The New Balance FuelCell SC Elite v4 is Worth the Hype

The New Balance FuelCell SC Elite v4 is the fastest and most comfortable super shoe yet.

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When it comes to marathon training, the details matter. It’s the little things through each day of training that can make or break your performance, and New Balance recognizes this importance. 

Today, New Balance has officially launched the long-anticipated FuelCell SC Elite v4, including upgrades that focus on the details that are vital for athletes to perform this Olympic year.

Emily Sisson in a New Balance photo shoot / New Balance

With athletes including American marathon record holder Emily Sisson, immense research, testing, and athlete insights were conducted at New Balance’s Sports Research Lab for this SC Elite V4 upgrade. Providing runners with innovative midsole support and carbon fiber-backed speed. All while holding true to New Balance’s heritage of quality without compromising on comfort.

Over 200 athletes will compete in New Balance at the Paris Olympics this year, and the SC Elite v4 is at the top of that list. With the ability to break records, the SC Elite v4 includes a new FuelCell midsole foam made with PEBA. 

PEBA foam is a material used in top caliber racing shoes, it is lighter and provides a more noticeable bounce in each step than previous FuelCell foams to keep legs feeling fresh and energized. 

A detailed look at the New Balance FuelCell SC Elite v4

The v4 carbon fiber plate is thinner, shaving weight while maintaining the stiffness needed for propulsion. The upper and tongue consist of lightweight mesh that eliminates any top foot irritations. The shoe was designed to excel in both innovative technology and all-around comfort that lasts through 26.2 miles.

Additional tech specs include a stack height of 40mm/36mm, a 4mm drop. Best of all, they are super lightweight, coming in at 9.5D 7.8oz in men's sizes and 7B 6.1oz in women's sizes.

The FuelCell SC Elite v4 is for sale on the New Balance website at a retail price of $250 in adult sizes. Stay locked into FanNationKicks.com for all your footwear news from the sports world. 

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