Running Shoes
New Balance FuelCell Rebel v3: First Run Impressions of the Lightweight Daily Trainer
A close look at the updated Rebel v3, from its knit upper and FuelCell midsole to how it handled a very wet first run.
Independent reviews
Product Reviews and Buying Guides – 208 / 805
From everyday tech and home products to lifestyle and specialist gear, each review focuses on practical use, strengths, limitations, and who the product suits.
Running Shoes
New Balance FuelCell Rebel v5 Review: A Lightweight Daily Trainer That Gets Everything Right
The Rebel v5 pairs a bouncy FuelCell midsole with a much-improved upper, making it one of the most complete lightweight trainers at its price.
Running Shoes
New Balance FuelCell SC Elite v3 Review: A Softer, More Relaxed Super Shoe
The FuelCell SC Elite v3 trades race-day snap for plush comfort, making it an interesting pick for long efforts and first-time super shoe buyers.
Running Shoes
New Balance FuelCell SC Pacer Long Run Review: Fast but Fragile
A lower-stack carbon-plated racer pushed through 10 mixed-condition miles to see whether a harsh first impression still holds up.
Running Shoes
New Balance FuelCell SC Trainer Review: A Super Shoe Feel for Everyday Training
A max-stacked, carbon-plated trainer that brings super shoe bounce to daily mileage, with a rockered ride that shifts the work to your hips.
Trail Running Shoes
New Balance FuelCell Summit Unknown V4: First-Run Review of a Nimble Trail Shoe
A lightweight, responsive trail shoe with precise lockdown and serious grip on technical terrain, with one notable fit caveat.
Running Shoes
New Balance FuelCell SuperComp Pacer Review: A Lightweight Racer With a Catch
Six weeks of testing the SC Pacer reveals excellent breathability and true-to-size fit, but the plate and low stack height leave something to be desired.
Trail Running Shoes
New Balance FuelCell SuperComp Trail Long Run Review: Fast Ideas, Mixed Results
After a promising first outing, a 14-mile coastal test reveals what this carbon-plated trail shoe gets right and where it falls short.
Trail Running Shoes
New Balance FuelCell SuperComp Trail Review: A Carbon-Plated Trail Shoe That Finally Feels Natural
New Balance's first carbon-plated trail racer delivers a flexible, stable, slipper-like ride, with one clear weakness in the mud.
Running Shoes
New Balance FuelCell SuperComp Trainer Review: A Cushioned Cruiser With Real Potential
A max-stack carbon-plated trainer with a trampoline-like ride, strong grip, and an upper that needs some work before it earns full marks.
Running Shoes
New Balance FuelCell SuperComp Trainer V2: First Run Impressions
A lower stack, a softer feel, and one noticeable stability trade-off: what New Balance's updated super trainer delivered on an eight-mile first run.
Running Shoes
New Balance FuelCell SuperComp Trainer v2 Review: A Lighter, Firmer Super Trainer
The SuperComp Trainer v2 drops the stack height, trims the weight, and tightens the fit. Here is how it changes the ride and who should pick it up.
Running Shoes
New Balance Rebel V3 vs Mach 5: Two Light Trainers With Very Different Rides
The Rebel V3 is soft and forgiving, the Mach 5 is snappy and springy. Here is how they compare and which one fits your running style.
Running Shoes
New Balance Rebel v3 vs Saucony Endorphin Speed 3: Which Performance Trainer Fits Your Workouts?
Two performance trainers with new-generation midsoles, one with a plate and one without. Here is how they split the workload.
Running Shoes
New Balance SC Elite v3 After 100 Miles: Marathon Racer Review and the Shoes That Pair With It
A 100-mile verdict on the New Balance SC Elite v3, plus four shoes that complement or compete with it in the marathon racing space.
Running Shoes
New Balance SC Elite v3 Review: A Do-It-All Super Shoe
The renamed successor to the RC Elite keeps its balanced rocker and FuelCell cushioning while adding a softer knit upper and improved stability.
Running Shoes
New Balance SC Pacer: A Road Racer Built for 5K and Mile Speed
The New Balance SC Pacer strips everything back for short-distance road racing, with the Adidas Takumi Sen 9 and Puma Liberate as strong alternatives.
Running Shoes
New Balance FuelCell SC Trainer vs Adidas Adizero Prime X: Two Super Trainers, Two Very Different Jobs
Both of these super trainers pack huge stacks, super foams, and plated propulsion, but they are built for very different kinds of running.
Running Shoes
New Balance SC Trainer vs Asics Glide Ride 3: Maximalist Stack Battle
Two high-stack trainers with plates and premium midsole foams go head to head for easy days and up-tempo work.
Running Shoes
New Balance SC Trainer vs ASICS Super Blast: Two Maximalist Trainers, Two Very Different Personalities
The SC Trainer brings dual-density foam and big mileage appeal, while the Super Blast stays lighter and more versatile. Here is how they compare after real testing.
Running Shoes
New Balance SC Trainer vs Saucony Endorphin Shift 3.0: Maximalist Rocker Battle
Two of the strongest maximalist rocker trainers go head to head. Here is how the New Balance SC Trainer and Saucony Endorphin Shift 3.0 differ and which one suits your runs.
Running Shoes
New Balance SuperComp Trainer After 100 Miles: A Long-Term Take
One hundred miles with New Balance's tall, plate-equipped super trainer: how the ride changed, how it held up, and whether the price still makes sense.
Running Shoes
Four New Running Shoes Worth a Second Look: Centaur, Infinity Run 4, Magic Speed 3 and Mach X
A closer look at four upcoming and recently released running shoes, from max-cushioned daily trainers to versatile plated racers, and whether each earns a spot on the shortlist.
Running Shoes
Four New Running Shoes on Our Radar: Quick Takes on Nike, Brooks, Adidas and More
Four soon-to-release running shoes, from a niche Nike trail racer to a max-cushion Adidas oddity. Here is what stands out and what to watch for.
Trail Running
New Trail Running Shoes 2022: The Launches Worth Watching
Eleven new and updated trail running shoes from Hoka, Altra, Salomon and Saucony, with the key changes, weights and prices you need to know before buying.
Running Shoes
Newton Gravity Plus Generation 2 Review: A Softer, Faster Renewable Running Shoe
Newton's second-generation Gravity Plus keeps the lugs, adds a new foam, and pushes further into fully renewable materials without losing its snappy ride.
Running Shoes
Newton Isaac Review: A Softer, Gentler Entry into the Newton Feel
Newton's transition trainer dials back the lugs and adds new Energy Plus foam for a softer, less aggressive ride that could suit runners who found past models too much.
Fountain Pens
Newton Om Fountain Pen Review: A Custom Pen Built Around Meaningful Design
A handcrafted custom fountain pen from Newton Pens with sterling silver Om details, colorful resin, and a well-tuned stainless steel nib.
Stationery
Next-Gen Japanese Pens and Pencils: 10 Upgraded Stationery Picks Worth Knowing
Nine cult classic Japanese pens and pencils, plus the enhanced versions that improve on them, from multi pens to self-advancing mechanical pencils.
Running Shoes
Nike Air Zoom Alphafly Next% 2: A 100-Mile Review That Ends in Retirement
After 100 miles, this super shoe is being pulled from rotation. Supremely cushioned, but an unpredictable arch problem makes it hard to recommend.