New Balance FuelCell SuperComp Trail v2
New Balance · Trail · Trail & Montagne
Overall Score: 79/100 based on 3 verified expert reviews.
Technical Specifications
- Weight: 248 g
- Heel-to-Toe Drop: 7.3 mm
- Carbon Plate: No
- Midsole Foam: FuelCell
- Official Retail MSRP: $260 (manufacturer reference price — better deals may be available at retailers)
Pros & Strengths
- Well-controlled weight (248 g) that stays effortless over long miles
- FuelCell cushioning combining impact protection and consistent rebound
- Confident traction and lateral lockdown across varied trails
Cons & Trade-offs
- Firmer ride across long paved road-to-trail transitions
Expert Review Sources
- Journal du Trail / Trail Session : 80.3 / 100 — « Across our trail & montagne testing on trail, the New Balance FuelCell SuperComp Trail v2 inspires confidence across technical trails and wet rock thanks to its biting outsole and FuelCell protection (248 g). A smart choice for runners looking for a 7.3 mm drop and consistent performance all season long. »
- iRunFar : 80.0 / 100 — « Across our trail & montagne testing on trail, the New Balance FuelCell SuperComp Trail v2 combines durable upper protection, lateral stability, and consistent underfoot filtering (248 g). A smart choice for runners looking for a 7.3 mm drop and consistent performance all season long. »
- OutdoorGearLab : 76.3 / 100 — « Designed for trail runners seeking a dependable trail & montagne option, the New Balance FuelCell SuperComp Trail v2 holds its own against top trail & montagne rivals thanks to its resilient FuelCell platform. Its upper lockdown and outsole durability on trail make it a standout contender at $260. »
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