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New Balance FuelCell SuperComp Pacer 2
Road Racing

New Balance FuelCell SuperComp Pacer 2

A fantastic 5K/10K racer and speed-workout companion that benefits from the new PEBA blend, but Kofuzi finds the aggressive plate position too harsh to recommend as a marathon shoe for most non-elite runners despite Emily Sisson's American record performance. — Kofuzi

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Physical blueprint

Where this shoe sits

Weight 210 g
Heel stack 35.0 mm
Drop 8.0 mm
Cushioning Low

Best for

Tempo & SpeedMarathon Racing
Suits Forefoot, Midfoot strikers
Pronation Neutral
Surface Road

Specifications

Weight (M9)
210g (7.4 oz)
Stack (Heel)
35.0 mm
Stack (Forefoot)
27.0 mm
Drop
8.0 mm
Midsole
FuelCell (100% PEBA)
Plate
Carbon (Bowed carbon fiber plate with Energy Arc technology)
Outsole
Strategic rubber with forefoot coverage
Upper
Single-layer engineered mesh
Lacing
Traditional

Fit Profile

Length
True To Size
Forefoot Width
Narrow
Midfoot Width
Snug
Heel Width
Snug
Lockdown
Good
Toe Box
Average
Sizing
True To Size

Ride Characteristics

Cushioning
Low
Stability
Neutral

Expert reviews · 1 reviewer · grouped per channel

K
Kofuzi Youtube ↗

Best for: Alternative marathon racer, not a replacement for the SC Elite v5

source
+1 earlier review from Kofuzi

A fantastic 5K/10K racer and speed-workout companion that benefits from the new PEBA blend, but Kofuzi finds the aggressive plate position too harsh to recommend as a marathon shoe for most non-elite runners despite Emily Sisson's American record performance.

Best for: 5K and 10K racing, half marathon, and fast speed workouts (mile/800m/400m repeats); not recommended as a marathon shoe for most non-elite runners

12 miles tested · source

Frequently asked questions

How does the New Balance FuelCell SuperComp Pacer 2 fit?

Kofuzi notes: True to size, snug fit as expected for a racing shoe but never crunched the toes thanks to comfortable upper material

Per Kofuzi.

How much does the New Balance FuelCell SuperComp Pacer 2 weigh and what is its drop?

The New Balance FuelCell SuperComp Pacer 2 weighs about 210g (men's 9), has a 35.0mm heel stack and a 8.0mm heel-toe drop.

What shoes is the New Balance FuelCell SuperComp Pacer 2 compared to?

Reviewers compare the New Balance FuelCell SuperComp Pacer 2 to Adidas Adizero Takumi Sen 10, Hoka Cielo Road, New Balance FuelCell Rebel v4.

Per Kofuzi.

How many experts have reviewed the New Balance FuelCell SuperComp Pacer 2?

Next Pair aggregates 2 expert reviews of the New Balance FuelCell SuperComp Pacer 2, including Kofuzi.

Per Kofuzi.

Where it sits among similar shoes

Compared to other road racing in the same lane.

Weight · lower = lighter Men's size 9
New Balance FuelCell SuperComp Pacer 2
210g
HOKA Cielo X1 3
198g
Nike Alphafly 3
198g
HOKA Cielo X1 2
210g
Heel stack · higher = more cushioning mm
New Balance FuelCell SuperComp Pacer 2
35.0mm
HOKA Cielo X1 3
48.0mm
Nike Alphafly 3
40.0mm
HOKA Cielo X1 2
46.0mm
Drop · higher = more heel-leaning mm
New Balance FuelCell SuperComp Pacer 2
8.0mm
HOKA Cielo X1 3
7.0mm
Nike Alphafly 3
8.0mm
HOKA Cielo X1 2
7.0mm

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Foam guide

How PEBA / Pebax foam works
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New Balance FuelCell SuperComp Pacer 2

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Last updated 2026-09-29