New Balance SC Elite V4 | A Middle Packer's Perspective
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- Опубліковано 7 січ 2024
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Appreciate you mentioning it’s mid-packer approved! I LOVE the design of this and happy its not only for the elite runners :)
Can't waitfor these and Rebel V4 , thanks for review !
I am even more excited for these now!!!
thanks for the video! the shoe looks exciting. Also, amazing upgrade on the video quality with the new cam. Thanks for it :)
Love the middle of the pack perspective!!
I am so excited about this shoe. Excellent review!
Thanks for another nice review. Looking forward to these
I am so ready for this!
I was relieved Just by looking at the foam and stack..it’s screams mid packers approved 👌🏼
Thanks for the review Emily. Considering getting a pair when released as I have half marathon in March so good timing
Great review I Seriously can't wait to grab these!!
love the look of the midsole !
Fab review Emily thank you - good to know this is mid-packer approved. I'm def in the market for a super shoe this year so will be keeping a close eye on the new releases. Also, I love to geek out on shoes. Much to the bemusement of my running buddy!
Great review. Looking forward to getting this shoe.
Thanks for a great review! I love the SC Elite v3 and I will probably run my spring marathon in them. I'm both excited and nervous about the changes in v4. Overall I just love the spring/bounce and how my legs still feel fresh after long workouts. Before NB so graciously sent me a pair for free I was 100% an Asics girl and was racing in the Metaspeed Edge+ but I have been converted!
Thanks for another great video Emily! I’m digging the look of the SC Elite V4, but I’ll hold out for the next drop of the Alphafly 3. Keep up the great work mate 🙂
Just subscribed. Thank you for describing it in “normal person” terms without using the stilted language and hyperbole of some of these UA-camrs and even the written reviews. Im of the mindset that until someone pays or sponsors me to go fast, im gonna enjoy the scenery and vibe on marathons. Just got the sc elite v4 yesterday, gonna take it on my 20 miler soon before London. Can already tell just from walking around though that this is my racer.
Awesome review, and awesome shoe Emily! Love the look. Your personality is tops. Do not ever change.
Appreciate this so much 🫶🏻
I CAN'T WAIT to get this and rebel v4. I actually really loved the SC elite V3, so I'm looking forward to giving this one a try.
I just ordered this shoe for myself and absolutely can not wait Ill have it this coming Tuesday!! and I am sure ill let you know how much I love it like I have done with all my New Balance purchases and I can tell you I have loved them all dearly they are definitely my favorite brand!
I hope you enjoy!!
Okay I just got this shoe yesterday.This shoe is light and amazing compared to my other New Balance shoes sct v1 and 2, 1080v13, more v 4, and so on.. well the first walk (10 miles)they were a little stiff feeling but tons of cushion. Today around my 5 mile mark they softened up a lot and are a ton more comfortable then all my new balance shoes except my 1080 v 13s but that’s okay these are fantastic for my 10 mile walks.This shoes does give me a awesome feeling that none of my other walking shoes give me!!! I am overly excited for the rest of this years new balance launch the rebel is next then after that I guess it will be a long wait but it will be worth it. The shoe I am most excited for now is the Fresh Foam X more v 5 and the Balos !!! Thanks so much for reviewing these shoes before I found this channel I knew nothing about comfortable shoes, max stack shoes nothing so I was stuck wearing old hard shoes. I know my wallet doesn’t like them but I sure do!!!!
Great review! Hoping these will come in a wide
SC Elite V4 looks awsome!!!
I agree the new one looks cool great review and hi ruby
Your doing great job, keep up good work
thanks!!
Yep.... I'm ready 😁
I've loved the aesthetics of all the New Balance RC Elites thus far including the V4
Loved your last line. I am a very slow 62 year old runner and I geek out on running shoe reviews even though most of them would be lost on me and I still do all my running in Fresh Foam More v3. I gotta get a life.
"I gotta get a life."
You do have a life, and there's nothing wrong with what you're referencing; I love shoes too, and have been a shoe nerd for the better part of forty years. Keep doing what you love.
You are with your people...
I definitely want this shoe!!
I definitely need to try these out. I tried on the v3 and didn't like them at all. But these look like they might suit me better.
This is the year for the Fast v4: SC Elite v4, Endorphin Speed 4, Endorphin Pro 4, Adios Pro 4, Hyperion Elite 4. All seem like viable race day choices.
Hmmm and next year is the year of v5. The year after v6 and so we go on
@@HowIsThat69😂
don't forget the rebel v4
@@eduardosustovich8465 technically not a race day shoe though
@@Wings_nuttrue, maybe for those races that you just want to enjoy. Not for PR
I can't wait to get both versions! I already have the V3s and love them, so getting more of those, and will snag those CyberTruck-esque V4s sometime in the Spring. :-)
Merci pour le test.
👍🏼 for the geometric! Holding out for your fuel cell v4 review. 😂
Definitely looking forward to the v4. Have all 3 previous versions. I still like the v1 for tempo runs. V2 was too mushy although I will use it for long runs. V3 was good but missing something not sure what. Had to actually send back the 1st of V3s due to a bad finish on the ankle which rubbed. Like you I didn’t like the heal collar.
You the best Emily.
You are!
Great review curious to know your thoughts on comparing the V3 to Boston 12 and Puma Deviate Nitro 3
Thanks
I appreciate your perspective as a mid-pack runner. the fact is, going at non-elite speeds yields different results, so your feedback is highly valuable!
Happy to help!
Realy nice shoe. I hope that cam be available in Brazil, as soon as possible. Best whishes
Looks sharp! I have the V3 and hate the pain it causes me, so I'm excited for these changes
I also get pains. Where did the V3 cause you pain? Forefoot, near the fingers?
@eduardosustovich8465 up high near my ankle, where the material was stitched together. I've had to super glue pads to avoid the rubbing and the blisters that followed. They were my first super shoes, and they're far from being that. I'm a Newbie guy, so I'll give these a shot soon
For me the V3 bottoms out at racing pace but it's my favorite training shoe at medium pace..I have stocked up on the V3 cos the changes are often not up to the task ..it will only take a quick run to judge the changes..
Thanks for sharing! Do you think it is less or more unstable than the elite v3?
Love that angular geometric look. But the real question isn't really:
How does compare to V3?
What we need to know is:
How does it compare to adidas AP, Hoka RX2, and everyone else's competitor to NB RCE4.
I trust you'll be comparing all of them!
Maybe I’ll go for a super shoe for my next half. I’ve been sticking to super trainers like the sc trainer v2 and MachX but this one is tempting to try.
I’m excited for the SC Elite v4. I so wanted to like the v3, but that upper kept on blistering me. Not in the same place as you though. More under the laces close to the toes. I didn’t want to have to wear tape or a bandaid each time I used it.
The changes to the v4-not the least of which being the new Peba midsole-look very promising.
Great review once again! There is a whole new world of trail shoes that are waiting your attention 🇨🇦
Thanks Emily. I am a 9 minute marathon heel striker. Very tempted by this. I think there is a shoe called Balo coming out too 🤔
Oh yes! I think Balos? I cannot WAIT.
My soconey pro 3 are toast so looking for sure ! another 59 year old geek here too think I found my peeps 😂
I’m curious about the Balos too after seeing the TRE report on it. But I’ve loved the Endo Pro3 which was my 1st CP race shoe and now I’ve been given an AF3 for a 30 day test trial. I’m curious about the Balos as a long run training shoe since it’s plateless.
Great review, I do love the New Balance SC Elite V3.. How are fit of the V4? TTS?
Yes TTS
i used to get blister on the same spot and had to cut off that in sc v3
I’m jealous. New Balance didn’t have my size to send yet. Now looking forward to it even more.
I can’t wait for you to give it a go
Hi Emily, great vid as always! Xx You say true to size, did you have to size up for the Sc trainer v2 ? I usually size up half size but I had to size up a full size in the SC trainer v2 as my toe was catching the edge - wondering if I should do that again if I try this bad boy out. Also would you run in this over the sc trainer v2 if you had to run a marathon next week? X
I didn’t size up! And if I had to run a marathon next week yes I’d probably give the sc elite v4 a go
Hi Emily! Great content! I’m new here!
Thinking about a future half marathon in April, not just in training but also on race day, would you recommend the new Elite v4 or the SC Trainer v2? (I currently train with a Novablast 3)
I want a plate shoe for my race day and also for some training (not all of them).
Hey there! Thanks so much for watching!
Honestly I’d probably go with the sc elite v4 in that case, since you have the novablast. The sc trainer will give you the extra pop that the novablast won’t have, but for a lighter faster feeling shoe I’d go sc elite v4. You can also use that shoe for some of your workouts as well, although I would stick to the novablast for most of your runs. I hope this helps!
@@RunLikeHeller helps a lot!! Thank you!! 🙏🏼
Feels like this one might be an entry consideration for back of the packers as well. In general I don't use plated use as I'm still pretty below average in terms of pace. Feels like this one might change my mind.
I think anyone from the super fast people to regular runners can wear this shoe!
Great review video! As a middle pack runner, I’m very interested in this shoe. Would you say it fits true to size? I like a fit midfoot but a roomy toe box so I go a half or whole size up depending on the shoe. Are these unisex sized or dedicated men’s and women’s sizes?
Yes def fits true to size
Great review! So if you have to lace up one pair between Alphafly 3 or these what are you taking?
I think these. I have more confidence I can take them longer but they’re both reallly really great shoes
@@RunLikeHeller Thanks! I managed to get a pair of Alphafly 3’s (they should arrive tomorrow) for a spring marathon. I run the same pace as you. Interested to see how they feel. Will probably go with Saucony Endorphin Pro 3 as my backup if I don’t like the Alphaflys.
@RobertBruno (@RunLikeHeller) I’m in the same situation as you. Last April I ran in the Endorphin Pro 3 which was the first CP shoe I purchased and loved, but my fave independent running store (which I visited last week in SD, intending to order a fresh pair of the above for next April) had just gotten in some AF3 and brought them out for me to try. I never liked Nike’s (the last time I tried a Nike was the VF Next% which I returned because they hurt my feet), but I had to acknowledge the AF3 seemed to be a potential upgrade in bounce and propulsion, so the store is sending them to my home for a 30 day trial. I’ll be totally confused if the SC Elite4 is thrown into the mix but not sure they come out in time.
….great stuff, good stuff coming from NB.
then you hit me with that 230.., ooooooh weeeee.
Emily, I’m a 6 hour marathoner. If you had to spend that much time on your feet, would you choose the elite V4 or the AlphaFly 3? Peba or zoomX?
Sc elite v4 without a doubt. I have a lot of confidence I could run a marathon in the sc elite v4. Alphafly 3 is possible but I would be a slightly more hesitant to do so
@RunLikeHeller How would you compare the NB SC Elite v4 to the Saucony Endorphin Pro v3? Especially whether you think both are equally accessible to mid-pack/pace runners and as comfortable.
I loooove the Endorphin Pro 3. They’re both very accessible to middle of the pack runners. Equal in that department id say. The Sc Elite v4 is a little softer
Thanks for the review!
does it come in wide viersion?
I’m not sure unfortunately! If I find out I will let you know.
@@RunLikeHeller thank you so much
OMG!!! My wallet is screaming a bit, purchasing both SC elite V4 and Rebel! O well at least I can say it’s for my birthday! I love the new geometric, why is it controversial?
Some people think it’s ugly lol
@@RunLikeHeller they definitely haven’t wear NB long enough lol!
Emily, what would you say is the biggest difference you've experienced between the SC4 and the AF3?
Hmmmm. I’d say the difference is in the forefoot. AF3 is firmer and more “aggressive”. SC4 is softer and more accommodating but that doesn’t mean it isn’t fast. Still packs a punch
I really liked your review of version 4 of this shoe, as you constantly make comparisons with version 3, which gives a great reference. Unlike you, I didn't have any problems with the upper part of version 3 and I actually like its sock shape a lot. On the other hand, I found the midsole to be a real disaster, too soft, I would even say too buttery. In other reviews of this model I heard that the new midsole is as soft as the previous one, which really discouraged me. But you who actually used both shoes emphasize that there is a huge difference between the two, not only in the upper part but also in the running experience. If possible, I would like your objective opinion on this issue: Are both midsoles the same softness, or is this new one from the V4 firmer? I'm a veteran runner and today saying that shoes are soft has become almost a priority in reviews because new generations seem to demand soft shoes more and more. They seem to forget that the objective of these models is to compete and not stroll through a shopping mall.
It’s not firmer. It’s more responsive and bouncy, but somehow the foam does also feel softer under foot. It may be the way they distributed the foam
@@RunLikeHeller OK! Thank you very much for your feedback and attention. Now as a subscriber to the channel, I will be following your analysis here in Brazil with the same attention! Much success to you in your work and great racing in 2024!
@@RunLikeHeller I wanted to try this model that has just been launched here, but I definitely prefer a firmer midsole like the Adidas Pro 3, the Mizuno Rebelion and the Saucony Endorphin Pro 3. Nowadays, unfortunately, the NB is no longer an option for me.
Hi! How do you compare this to the Adios Pro3 and Vaporfly3? I like the more quick response on the Adios Pro3. I feel the VF3 is too mushy for me.
Hey there! I wish I could answer this but I didn’t run in adios pro 3! Sorry!
Hi Emily, just looking at this shoe it looks pretty stable in terms of pronation. Which of the supershoes do you find the most stable?
This one isn’t too bad. Or Hoka Rocket x2
@@RunLikeHeller Ok, thanks 👍
Had the elite v3 but gives me pain under the forefoot. Thinking about buying the Elite V4 or the Hoka Rocket X2. Any thoughts? 🙏🏼🙏🏼
Elite v4! Absolutely love it
Pass. Bring on the Pacer. Still waiting for a cushioned NB with the comfort of the NB Hanzo. It even had a Ninja on the back!
I’m curious about both the upcoming Pacer and the Balo.
She dropped the v3 and it shook the camera and she was like "sh**"😂
😂
Just bought the shoes $280 with tax LMAO so expensive. I am looking for the racing shoes for london marathon coming up in April and not sure if I am convinced to use Vaporfly next %3. After wearing NB FuelCell, I started to prefer comfort than speed. Hopefully the SC Elite v4 are both Fast and Comfortable!
I think it’s definitely fast and comfortable. I’d wear them over the next% any day but that’s just me and the way my foot works in both shoes
👍
❤
better midsole across the sc line I should be a huge improvement and may bring me back to new balance.
am I interested? Shut up! you had me at Elite V4...😢 I am beyond Happy you Loved it. I definitely going to buy this. I don't know which color though. Love the green, but the blue and just plain white.. Thanks and it was totally worth the wait.
the pure white is pretty amazing
Would you say when super shoes aren't compatible with every day running it's because of the lack of stability and firmness?
That’s part of it but I also don’t think its the best idea to run with a carbon plate under your foot for every run
@@RunLikeHeller That makes sense, thanks!
Looks similar to NB Rebel v4. Any notable differences?
The sc elite is going to have a plate which the rebel does not, and the sc elite has a 100% peba midsole. The Rebel will have a peba/eva blend, and less of it
@@RunLikeHeller thank you for the clarification 🤙🏻 keep on creating great contents
Would it work for a 4h marathon time?
Yes
Hi, how is the stability?
Stability is decent for a supershoe
I'm a bigger guy...93kg...but the energy arc on v3 is a total gimmick...I actually find the shoe collapses at the back due to it....
I tried this and other shoes suddenly feels very stiff and rock hard lol
FYI, NB's website lists this shoe at $250 and not 230 as stated
Thanks, I got a spec sheet from NB that said 230. Guess they changed their minds
Is it true to size?
Yes
@@RunLikeHeller thank you!
I'm typically an 8mm drop guy, 6mm at the lowest. I'm wary of this shoe due to its 4mm drop. 🤔
The V3’s had the same low drop. They were OK until I really started to up my mileage and then they started to kill my calves. The V4’s are tempting, but I’m with you on the 4mm drop.
I didn’t catch that about the 4 mm drop. That narrows back down the field for me to the Endorphin Pro3 I used last year for 2 marathons and the AF3 which I was offered to try for 30 days at a discounted price. They both have an 8 mm drop. I can deal with 6 mm too, but afraid to consider 4 mm for a full marathon without training in that drop.
Did I hear you correctly? $230 as price. I thought it was coming in at $250
I was told 230
@@RunLikeHeller that’s great. Thanks for confirming
It's not green, and that is a problem.
Looks like a great WO shoe but just too heavy for a race day shoe for me.
Fair enough
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WHy so serious? I like it when youre goofy and silly. All in good technical review way.
Wasn’t trying to be serious!
Just talking lol
Looks like an Adidas Adios Pro 3 rip off.
I hope it fits better for me, the Adios Pro 3 hurt my feet personally.
Same, experienced arch issues with the Pro 3@@zachjohnson7411
Except better
How do you know this? @@charlesjolley700
Relax…
couldve done wihout the bullshit rap music,, if you call that music lol
This "guy's" reviews are not funny even "he" sings a song too but no 😂😂