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 clearly impressed the reviewer — we’ve pulled out the standout takeaways so you can test it on your next run. The full video goes deeper into the details if you want the complete picture.
Key Points:
- Mid-foot runners will appreciate the propulsive feel, driven by the carbon plate and substantial fuel-cell cushioning underneath.
- During 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) revealed its strength on short, sharp pitches — most splits landed under 7:00 min/mi, and a few cracked 6:30 min/mi.
- One small issue: warmth builds in the forefoot near the carbon plate during longer efforts, though extra mileage might resolve it.
- Shines during long runs, threshold efforts, and hill work — less suited for recovery-pace running or pushing marathon distances without additional cushioning.
Workout Example:
- Long-run test (2 hrs): Target 18 mi across trails or road mix at an easy pace (~6:30–7:00 min/mi). Stay steady; 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 (feel that propulsive response)
- Jog or walk recovery downhill
- Total hard work should stay under 10 min
- After finishing, check for any sore spots or discomfort and adjust socks or accumulate more break-in miles if needed.
Closing Note: Take the FuelCell TC out for your next hill session or long run — experience that mid-foot drive firsthand. The Pacing app lets you dial in the speeds to fit your own training zones. Get out there, test it out, rack up the miles, and enjoy the run!