New Balance has been working for years to move away from the ‘sneaker brand making running shoes’ image. One of the main pillars of this strategy is the FuelCell SuperComp Elite line, which promises pro-level performance that rivals Nike’s Alphafly and Adidas’ Adizero franchises.
Historically, I found the FuelCell SuperComp Elite shoes a bit of a mixed bag. The last iteration was disappointing, with the outsole literally peeling away after three runs; the toe box could have been taller, too, to accommodate the inevitable swelling that occurs during long-distance races.
