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New Balance Fuelcell Supercomp Trail V2
50K raceNew Balance

Fuelcell Supercomp Trail V2

A carbon-plated FuelCell trail racer from New Balance built for speed and race-day traction, positioned for competitive trail and ultra racing at $219.99.

$219.99MSRP
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Comparable specifications
Use these measurements to compare shoes on equal terms.
Terrain
trail
Primary use
50K race
Races
Ultra, 50K+
Also good for
Medium trail race, Short trail race, Trail long run, Daily trail training
Drop
0mm
Stack
not published
Plate
carbon
Midsole
FuelCell
Widths
standard
Tempo workoutsSmooth trailTechnical trailLightweightUltra distanceRace dayCarbon plate
Our read

The FuelCell SuperComp Trail v2 targets fast trail racing with a carbon plate and FuelCell midsole, but reviewer feedback is polarized: some praise its lightweight speed and comfort on rolling terrain, while others cite a narrow, low toe box and arch rubbing that undermined longer efforts. Fit inconsistency is the recurring caveat.

Ride

Carbon-plated FuelCell platform aimed at responsive, fast trail running; positive testers found it lightweight and quick, though one felt the cushioning fell flat on trails.

Fit

Fit ratings run below average (2.67/5) and lean narrow; one reviewer found great support while another reported the toe box too narrow and low, causing toe rubbing. A wide (2E) option exists.

Best for

Trail runners chasing speed on smoother to moderately technical terrain who want carbon-plated energy return for races and fast training.

Avoid if

You have wider feet or need a roomy toe box, or want a proven max-cushion rig for long ultras without fit risk.

Sources
What informed our read. We link out rather than reproduce others’ reviews.