Customer Reviews New Balance FuelCell Propel v3

First, I'll note that all of the previous five reviews are from "non-runners" that are not reviewing the shoe from a run training point of view, but a casual walking or work shoe. This review comes from a runner's perspective that is averaging over 40 mph consistently over many years, and who has been training in these shoes since the first edition. This 3rd edition, like previous editions is a good neutral (feeling) training shoe. All versions have had a good balance between neutral feel, cushion, and flexibility, so nothing has changed and that's always a relief when a new version of your go-to training shoe comes out. With the 1st and 2nd editions, durability was never a concern. The shoes held up and met reasonable expectations for someone training over 40 miles per week consistently. However... durability has dropped significantly with the 3rd edition, which is why I'm giving a two star rating. This version hasn't hit 175 miles yet and the upper is already falling apart with holes forming in numerous locations around the upper on both sides of the shoes. Furthermore, the base platform or bottom of this version is also showing signs of significantly accelerated wear when compared to pervious versions. Again, at less than 175 miles, this shoe resembles a shoe that is closer to the 300 to 350 mile use range. This is a universal failure of durability for a shoe that claims to be for consistent run training, yet cannot hold up to even 200 miles! Very discouraging.

Love the color. I like shoes that are lightweight and not too high of a stack height - I'm a clutz so I feel like I will roll an ankle in some shoes- but these are perfect. I usually take a size 7.5 in regular shoes but a size 8 in these. The width is great - I don't have wide or narrow feet- and there's good toe box room. Liked them so much I bought them in a different color!

These fit well, have super-comfortable, cushioning soles, and last a long time. I've finally worn out the tread on my previous pair and was so happy to be able to get a replacement pair.

Very comfortable. Light weight. Only shoes that do not hurt my feet

I love these shoes so much they are my second pair for when my first ones wear out! Not only is the bright pink amazing but they are very comfortable

Every day walking, someone that has daily foot pain from neuropathy, these shoes are a blessing!! Love the comfort fit. No more pain after several hours of walking!!

Lightweight and comfortable. No issues breaking them in.

I've had many pairs of New Balance shoes, all of which I've been happy with. These are the most comfortable yet. I usually get men's size E or EE as my feet are very wide but the women's wide were fine this time. I don't run any more but walk regularly - these shoes practically walk for me!

Very comfortable. I am on my feet over 11 hours straight daily. I love the comfort of this shoe

I love the look of these shoes. I am in-between a women's 9 and 9.5 I typically wear a 9.5 but these ran a bit large. I initially ordered the 9.5 but returned and got the 9. The size 9 fit perfect.

I know that buying a shoe for its color probably isn't the best thing to do, but the FuelCell Propel is pink and super comfortable. I only have about 15 miles on them so far, but know they will be great for the two 60 mile walks coming up this fall.

Feel Great and look Great. Very Comfortable I also love the color

My daughter adores these in hot pink. We've done 3 pairs, all different sizes as she grows. She's very active and tough on tennis shoes. These take alot of sports activities all day long.

I bought these shoes for my daughter and she loves them!

I had foot surgery a few months ago and have been struggling with the right shoe ever since. I found it in these and plan to order another pair.

Love these shoes! Great arch support and very fashionable. I use them not only to go on runs but even just around town running errands

I ran in the v2 and I am thrilled with the v3! Definitely a much better fit and feel overall. Felt like I was flying. First run back post-partum, and I am highly impressed. I will definitely need another pair.