The New Balance 710 runners held there own in most places - they tend to shake their head a bit at wet shiny cobbles, wet mossy wood and the deeper muddier puddles. Other than that they were very comfortable both on and off road and also held up to the bits of tarmac running - just how long they'd last full out on tarmac we'll have to wait and see. Despite not being waterproof any water they let in
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| Dirty New Balance 710s |
(and there was plenty) soon felt dispersed (either that or my feet were too wet to care). The lightweight construction is still very supportive despite feeling like you aren't wearing any shoes. I think for the coming muddier, wetter months I will upgrade to something with a bit more grip as I feel these are better suited to a summer time or drier season trail shoe.
The Zoot calf guards are by far the definite winner in the new kit stakes. From the first step to the day after my legs feel brilliant. They are totally supportive on the run and stabilise any movement preventing any mid-run niggles. After the run and into the day after my calves felt loose and strain free - I feel these were a worthy purchase.
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| At least my legs were clean! |