New Balance SuperComp Trainer v3 Review: Third Time's the Charm?
The New Balance SuperComp Trainer v3, available August 1, may be the best version yet. Read on to learn why.
New Balance FuelCell SuperComp Trainer v3
$144.95 - $190
Star Rating is 5 / 5
The SuperComp Trainer v3 brings carbon-plated energy to your training miles..
Features
Get fired up by the New Balance FuelCell SuperComp Trainer v3’s combination of softness and speed.
This carbon-plated shoe gives you plenty of cushion, forward propulsion and bounce to rack up the miles and keep you moving forward.
During our New Balance FuelCell SuperComp Trainer v3 review, run tester Travis said, “The FuelCell cushioning is very bouncy and fun to run in, and the rocker geometry keeps my momentum moving forward. The carbon-fiber plate gives the midsole some much-needed rigidity that keeps the bouncy cushioning more responsive.”
Details:
- Upper: An engineered mesh upper feels sleek and smooth.
- Midsole: New Balance’s bouncy and cushioned FuelCell foam is combined with a carbon plate and Energy Arc geometry for an effortless experience on your runs.
- Outsole: There is enhanced traction in the forefoot and heel that can help on rainy runs, while New Balance’s Energy Arc geometry leaves an open outsole channel to give you plenty of propulsion.
Tech Specs | New Balance FuelCell SuperComp Trainer v3 |
Weight | 7.3 oz (W), 9.2 oz (M) |
Heel-to-toe drop | 6 mm |
Stack Height | Heel: 40 mm / Forefoot: 34 mm |
Category | Neutral, carbon plated |
Surface | Road |
What’s New
New Balance reformulated the SuperComp Trainer to make it almost a full ounce lighter, letting you run farther and faster. They also redesigned the upper to make it sleeker and more comfortable.
Who It’s Best For
The New Balance SuperComp Trainer v3 is a great shoe for someone who is training for a half marathon or marathon. It provides plenty of cushion, comfort and bounce every step of the way. It can also work well for someone who wants to train and race in the same shoe.
Why You’ll Love It
You will love the forward propulsion and bouncy cushioning that training in the New Balance SuperComp Trainer v3 brings every day.
Star Rating is 5 / 5
BEST RUNNING SHOE EVER
This is a very biased review of this shoe. I used to be a die hard Hoka Clifton fan (if that's you and you're reading this keep going), assuming that was the springiest shoe out there. But then I tried the Supercomp and everything changed! This shoe is comfortable, light, and gives you a bounce. It helps relieve a lot of the impact when running because of the carbon plate, and you feel like your flying. I've been wearing the renditions of it for years now and the shoes always last a LONG time (which is different than a lot of carbon plated "special" foam shoes, iykyk because they break down after like 200 miles). My last pair I stretched over about a year and a half and they were just starting to not feel great. HIGHLY RECOMMEND! I do not recommend them if you have any hip flexor or SI Joint issues, however, because you will lose some stability. So be careful, but other than that. 10/10
Star Rating is 5 / 5
Love these shoes
Love these shoes for short to intermediate distance. Trained in them for a half marathon last year, they were excellent for the race, and now I’m on my third pair because they’ve been so wonderful. Cushioned enough for comfort without feeling overly foam-y/pillowy under my feet
Star Rating is 5 / 5
Best running shoe
I keep buying this shoes over and over again. A lot of comfort and balance!
Star Rating is 5 / 5
Great reliable shoe
Love these. They are great for all kinds of training, especially marathon but have not disappointed at all with 5 and 10k training. Do not take off road. They wear quickly if you do.
Star Rating is 5 / 5
Great training shoe
I can definitely see a difference in my running with these shoes. I use them primarily for tempo runs and I'm able to keep up to my target pace during my sessions with this shoe (sometimes even faster than my target pace!). Running w a plate does take some getting used to but by the second session, the shoes felt good. A great shoe to add to my rotation!
