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New Balance Fuelcell Supercomp Xc-X
Standard XC raceNew Balance

Fuelcell Supercomp Xc-X

The New Balance FuelCell SuperComp XC-X is a lightweight (151g) unisex cross country racing shoe with a carbon fiber plate and removable pins for spiked traction on XC terrain.

$169.99MSRP
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Comparable specifications
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Terrain
xc
Primary use
Standard XC race
Races
5K–10K
Also good for
Short XC race, Long XC race, XC training, Grass / dirt training
Weight
151g
Drop
0mm
Stack
not published
Plate
carbon
Midsole
FuelCell
Widths
standard
Short distanceLightweightRace dayCarbon plate
Our read

A dedicated cross country racer built around a carbon fiber plate and removable pin system, letting runners switch between spiked and spikeless traction. At 151 grams it's a true race-day tool positioned for competitive XC over grass and dirt, not a daily trainer or road racer.

Ride

FuelCell midsole paired with a carbon fiber plate suggests a responsive, propulsive race-day ride, but independent testing of stack, firmness and cushioning is not available.

Fit

Available in men's sizes 4-14 and women's 5.5-15.5 as a unisex model; independent fit data unavailable.

Best for

Cross country racers wanting a light, carbon-plated shoe with removable pins for grass and dirt courses.

Avoid if

You need a road, trail or daily training shoe, or want cushioning and stability for long runs.

Sources
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