FuelCell Hill Speed Test
Workout - FuelCell Hill Speed Test
- 10min @ 9'00''/mi
- 10 lots of:
- 1min @ 4'30''/km
- 1min 30s rest
- 10min @ 9'30''/mi
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Here’s an overview of New Balance FuelCell TC Speed Test and Long Run Test Review from The FOD Runner. The shoe impressed the reviewer. We’ve pulled out the standout takeaways so you can test it on your next run. The full video has more detail.
Key points
- Mid-foot runners will like the propulsive feel from the carbon plate and the FuelCell foam underneath.
- On a 2-hour steady run, the reviewer covered 18 mi at around 6:30-7:00 min/mi, settling into an easy late-sixties/early-seventies rhythm.
- Hill repeats (10 × 1 min hard uphill, jog recovery) showed its strength on short, sharp climbs. Most splits were under 7:00 min/mi, and a few dipped under 6:30 min/mi.
- One small issue: the forefoot near the carbon plate warms up on longer efforts. More miles might break that in.
- Best for long runs, threshold efforts, and hill work. Less suited for recovery pace or marathon distances without more cushioning.
Workout example
- Long-run test (2 hrs): 18 mi on a trail/road mix at an easy pace (~6:30-7:00 min/mi). Stay steady and let the shoe’s propulsion do the work.
- Hill-rep speed test: pick a moderately steep hill. Run 10 repeats of:
- 1 min hard uphill.
- Jog or walk recovery downhill.
- Keep total hard time under 10 min.
- Afterwards, check for sore spots and adjust socks or add break-in miles.
Closing note: take the FuelCell TC out for your next hill session or long run. The Pacing app lets you dial in speeds to fit your training zones.