New Balance 1080 v15 Women’s Running Shoes
The New Balance 1080 v15 Women’s Running Shoes are premium road running shoes built for runners who prioritise cushioning and comfort across their weekly kilometres. Designed for daily training, long runs and recovery sessions, the 1080 v15 combines New Balance's Infinion midsole with a breathable engineered mesh upper for a soft, smooth ride.
The Infinion midsole provides soft, consistent cushioning with improved energy return. The important part is how that cushioning holds up as your run gets longer, helping the 1080 v15 maintain a comfortable and responsive feel as the kilometres build.
That makes it a versatile option for regular daily mileage, longer runs and easier recovery sessions when cushioning and underfoot comfort are the priority.
A contoured engineered mesh upper provides breathability while adapting naturally around the foot. Additional cushioning around the tongue and heel helps reduce pressure points, particularly useful when you're spending more time on your feet or running on consecutive training days.
Underfoot, the durable outsole provides reliable traction across sealed roads and footpaths in both dry and damp conditions. Reflective detailing also improves visibility when running in lower light.
Who is the New Balance 1080 v15 B Standard best for?
The New Balance 1080 v15 B Standard is best for women looking for a highly cushioned road running shoe in a standard women’s width. Its combination of cushioning, comfort and road traction makes it well suited to daily training, long runs and recovery sessions.
Key features
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Women’s B Standard width provides the regular women’s fit
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Infinion midsole delivers lasting cushioning with improved energy return
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Contoured engineered mesh upper provides breathable comfort around the foot
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Cushioned tongue and heel help reduce pressure during longer runs
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Durable outsole provides dependable traction on sealed roads and footpaths
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Reflective detailing improves visibility in low light
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Suitable for daily training, long runs and recovery sessions
Fit and sizing
This model comes in a standard women’s B width. Choose this version if you generally wear standard width women’s running shoes. Runners who need additional room through the forefoot should consider the women’s D Wide version instead.
Why buy New Balance running shoes from Players Sports?
Choosing the right running shoe is about more than cushioning alone. Fit, width and how you plan to use the shoe all matter. Players Sports offers specialist footwear advice and a broad running range, helping you compare the options that suit your feet and training. Visit Players Sports Greenlane at 1–7 Marewa Road, Greenlane, Auckland, or shop online with delivery throughout New Zealand.
Frequently asked questions
What width is the women’s New Balance 1080 v15?
This version comes in a standard women’s B width. B is the regular women’s width and is the appropriate starting point if you normally wear standard width women’s running shoes. If you need more room through the forefoot, the 1080 v15 is also offered by Players Sports in a D Wide version.
Is the New Balance 1080 v15 suitable for long runs?
Yes. The New Balance 1080 v15 is designed for long runs as well as daily training and recovery sessions. Its Infinion midsole provides soft, consistent cushioning while remaining responsive as the kilometres build.
Is the New Balance 1080 v15 a daily running shoe?
Yes. The 1080 v15 is designed to handle regular daily training, with the cushioning needed to also cover longer mileage and easier recovery runs. This makes it a versatile choice if you want one comfortable road shoe to handle a large portion of your weekly running.
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Cushioning: Extra Soft.
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Support: Neutral.
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Weight: 208g (one shoe).
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Heel Drop: 6mm.
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Cushioning
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The material that absorbs the impact against the ground. The more cushioning utilised, the softer a shoe will feel underfoot.
Neutral Support
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Normal sized Arches.
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During push off there is an even distribution from the front of the foot.
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The foot lands on the outside of the heel, then rolls inward to absorb the shock and support body weight.
Drop
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The difference from the heel of the shoe to the forefoot.
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Shoes with a higher heel drop tend to be preferred by runners that land heel-first.
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Shoes with a lower heel drop are often favoured by forefoot or midfoot strikers.
| NEW BALANCE |
| WOMEN'S | |||||||||||
| US | 7 | 7.5 | 8 | 8.5 | 9 | 9.5 | 10 | 10.5 | 11 | 11.5 | 12 |
| UK | 5 | 5.5 | 6 | 6.5 | 7 | 7.5 | 8 | 8.5 | 9 | 9.5 | 10 |
| EU | 38 | 38.5 | 39 | 40 | 40.5 | 41 | 41.5 | 42.5 | 43 | 44 | 44.5 |
| CM | 23.5 | 24 | 24.5 | 25 | 25.5 | 26 | 26.5 | 27 | 27.5 | 28 | 28.5 |
| Please note that sizes and fit may vary depending on the model of footwear. | |||||||||||
| WOMEN'S SHOE WIDTH | |
| B | Standard |
| D | Wide |
| 2E | X-Wide |
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