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This is a picture of the New Balance FuelCell SuperComp Trainer v3
Weight
9.6 oz.
Drop
6 mm.
Category
Lightweight
“The New Balance FuelCell SuperComp Trainer v3 is a great speed trainer and an excellent training version of the SuperComp Elite v4. It has a versatile ride but truly shines during uptempo long runs....” Read expert review
Brandon Law
Marathon Runner and Shoe Expert
Weight
7.1 oz.
Drop
8 mm.
Category
Lightweight
“The Brooks Hyperion 2 is a neutral trainer that can be used for mainly speed work because how lightweight and responsive it is. The shoes can also be a useful option for your races that are 10k and...” Read expert review
Paul Soriano
Shoe Obsessed Runner
Weight
8.6 oz.
Drop
10 mm.
Category
Lightweight
“The Nike Pegasus Plus is a fun but overpriced daily trainer with a super soft ride. Its easily compressed midsole limits its versatility but it has a faster, more engaging ride than the regular...” Read expert review
Brandon Law
Marathon Runner and Shoe Expert
Weight
9.5 oz.
Drop
10 mm.
Category
Lightweight
“The Puma Deviate Nitro 3 is a do it all shoe. There are not many flaws found in the Nitro 3. A comfortable ride that is meant for the miles both in training and on race day! ” Read expert review
Justin Alpaugh
Ultrarunner and running shoes expert.
Weight
9.2 oz.
Drop
6 mm.
Category
Lightweight
“The Brooks Hyperion Max 2 is a good speed trainer best suited to uptempo runs. It doesn't have a bouncy ride due to its EVA midsole but it has a durable outsole and upper comfort which is second to...” Read expert review
Brandon Law
Marathon Runner and Shoe Expert
Weight
6.7 oz.
Drop
4 mm.
Category
Lightweight
“The Saucony Kinvara 15 is a lightweight daily trainer that is meant for speed and those short easy miles. The Kinvara has improved from previous versions but yet it still lacks enough cushioning for...” Read expert review
Justin Alpaugh
Ultrarunner and running shoes expert.
Weight
7.4 oz.
Drop
7 mm.
Category
Lightweight
“The Asics Hyper Speed 4 is a great low budget option used for daily training. The Hyper Speed 4 is light weight and has been durable. For a shoe priced at 100 you definitely get value with every mile!” Read expert review
Justin Alpaugh
Ultrarunner and running shoes expert.
Weight
8.3 oz.
Drop
5 mm.
Category
Lightweight
“The HOKA Mach 6 is an everyday shoe that has enough stack height in the midsole to give you that comfortable ride for those long runs and light enough to make you pick up the speed. If you're...” Read expert review
Paul Soriano
Shoe Obsessed Runner
Weight
7.5 oz.
Drop
6 mm.
Category
Lightweight
“The New Balance FuelCell Rebel v4 is an excellent lightweight speed trainer which is perfect for any run faster than easy pace. Its new midsole which is a blend of PEBA & EVA delivers an...” Read expert review
Brandon Law
Marathon Runner and Shoe Expert
Weight
8.6 oz.
Drop
0.5 mm.
Category
Lightweight
“The Mizuno Wave Rebellion Flash 2 is a "super" trainer that has the feel of a race day shoe along with the durability that will last. If you are looking for a valuable shoe that can take on any task,...” Read expert review
Paul Soriano
Shoe Obsessed Runner