yet. I currently run in Nike Free 5.0 sneakers
Karla Sceviour says
no,I have not tried them,but they look awesome! I currently use Skechers,
Andrea says
I’ve never tried them out! I’ve used NB and Nike!
Tara Betterley says
I’ve never tried them.. Looks great and comfy. I currently use Skechers for my walking activities.
Sunshine G says
I’m still at the walking stage…and could use new sneakers since my old NB ones are ready for retirement.
leana says
I have not tried the Vazee Prisms…I run in my adidas now!
Melanie D says
I have YET to try the NB prisms, but I really would love to! I love my lightweight training shoes. So currently, I am running n loving my brooks launch and my mizuno wave catalyst. I have a bunch of other running shoes, but the lighter the shoe, the better!!
Brie @ A Slice of Brie says
No, I’ve never run in NB before. I tend to stick to my nikes, but it’s been way too long since I bought new runners (or was fitted properly)!
Christina D says
No I have not but my running friend loves it. We could be matching ;) I run in the Adrenaline by Brooks.
Claudia Smith says
I’ve not tried NB but it looks gorgeous! Now I think I love it. Your shoes have an impressive color! Maybe I will buy a new one since mine is too old.
Michael says
For me, if you’re just getting into running and using it as an overall fitness tool, the Prism is a versatile shoe that can be used for all sorts of different fitness activities. :)
Cheers
Jack says
New Balance has long lifetime. I’ve been using a pair of NB for over 2 years. It is really convenient due to be used in many activities (dancing, at the gym, running of course).
Barbara J. Silverman says
Oh dear. I’m really in love with these shoes, the color is quite adorable. Thumbs up!