New Balance SC Elite 6
The next generation of New Balance's carbon-plated marathon super shoe, continuing the PEBA FuelCell and Energy Arc plate combination at the legal 40mm limit. It builds on the well-received v5 with incremental weight and foam tuning rather than a reinvention. A race-day-only tool for runners chasing PRs from 10K to the marathon.
Reach for the New Balance SC Elite 6 for race day and tempo days and intervals. It's a neutral shoe, best for runners with an efficient stride who don't need pronation support. The tall, soft stack favors comfort over ground feel. That's great for high mileage and bigger runners, less so for racing snappiness.
- Top-end race-day propulsion
- Light, aggressive platform
- Proven Energy Arc plate design
- Premium super-shoe price
- Too specialized for everyday training
| Shoe | Cushion | Support | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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| ASICS Metaspeed Sky Paris | Maximum | Neutral | $250 | Analyze |
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