New Balance Men’s MR1011 Motion Control Running Shoe
- Men’s New Balance, MR1011MC
- a premium motion-control trainer that delivers maximum cushioning and stability control
- ABZORB cushioning in the heel and forefoot provides optimal shock absorption
- Stability Web delivers midfoot support and torsional stability.
- Ortholite insert wicks away moisture for breathable comfort.
Product Description
New Balance Men’s 1011 Running Shoes deliver premium motion control for the avid runner The Rollbar® GR minimizes rearfoot movement and, when combined with the TPU medial post, provides the overpronator with optimal stability control. The Extended N-LOCK® upper is designed to provide structure and support for the upper midfoot, while the Ortholite® insert creates additional cushioning for maximum comfort. The unique sockliner controls moisture, keeping feet dry and cool. Recommended for flat arches. Click here to view the outsole.Amazon.com Product Description
This durable shoe from New Balance is perfect for the extreme overpronator. Supreme cushioning in the thickly padded linings keep you stable while the Abzorb technology provides supreme shock absorption, keeping you light on your feet…. More >>
New Balance Men’s MR1011 Motion Control Running Shoe
I decided to get back into running this past spring after about 8 years off. I went to the local running store and had my stride analyzed and everything b/c I’d put on a lot of weight in the interveening years and wanted to make sure I got the right shoes. Well, even though I made the comment in the store to the salesman that these shoes almost seemed like some sort of medical device due to their constrution, I went with them since I’m a slightly flat-footed overpronator. Yes, they have a good, wide toebox, though not as wide as the Asics and Mizunos that I tried. The first time I ran in them, I got a big blister on the inside of my right arch. I thought I was just adjusting to having a proper shoe and shrugged it off, putting about 90 miles on them. Then, on a whim, I bought a cheap pair of Asics to serve as a backup pair of running shoes. It was only then that I realized how much I’d been suffering! The heel of the 1011’s has almost NO cushioning compared to every other shoe I’ve tried/run in since. After a few weeks of running in just the Asics, I threw these NB’s back on for a 12 run. I had to stop after 6 because my feet hurt so bad! I relegated them to casual wear and really even avoid them for that. I just can’t see any benefit to wearing these shoes. I’ve switched to Adidas Supernova Glides, Response Cushions, and Nike Air Pegasus as my goto shoes and the NB 1011s sit in the corner of my closet collecting dust. Though I’ve switched to running in neutral, well-cushioned shoes, I’d note there are several motion control/stability shoes out there that are reputed to be well-cushioned such as the Nike Air Equalon and Structure Triax. I’d definitely give other shoes a try before settling on these.
I’ve never tried a motion control shoe and found this one a nice blend of lot’s support but some cushioning also. No question a good shoe for a bigger person.
A long time Brooks/Asics guy, I thought I’d give New Balance a try. I like a lot of things about this shoe, including the quality of the build, materials, and roomy toe box. Unfortunately, that’s where it ends for me.
The first thing I noticed about this shoe is that the ride is hard. The motion control aspect of the shoe is smooth, and it transitions well. But it just feels as though there is no cushioning in the shoe. Unfortunately, that was only the beginning. I took the shoe on a couple short, fast-runs with no visible problems. It felt a little tight near my arches, but I just assumed that this was extra support and typical to the shoe. After 4 miles, I felt hot spots on my arches. At 8 miles, the pain became unbearable and I stopped to find my socks a bloody mess and shredded blisters on both of my arches.
I was shocked and in a lot of pain. I checked the width on the NB to make sure I hadn’t purchased a narrow shoe by accident. But according to the labels, it was the same width as my Brooks. But the NBs were much narrower, with that hard, tight support jutting up against my arches. Honestly, maybe I’m just unlucky, but I’ve never had a shoe do that kind of damage to my feet before. It was especially disconcerting as all of the reviews on the NB website talk about how great the shoe is for people with flat, wide feet.
In short, I can only offer my experience. These may be fantastic running shoes, but they’re definitely not for me, and if you have flat feet, I highly suggest trying to get a hold of wide or extra-wide versions. For your arches’ sake.
I really don’t do a lot of running, but these “Motion Control” shoes are just the thing for my 75-year old feet. This is good because I only take them off when I go to bed or get “dressed-up”. The best part of buying them from from Road Runner Sports through Amazon.com is that I could get the shoe that I wanted in the size that I need – a combination that I find impossible in shoe stores.
The MR1011 is a great running shoe for over pronators with flat feet. I am training for a marathon this fall and have had no pain or discomfort. Thanks for making great sneakers New Balance!