New Balance FuelCell SuperComp Trainer v2
New Balance · Road · Race & Marathon
Overall Score: 79/100 based on 3 verified expert reviews.
Technical Specifications
- Weight: 264 g
- Heel-to-Toe Drop: 8.4 mm
- Carbon Plate: Yes
- Midsole Foam: FuelCell
- Official Retail MSRP: $230 (manufacturer reference price — better deals may be available at retailers)
Pros & Strengths
- Propulsive leverage from the carbon fiber plate
- FuelCell cushioning combining impact protection and consistent rebound
- Smooth heel-to-toe transition and secure midfoot lockdown
- Dynamic carbon-fiber plate propulsion
Cons & Trade-offs
- Demanding longitudinal stiffness at easy paces
- Requires an active stride to fully load the plate
Expert Review Sources
- Doctors of Running : 77.6 / 100 — « Built by New Balance around the FuelCell midsole, the FuelCell SuperComp Trainer v2 reduces plantar flexor fatigue through progressive longitudinal stiffness (a 8.4 mm drop, 264 g). Its balance of shock absorption and responsive rebound meets every expectation for race & marathon training. »
- RunRepeat : 76.6 / 100 — « At $180, the New Balance FuelCell SuperComp Trainer v2 offers a great deal for a shoe that combines cloud-like FuelCell cushioning technology with a carbon fiber plate, culminating in a significant, race-day-legal 39.3-mm stack height. Despite being on the heavier side for a super shoe, we found in the lab that it's perfect for tempo workouts and long runs, and its roomy fit could appeal to marathon runners looking for ultimate comfort, even if it means a bit more weight on their feet. »
- The Running Collective : 74.1 / 100 — « Across our race & marathon testing on road, the New Balance FuelCell SuperComp Trainer v2 impresses in real-world road testing with its secure midfoot lockdown and consistent cushioning. Its upper lockdown and outsole durability on road make it a standout contender at $230. »
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