Vazee Pace is yet another running shoe from New Balance. It has made its way into India in early 2016. New Balance’s Vazee Pace is part of an upgrade. Yes, New Balance has updated their running shoe lineup and brought in new tire in the form of Vazee. Like any other running shoe from New Balance, the Vazee Pace will have huge expectations. This pricing of this shoe will certainly be on the higher side in the Indian market. So naturally, we expect great things from this running shoe. Can it live up to it?
Short Answer: Vazee Pace indeed has what it takes to be a great running shoe.
Specifications:
Heel height: 22mm
Toe height: 16mm
Heel-to-toe drop: 8mm
Vazee Pace is a neutral running shoe that offers minimal pronation control. This performance shoe is ideal for road running and mild training. A size 9 men’s shoe weighs around 227g. It does not feel too heavy and will adapt well to your feet. Out-of-the-box comfort is great with Vazee Pace. You shall also experience good amounts of ground feel, thanks to 8mm heel-to-toe drop.
Design wise, Vazee pace is very bright. The color combination is great. Tiny details are well taken care off. We see New Balance’s branding on the side of the shoe. Overall, this shoe is very exciting to look at.
Open Mesh construction envelops majority of the upper for increased breathability. Soft no-sew material offer great lockdown. Innovative toe box design in the forefoot area impersonates the curvature of the foot. The fit is supreme. With the lace up closure, you can adjust your lockdown pressure. Bootie Tongue construction offers top-class comfort. Your feet will glide in to the shoe effortlessly. Flexible deconstructed heel counter allows for increased feet movement.
In the midsole area, we see New Balance’s groundbreaking RevLite foam. This state-of-the-art foam compound provides light and responsive cushioning. The cushioning in Vazee Pace is not as soft as what you would traditionally expect with RevLite foam. It is firm yet flexible. The firmer forefoot area will allow for quick transitions.
The outsole in the forefoot area houses blown rudder and offers better cushioning during strides. It even makes the ride much more responsive. This is a great thing; a responsive ride is always a plus. Scientifically placed rubber pods on the outsole provide good amounts of traction. Vazee Pace is also very durable. With this running shoe, you could stack up high mileage without running into any problems.
Overall, Vazee Pace is an impressive running shoe. The shoe is lightweight, offers good support and is highly breathable. This is what every runner wants. With the firm outsole, Pace is built for racing and it does not disappoint when you take it out for a quick run.
New Balance’s Vazee Pace is available on Jabong. It retails at 12,999INR.
Bottom-line: A premium performance shoe from New Balance.
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