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New Balance
860 v15
One of the most protective cushioned shoes for plantar fasciitis and flat feet
Reviewed 17 Aug 2026, Balaji Manoharan
What the scores mean
| 9–10 | Best in class at its price. Buy it. |
|---|---|
| 8–8.9 | Strong pick with small trade-offs. |
| 7–7.9 | Good if it fits your needs or is on sale. |
| 6–6.9 | Only at a big discount. |
| < 6 | Skip it. Better options exist. |
Overall is the average of Ride, Design & Comfort and Value. Value is judged at the Indian price, so a cheap shoe that does its job well can outscore an expensive one.
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It usually sells for ₹12,000–₹13,000 in sales.
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Specs
- Weight
- 329 g
- Drop
- 6 mm
- Heel stack / Forefoot stack
- 40 / 34 mm
- Foam
- Fresh Foam X
- Support
- stability
My verdict
Its rocker did the bending for me, which really helped my plantar fasciitis in the early days. One of the most protective cushioned shoes for plantar fasciitis, flat feet and other foot issues. Look for it at ₹12,000–13,000.
Avoid if
Avoid it if you want a light or responsive shoe. It is heavy, and it runs half a size small.
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What works
- One of the most protective max-cushion shoes
- Rocker eased my plantar fasciitis
- Great for flat feet
What doesn't
- Heavier
- Not responsive
- Runs half a size small
Scores
Ride
8.0/10
Design & Comfort
7.0/10
Value
8.0/10
Specs
- Category
- Stability
- Heel stack
- 40 mm
- Forefoot stack
- 34 mm
- Drop
- 6 mm
- Weight
- 329 g
- Foam
- Fresh Foam X
- Support
- stability
- Sizing
- go up half
- Recommended runner weight
- Up to 120 kg
Where to buy
Wait for a sale
It usually sells for ₹12,000–₹13,000 in sales.
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Compared with similar shoes
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ASICS
GT-2000 14
vs the 860 v15
56 g lighter · 2 mm more drop · 3.5 mm less heel stack · ₹5,800 cheaper · Ride +1
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Quick questions
How should I size the New Balance 860 v15?
Go half a size up from your usual size.
Is the New Balance 860 v15 good for heavier runners?
Recommended runner weight: Up to 120 kg.
How much does the New Balance 860 v15 weigh?
329 g.
What is a good price for the New Balance 860 v15 in India?
It usually sells for ₹12,000–₹13,000 in sales. MRP is ₹16,999.
Is the New Balance 860 v15 worth the money?
I rate its value 8/10.
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