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New Balance 604

rated 4 of 5 stars

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photo: New Balance 604 trail running shoe

I use this model as my trail hiking shoe. Really light comfy shoe that allows you to move fast with great balance. While traction on wet/mossy rocks is so-so, grip in all other conditions (including scrambling Vesper Peak in western Washington) has been great. Pretty much the most comfortable shoes I own straight from the box -- no break-in to speak of.

Being vegetarian, synthetic materials are a plus.

Materials: Synthetic
Break-in Period: 0
Price Paid: $63

Unlike my prior 700 series, the cushioning on this shoe is not nearly as good. It was comfortable at first, but if you want more cushioning in a wide width shoe for trails and around town, this isn't the one, IMHO.

Use: on road and light off road walking
Break-in Period: none
Weight: light
Price Paid: $49

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Men's
Price Historic Range: $64.99
Reviewers Paid: $49.00-$63.00
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Price Historic Range: $34.97