New Balance SuperComp Rebel

New Balance · Road · Race & Marathon

Overall Score: 91/100 based on 3 verified expert reviews.

Technical Specifications

  • Weight: 207 g
  • Heel-to-Toe Drop: 8.8 mm
  • Carbon Plate: Yes
  • Midsole Foam: FuelCell
  • Official Retail MSRP: $200 (manufacturer reference price — better deals may be available at retailers)

Pros & Strengths

  • Ultra-competitive featherweight build (207 g)
  • FuelCell midsole delivering responsive energy return
  • Dynamic carbon-fiber plate propulsion
  • Propulsive leverage from the carbon fiber plate

Cons & Trade-offs

  • Demanding longitudinal stiffness at easy paces

Expert Review Sources

  • Journal du Trail / Trail Session : 94.3 / 100 — « Designed for road runners seeking a dependable race & marathon option, the New Balance SuperComp Rebel combines durable upper protection, lateral stability, and consistent underfoot filtering (207 g). Its upper lockdown and outsole durability on road make it a standout contender at $200. »
  • RunRepeat : 94.6 / 100 — « The best things in life are often unexpected, and the New Balance SuperComp Rebel surprised us in the best possible way. We were amazed by how much this super trainer delivers: a bouncy, protective ride with impressive versatility, strong traction, a secure upper, and a featherlight build. We found in the lab that the new foam is a huge step forward for the brand, bringing energy return that can rival super shoes. In our experience, it works best for soft-foam lovers and runners without wide feet, but with this shoe, New Balance has finally reached the top tier of performance running. »
  • Solereview : 93.9 / 100 — « Calibrated with a 8.8 mm drop and weighing 207 g, the New Balance SuperComp Rebel delivers progressive forefoot flex and evenly distributed FuelCell compression on the mechanical test bench. A smart choice for runners looking for a 8.8 mm drop and consistent performance all season long. »

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