Here are two views of the New Balance 573. I bought these for hikes and excursions without a lot of pack weight. They are very lightweight (about 8 oz.) and incredibly breathable because of they're synthetic mesh upper. The inner heel has various cushioning materials that prove to be very supportive, I jumped off huge boulders going downhill and felt little to no impact or shock to my precious feet. While the inside of these sneakers are like a walk in the clouds, the outside are rugged and strong. The aggressive lugged out sole gives epic traction with a concave heel and tiny teeth that literally grip everything! I felt like spider woman navigating quickly through boulder gardens and literally sticking to each rock face. The traction is still effective on wet surfaces like creeks and river bottoms, but take caution when encountering moss and mud. They do dry relatively quickly after being completely submerged in water so don't be afraid too cross the river!
I have used these to jog around Back Bay and the East End Trail. They work alright because of the breathability but are a bit too heavy in the heel. I am now looking for something more minimalist and lightweight for running. Since they are last year's style they were only $50 at The Sports Authority. I'm a big fan of New Balance footwear because they offer a low-key technical style, and mellow color schemes for women. They also have a larger toe box which leaves room for your toes to stretch, breathe, and separate. I most def recommend these kicks. I am super stoked to use them on July 23, 2011 for the Sunday River Tough Mountain Challenge.
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