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Tom's Guide
4 days ago
- Tom's Guide
I ran 40 miles in the New Balance Rebel v5 and I don't want to take them off
The New Balance Rebel v5 is a shoe runners need to know about. For me, it outperforms wildly popular shoes like the Nike Pegasus 41 and Hoka Clifton 10 as a daily trainer thanks to its comfortable, versatile ride. It's not an exceptionally fast shoe, but even there it works well enough owing to its lightweight design, and it's also highly stable for such a light shoe. Overall it ticks almost all the boxes, and its reasonable price also helps to make it one of the best running shoes available. Unless you want a speedier daily trainer like the Adidas Adizero Evo SL, or even more cushioning from a shoe like the Asics Novablast 5, then the Rebel v5 should be at the top of your list. The New Balance Rebel v5 launched in May 2025 and costs $140 in the U.S. and £140 in the U.K., which is about par for a daily trainer and in line with its main rivals like the Asics Novablast 5 and Adidas Adizero Evo SL. The New Balance Rebel v5 is currently available in eight colors including the 'angora with earth shadow and sea salt' design I tested. I found the shoe fit me well in my normal running shoe size. It has a comfortable fit with a fairly wide toe-box, and there's a wide version of the shoe available if needed. The shoe has a midsole stack height of 35mm at the heel and 29mm at the forefoot for a 6mm heel-to-toe- drop. It has a higher midsole than the Rebel v4 to increase the underfoot comfort, and a wide base to ensure it's a stable shoe. Despite the considerable amount of foam underfoot, the Rebel v5 is still a very lightweight shoe at 7.9oz in my US men's size 9.5 — that's a lot lighter than rival daily trainers like the Asics Novablast 5 and Nike Pegasus 41. The Rebel v5 has a thin and breathable upper that has a little padding around the collar but is more focused on being lightweight than a very plush feel. I still found the upper comfortable on long runs, and the fit is secure during faster efforts. It's a great, simple upper that breathes well in hot conditions. The FuelCell midsole foam in the Rebel v5 is made from a blend of PEBA and EVA materials, as opposed to the full PEBA version of FuelCell used in New Balance SC Elite v5 — the flagship carbon plate racing shoe in the range. This blended foam is less springy than the full-PEBA FuelCell, but it still has a little bounce and delivers a comfortable ride that protects the body well from the impact of running The forefoot and heel of the Rebel v5 are covered with a pretty thick layer of rubber, and while there is exposed foam in the midfoot I have no concerns about the durability of the shoe so far, with no wear and tear even after running on light trails in the shoe. It has also gripped well for me during testing, though I have been using it in the summer and haven't had to tackle any runs in wet or icy conditions. It's rare for a shoe as light as the New Balance Rebel v5 to also be as stable and comfortable as it is, and as a result it's a highly versatile shoe. I found it comfortable enough for cruising through easy and long runs, where the wide base gives a secure and stable feel to the ride. Max-cushioned shoes like the Asics Novablast 5 have even more foam underfoot, which some runners might prefer, but the Rebel v5 is certainly soft and comfortable enough for the long haul. It's also light enough for faster workouts, though I'd say the design lends itself more to easy and steady runs rather than all-out speedwork That's because the foam in the midsole isn't that springy, it feels more like it's designed to soak up the impact of running rather than be very responsive. The wide midsole also detracts from how nimble the Rebel v5 feels during faster runs, and it doesn't have a very aggressive rocker like the Adidas Adizero Evo SL, or early models of the Rebel line. It certainly can handle tempo runs and interval sessions and if you want one running shoe to do it all it's one of the better options on the market, but if you have a running shoe rotation I'd pair the Rebel v5 with a more speed-focused shoe myself. The New Balance Rebel v5 is a great daily trainer and it will suit a wide range of runners thanks to its comfort and versatility. There are faster daily shoes like the Adidas Adizero Evo SL and Hoka Mach 6, but they are not as comfortable and stable as the Rebel v5. Similarly you can get a more cushioned daily trainer for extra comfort, like the Asics Novablast 5 or Hoka Clifton 10, but they aren't as lightweight and speedy as the Rebel. It is more comfortable than the Rebel v4 thanks to the higher midsole stack, though if you spot the older shoe in the sales I still think it's worth considering because it does have a similar ride to the Rebel v5.
Tom's Guide
5 days ago
- Lifestyle
- Tom's Guide
I'm a marathoner who tests running gear for a living — these are the 15 Prime Day deals for runners I'd shop from $9
It's a great time to be a runner. Summer is here, and the days are longer and warmer, and if you need any new kit to help you get out there and run, the deals are coming thick and fast thanks to Amazon Prime Day. I've been testing and reviewing running shoes, watches, and all manner of other kit for the last decade, during which time I've also run 15 marathons using my favorite gear. Whenever a big sales event comes around, I always look for deals on my favorite gear, and I've picked out 15 of the best Prime Day deals for runners available right now below. The New Balance Rebel v4 is an exceptionally lightweight daily trainer that has enough cushioning and stability to be comfortable for your longest runs. The Rebel v5 recently launched, but having tested both the v4 and v5, I'd happily go for the older shoe given this discount. The Asics Novablast 4 is a max-cushioned daily trainer that provides a comfortable and smooth ride. It's perfect for new runners who need one shoe for everything, or for adding to a rotation to soak up your easy miles. I've tested the newer Asics Novablast 5, and it's not a major upgrade on the 4, so this deal is worth grabbing if you're picking between the two. Several colors of the Hoka Mach 6 are reduced in the Hoka sale right now, with one color of the men's shoe hitting $97. The Mach 6 is one of my favorite all-rounder running shoes, being cushioned enough for easy runs while also being lightweight and energetic enough for fast ones. I find you can never have too many running caps, and this lightweight number from Adidas will be a great addition to your collection if you snap it up at this reduced price. A variety of Balega's comfortable and durable running socks are reduced in the Prime Day sales, including some no-show socks if you prefer that style. I prefer to cover my ankle myself, and love the design of these light blue crew socks. Nike's own sale has a lot of great deals for runners right now, if you've struck out on Amazon itself. This lightweight running t-shirt wicks sweat and will keep you cool and comfortable on your runs. Garmin isn't the only game in town when it comes to running watches, and the Suunto Race S is a great value alternative even at full price, so to get it for just $279 in the sales is a big win. It's an AMOLED watch with accurate dual-band GPS tracking and offline maps. The Forerunner 955 is an older watch and you never have to pay full price for it anymore, but this discount brings it down to its lowest ever price. It still has top-notch sports tracking, training analysis and navigation features, and given the high price of the latest top Garmin watches like the Forerunner 970, this deals offers a lot of value. Since being superseded by the Garmin Fenix 8, the Fenix 7 Pro series has been a regular in sales, but this $400 saving on the largest 7X model in the range is a huge discount worth considering if you need a rugged adventure watch with incredible battery life to track your activities. This deal brings the 51mm model of the Epix Pro AMOLED sports watch down to its lowest ever price. It's a watch I wore myself for a year, and it never let me down when training for and running marathons. The screen is an upgrade on the Fenix 7 Pro's memory-in-pixel display, and the 10-day battery life is still impressive on the 51mm Epix Pro. I recently reviewed the JBL Endurance Race 2, and I found it great value at its full price of $79, so getting a $20 discount on that price is a bonus. They're in-ear buds with wings that offer a secure fit on the run, and good sound quality and battery life as well. The Shokz OpenRun Pro 2 are the best bone conduction headphones available for runners, offering significantly better sound quality than you typically get with open headphones. The whole Shokz range is reduced in the Prime Day sales so you can find cheaper options like the OpenRun 2, but the OpenRun Pro 2 are worth the extra outlay if you can afford them. All four colors of the Beats Powerbeats Pro 2 are reduced to their lowest ever price on Amazon right now. They offer a comfortable and very secure fit for sports thanks to the earhook design. They also have long battery life and button controls you can use even with sweaty or gloved hands, plus great sound quality and ANC. I use these high-salt tabs in the morning before every marathon I run, and regularly throughout the hotter months. You need the sodium they contain to replace what you lose in sweat on the run, so you can stay hydrated. This is the highest dose of sodium available in a tablet in Precision Fuel & Hydration's range, so it's great for those who sweat more than average or have especially salty sweat. Mix this powder with water to create your own high-carb energy drink. I've tried a lot of different sports drinks and Tailwind's taste the best, especially the special edition Dauwaltermelon flavor, which is inspired by ultramarathon superstar Courtney Dauwalter.
