For me personally, in this transition from low profile shoes with a firm midsole to the current ones, NB got lost by prioritizing comfort in all its models to the detriment of performance. That a shoe with the proposal and objective of an NB 1080, for example, prioritizes comfort and cushioning makes perfect sense. But when the same degree of softness in the midsole is also used in a model like the Rebel or the Elite v3 ou v4 with a plate, which should prioritize performance, it becomes clear that something is wrong. And the performance of these models mentioned in comparison to some competitors makes this clear. It may not be noticeable to many short-distance runners or to those who think they can draw big conclusions about performance and energy return from a few short sprints. But for effective use in medium and long distance races, NB's current models are guaranteed to perform well below what can be achieved with shoes with firmer and more responsive midsoles.Unfortunately in this new pacer model, nothing seems to have changed and no enhancement in the firmness of this sole has been commented.
As someone who's favorite foam-to-date is what's in the Endorphin Speed&Racer 1/2/3 i hear you. Consider the following though: 1. For most people(from hobby joggers all way up to pro's): The longer the distance, the softer the shoe they reach for. For this reason, the foams rebound ability is equally or more important. Unfortunately there is no standard to measure/quantify. 2. For most people the SC Pacer is a 5k shoe. Compare it shoes in the same class and you have the adidas takumi with a taller stack height, and the nike streakfly with a softer foam & no plate. So the SC Pacer is objectively a more aggressive middle distance shoe. 3. Emily set the American marathon record in the SuperComp Pacer. How freakin awesome is that!?!?
I used to love the NB 880. Then when fresh foam came out, I could not wear them anymore. Way too soft and hurts my left knee. I’ve had surgery there before for a torn meniscus and have tight muscles. So i switched to the Nike Pegasus. The sole is nice and firm. Each of the last few years I rush out to try the 880 again but it is always too soft. NB, if you are reading this here is another person who really does not like fresh foam
I'd prefer the original Asics Metaspeed Sky. Lighter, has a plate and full PEBA and cheaper too. Why buy this if you already have the Asics Metaspeed Sky.
🎉🎉🎉 God bless here, and God bless you at New Balance for building some lower stach height shoes, because most of everything else out there is too high 🎉🎉🎉🎉
For me personally, in this transition from low profile shoes with a firm midsole to the current ones, NB got lost by prioritizing comfort in all its models to the detriment of performance. That a shoe with the proposal and objective of an NB 1080, for example, prioritizes comfort and cushioning makes perfect sense. But when the same degree of softness in the midsole is also used in a model like the Rebel or the Elite v3 ou v4 with a plate, which should prioritize performance, it becomes clear that something is wrong. And the performance of these models mentioned in comparison to some competitors makes this clear. It may not be noticeable to many short-distance runners or to those who think they can draw big conclusions about performance and energy return from a few short sprints. But for effective use in medium and long distance races, NB's current models are guaranteed to perform well below what can be achieved with shoes with firmer and more responsive midsoles.Unfortunately in this new pacer model, nothing seems to have changed and no enhancement in the firmness of this sole has been commented.
Agree with your comment 100%. For sheer performance other brands win hands down.
As someone who's favorite foam-to-date is what's in the Endorphin Speed&Racer 1/2/3 i hear you. Consider the following though:
1. For most people(from hobby joggers all way up to pro's): The longer the distance, the softer the shoe they reach for. For this reason, the foams rebound ability is equally or more important. Unfortunately there is no standard to measure/quantify.
2. For most people the SC Pacer is a 5k shoe. Compare it shoes in the same class and you have the adidas takumi with a taller stack height, and the nike streakfly with a softer foam & no plate. So the SC Pacer is objectively a more aggressive middle distance shoe.
3. Emily set the American marathon record in the SuperComp Pacer. How freakin awesome is that!?!?
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I used to love the NB 880. Then when fresh foam came out, I could not wear them anymore. Way too soft and hurts my left knee. I’ve had surgery there before for a torn meniscus and have tight muscles. So i switched to the Nike Pegasus. The sole is nice and firm. Each of the last few years I rush out to try the 880 again but it is always too soft. NB, if you are reading this here is another person who really does not like fresh foam
is my guy wearing pajamas?
A TRUE data dude!
They keep associating Em with the V2 but she doesn’t wear it. She’s still racing in v1, if v2 was that good she’d be racing in it.
Basically a peba Rebel V4 with a plate i guess
I'd prefer the original Asics Metaspeed Sky. Lighter, has a plate and full PEBA and cheaper too. Why buy this if you already have the Asics Metaspeed Sky.
🎉🎉🎉 God bless here, and God bless you at New Balance for building some lower stach height shoes, because most of everything else out there is too high 🎉🎉🎉🎉
I watched the whole video and I can't tell what this new shoe does or what it is in the end.
The most interesting thing about this video is that someone is wearing pyjamas. So many words, so few details.
She's still racing in the v1 though 🤔
Yes, and Em's shoes are not the sc pacer v1 that's on the market, I would try THAT shoe
@@sigitnugroho7523 this shouldn't be possible in the Olympics as prototypes aren't allowed?
Why isn’t she wearing it?
Ethan wore pajamas to a running warehouse video, gen z 🤦♂️
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Hello, do you have an international shipment to Colombia? Thanks.
I've run and raced in 1400s and Pacer v1s. What is the stack height of the SC Pacer v2? I hope it hasnt grown higher. It looks a little chunky.
Does this have the last from the rebel, SC Elite, or is it different than both?
Different than both
Thanks
So what’s different
interesting!
Release date?
NOTHING crazy new and waiting a year for no reason!
Is the homie wearing pajamas?