New Balance FUELCELL TC SPEED Test And LONG RUN Test REVIEW | FOD Runner - The FOD Runner

Aug 13, 2025

Intro: This is a quick summary of New Balance FUELCELL TC SPEED Test And LONG RUN Test REVIEW from The FOD Runner. It’s a great watch — we’re breaking it down so you can try the workout today. Be sure to check out the full video for all the details.

Key Points:

The shoe feels very propulsive, especially for mid‑foot runners, thanks to its carbon plate and generous fuel‑cell cushioning.
In a 2‑hour steady‑state run the reviewer logged 18 mi at roughly 6:30‑7:00 min/mi (a comfortable “late‑sixties/early‑seventies” pace).
A short hill‑repeater session (10 × 1‑minute uphill hard, jog back down) showed the shoe excels on short, steep efforts – many reps were under 7:00 min/mi, several under 6:30 min/mi.
Minor drawback: a warm hotspot around the forefoot (near the carbon‑plate base) after long runs; may break in with more mileage.
The shoe is best suited for long runs, tempo/threshold work, and hill‑reps; not ideal for easy runs or very long races without additional cushioning.

Workout Example:

Long‑run test (2 hrs): Aim for 18 mi on trails or mixed terrain at a comfortable pace (~6:30‑7:00 min/mi). Keep the effort steady; let the shoe’s propulsion guide you.
Hill‑rep speed test: Find a moderate‑length hill. Perform 10 repeats of:
- 1 min hard uphill (push the shoe’s propulsive feel)
- Jog or walk back down for recovery
- Keep the total work under 10 min of high‑intensity effort.
After the session, note any hot spots or comfort issues and adjust sock choice or break‑in mileage accordingly.

Closing Note: Give the FuelCell TC a spin on your next long run or hill workout and feel the mid‑foot boost for yourself. You can easily tweak the paces to match your own training zones in the Pacing app. Have fun testing the shoe and keep logging those miles – happy running!