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Support is a spectrum that ranges from neutral shoes, which support the natural motion of the foot, to dedicated stability models, which feature motion-control technology that guides the wearer's stride. Stability shoes are often favored by overpronating runners.
A shoe's "drop" is the height difference from the heel of the shoe to the forefoot. Shoes with a higher drop tend to be favored by runners who land heel-first. Lower drops are often favored by forefoot or midfoot strikers. Due to variances created during the development and manufacturing processes, all references to drop heights are approximate.
The material that absorbs the impact of the wearer's foot against the ground. Cushioning may vary in overall amount, density, and firmness. Generally, the more cushioning utilized, the "softer" a shoe will feel underfoot.
Developed to match the demands of serious marathon runners, New Balance FuelCell Elite trainers represent a game changing evolution in running shoe design. Most seasoned distance runners regard the marathon as the ultimate performance gauge - whether you’re competing against others or striving to beat your own PB - so it makes sense that the most advanced New Balance running shoes are designed to focus on the demands of that legendary 26.2-mile challenge.
Carbon Plate Running Shoes
Looking for a serious running shoe that promises to give you a competitive edge? Look no further than the New Balance SC Elite v3, one of the most hotly anticipated new arrivals in our running shoe collection. This cutting-edge performance trainer offers the latest iteration of the high-rebound FuelCell midsole alongside our proprietary Energy Arc system, which takes carbon fibre plate technology to the next level. As you’d expect from a carbon plate running shoe, the New Balance SC Elite v3 delivers an exceptionally fast, propulsive ride; Energy Arc technology is designed to ensure that extra spring and speed doesn’t come at the expense of control and responsiveness.
New Balance RC Elite v2 vs SC Elite v3
Building on the groundbreaking innovations of the New Balance RC Elite v2, the New Balance SC Elite v3 delivers the same PB-busting high speed performance with extra responsiveness for a smoother, more controllable ride. Featuring an array of efficiency enhancing technologies, including full-length carbon plates and FuelCell foam midsoles for super-springy rebounds and propulsive performance, the New Balance SC Elite v3 is built for speed and comfort. Crucially, the SC Elite v3 adds extra stability to the RC Elite’s FuelCell-enhanced ride, making it a great race-day option for marathon runners. Read our article now about good marathon time predictors: How long does it take to run a marathon?
