adidas$140
Adizero Adios 9
A light, low-profile Lightstrike Pro shoe for track workouts, tempo runs and 5K–10K racing. It keeps a flexible feel without a full-length plate.
Recorded uses: Faster training, Race day · Information checked 2026-09-19.
New Balance$274.99
FuelCell SuperComp Elite v6
A road racing shoe pairing Infinion foam with a full carbon-fiber plate.
Checked US price · 2026-09-07. Before tax and shipping. Satsuma Orange with Digital Mist; selected men's product.
The shoe at a glance.
The FuelCell SuperComp Elite v6 pairs soft Infinion foam with a full carbon-fiber plate in a dedicated road racer. Its intended use spans shorter races through the marathon, offering one racing option across different distances. The heel can feel unstable even though the upper holds it securely, so a good lockdown should not be confused with a supportive platform. The interior is narrow, with standard and wide versions listed, making both forefoot space and stability under your own stride important considerations before race day.
Pros and cons
Our summary of published testing and reviewer impressions. Checked 2026-10-03.
Pros
- Strong rebound across a range of racing distances.
- The upper is highly breathable.
- Heel lockdown is secure.
Cons
- The platform can feel unstable at the heel.
- The narrow interior can restrict broader feet.
A closer look
Where it fits in your running
Recorded uses: race day. Designed for road running.
Recorded racing distances: 5K–10K, half marathon, marathon.
Cushioning and ride
Published testing found a lighter, responsive racer with a narrow fit. Secure foot hold and rearfoot stability are different qualities, so assess both during race-pace efforts.
Our editorial ride category: soft.
Fit and sizing
Independent testing found a narrow interior. The review describes a secure heel fit.
Recorded widths: standard, wide.
Men's D and 2E shown on US product page.
Men’s listing; widths and linked price apply to the recorded product range. Check your size and stock at the retailer. An offered width does not guarantee personal fit.
Before you choose
The independent review found an unstable heel.
Manufacturer specifications
Specifications from the brand’s product information.
- Listed weight
- 198 g
- Heel-to-toe drop
- 8 mm
- Heel stack height
- Not verified
- Plate
- Carbon plate / rods
- Support
- Neutral
- Recorded product range
- Men’s
- Widths offered
- Standard, Wide
Source: New Balance product page . Listed weights may refer to different reference sizes.
Follow the evidence.
Information checked 2026-09-07. Ride and fit descriptions use brand information and published reviews where available; matching categories are our editorial interpretation.
- New Balance product details Official identity, intended use and listed specifications. The linked market may differ from the US.
- US price and buying options Satsuma Orange with Digital Mist; selected men's product.
The US official page does not supply stack height, so it is omitted.
Know what sits behind the advice.
Product information and editorial guidance help you compare. Catalog details checked 2026-09-07.
From the manufacturer
Identity, intended use, offered widths, and listed specifications. We label these as brand figures; reference sizes can differ.
Read New Balance’s specificationsFit and ride notes
Brand information and published reviews inform the descriptions of comfort, fit, and ride. Use these notes to choose pairs to try; your experience can differ.
Our matching categories
Ride labels and recommendation rules are editorial interpretations of the recorded sources. They describe catalog matches and cannot guarantee personal fit.
How the finder choosesA missing specification means “not verified,” not zero. Price and availability need a fresh check at the retailer.
Other shoes to compare.
These share a recorded surface and catalog category. Shared running uses guide the order; personal fit and performance are not guaranteed.
adidasOriginal price $255. Sale price $217.
Adizero Adios Pro 4
A road racing shoe with carbon-infused Energyrods and Lightstrike Pro cushioning.
Recorded uses: Race day · Information checked 2026-09-07.
adidas$180
Adizero Takumi Sen 11
A lightweight road racer with glass-fiber rods, geared toward short races and fast workouts.
Recorded uses: Faster training, Race day · Information checked 2026-09-07.