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New Balance FuelCell SuperComp Elite v5

New Balance FuelCell SuperComp Elite v5 is listed under racing. The recorded construction combines FuelCell (100% PEBA) and Carbon (Energy Arc). Drop: 8 mm; weight: 213 g, reference 9.5 US men’s.

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Construction and references

Dataset use category
Racing
Year recorded in the dataset
2025
Weight per shoe
213 g
Reference size
9.5 US men’s
Heel stack
40 mm
Forefoot stack
32 mm
Heel-to-toe drop
8 mm
Midsole foam
FuelCell (100% PEBA)
Plate or structure
Carbon (Energy Arc)

Stack describes height; drop is the difference between heel and forefoot. These dimensions are not quality scores. Weights from different sizes are not precise comparisons of equivalent samples.

What to consider

The racing category describes a product proposition. Consider fit, experience with the shoe and event rules before choosing a race-day pair.

Try the size with your usual socks, checking toe room and secure hold. Foam names, plates and prices cannot replace this assessment. This page does not prescribe footwear or attribute injury prevention to the model.

Independent measurements

Results published by RunRepeat. Dataset sample and protocol: men’s US 9; methodology 2.3.

Recorded test consultation: .

Heel shock absorption
144 SA
Heel energy return
74.8 %
Foam firmness
33.8 Asker C
Wet-concrete traction
0.72 CoF
Force for 30° bending
16.2 N
RunRepeat: New Balance FuelCell SuperComp Elite v5 ↗

These measurements do not replace the product specifications above. They describe a laboratory sample and protocol, not Darwin tests or a guarantee of individual feel.

Sources and limitations

These details combine compiled specifications. Each source is identified; a laboratory, manufacturer and retailer provide different evidence. Darwin did not perform the tests.

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