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The New Balance MR769 is a running shoe that is designed to provide cushioning and moderate stability to runners. The shoe utilizes a TS2 transitional support system and features a synthetic/mesh upper with a stability web which supports the midfoot while allowing it to be lightweight. It has an Acteva premium lightweight midsole that resists compression and utilizes an N-Lock external support system which pulls the shoe snugly around the foot for better support. The shoe also has an anti-microbial Ortholite foam insert and a seamless phantom liner for a comfortable fit.
MSRP $120.00
Release date January, 2009
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The outsole of the MR769 is made of N-Durance rubber compound for strength and durability and includes Sure Lace to keep the laces secure during activity. The entire midsole of the shoe is made of Abzorb FL cushioning and it includes a full-length Abzorb strobel board, and Abzorb cushioning in both the heel and forefoot for maximum shock absorption. The shoe comes in a silver/blue or white/yellow color and is also available in a women's model, the WR769.
Features
- Synthetic/Mesh Upper
- TS2 Transitional Support System
- Sure Lace
- Stability Web
- Seamless Phantom Liner
- Ortholite Foam Insert
- Lightning Dry Liner
- N-LOCK External Support System
- N-Durance Rubber Compound
- Dual Density Collar
- Blown Rubber Forefoot with Flex Grooves
- ACTEVA Premium Midsole
- Abzorb Strobel Board, DTS, FL, and SBS
- 360 Reflectivity
- Available Colors: Silver/Blue (MR769SB), White/Yellow (MR769ST)
- Weight: 340 grams
Women's Model
- WR769 - Available in Pink (WR769KM), Silver/Blue (WR769SB), White/Orange (WR769ST)
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New Balance MR769 | Men's - Silver/Blue
• New Balance Men's MR769 Running Shoe
• MR769 - Men's - Silver/Blue
MPN: MR769SB
New Balance MR769 | Men's - White/Yellow
• MR769 - Men's - White/Yellow
MPN: MR769ST
Competitors
MSRP $115.00
Released January, 2009
Pros
- men's and women's versions
- lightweight
- breathable
- comfortable
- durable
- good support - helps alleviate aches and pains caused by running
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Pros
- lightweight
- well known technologically driven brand
- closer to standard shoe sizes (N10 was 1/2 size small)
Cons
- poor insoles
- no heel support,
- picks up difficult to remove dirt (in all the grooves and foam)
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Reviews
July 30, 2009
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Pros
- great support
- lightweight
- fit nicely
- available quite wide
- made in the USA
Cons
- too much white
- laces are extremely long
- easy to stain - mesh, white body
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