BLACKTOE PERFORMANCE REPORT
My New Favourite Race Day Shoe!
RJ
Tested by Ryan Jensen, Ottawa, Run Expert · Low Cadence · Midfoot striker · Avg Mileage: 50-70km a week.
· Updated August 2026
The New Balance SC Elite v6 is my new favourite New Balance shoe for halves and fulls! The SC Elite v6 sees an unreal update from the v5. The shoe now features a mesh upper (the FantomFit upper), making it super light and more comfortable than its predecessor. It provides a bouncy, but very stable ride that demonstrates its performance and comfort with every stride. The SC Elite v6 has now become my default recommendation for racers who are looking to add a race day or long run shoe that is synonymous with comfort and speed.