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New Balance Fuelcell Xc7 V5
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Fuelcell Xc7 V5

The New Balance FuelCell XC7 v5 is a lightweight unisex cross country spike built for racing over grass and dirt courses.

$74.99MSRP
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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
174g
Drop
0mm
Stack
not published
Midsole
FuelCell
Widths
standard
Short distanceLightweightRace day
Our read

This is a purpose-built cross country racing spike positioned for lightweight speed on XC courses. At 174g it is squarely a race-day XC tool with a spike plate for grass and dirt traction, not a cushioned trainer. Beyond the manufacturer's positioning and weight, independent testing detail is scarce, so ride and durability characterizations remain limited.

Ride

A firm, low-to-the-ground spike ride aimed at responsive turnover on cross country terrain; stack, drop and plate specifics are not confirmed.

Fit

Marketed unisex with sizing from M4/W5.5 through M14/W15.5; specific fit and volume details are not documented in available sources.

Best for

Cross country athletes racing and training on grass and dirt courses who want a light, aggressive spike.

Avoid if

You need a cushioned road or trail shoe for daily mileage, long runs, or paved surfaces.

Sources
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