New Balance FuelCell Rebel v4 Review
The New Balance Rebel v4 promises to offer an even lighter, bouncier ride with a reformulated midsole compound and a higher stack height.
New Balance FuelCell Rebel v4
Women's
Running
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Men's
Features
The New Balance FuelCell Rebel v4 will make you feel light and fast on the road.
Crafted with a new PEBA/EVA blend FuelCell midsole foam, the energetic cushioning gives these shoes a feather-light feel and an exhilarating bounce. An extra 2.5 mm of stack height keeps you comfortable during long runs, while the propulsive ride and sleek upper makes it easy to run fast during uptempo training.
“I can easily feel how the Rebel v4 propels me forward with each step, even without a carbon plate, thanks to the soft yet bouncy foam,” said Ashley during our Rebel v4 testing.
Read more in our New Balance FuelCell Rebel v4 review.
Details:
- Upper: The FantomFit synthetic mesh upper offers ultra-light bonded support and no-sew construction for a sleek fit and a locked-down feel.
- Midsole: A PEBA/EVA blend of New Balance’s FuelCell foam and an extra 2.5 mm of stack height delivers protection on the road and a propulsive feel to help drive you forward.
- Outsole: Strategically place rubber outsole for grip and durability that can hold up to your daily miles.
Tech Specs
New Balance FuelCell Rebel v4
| Weight |
5.5 oz (W), 6.9 oz (M)
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|---|---|
| Stack height (heel/forefoot) |
30 mm/24 mm
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| Heel-to-toe drop |
6 mm
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| Surface |
Road, track
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| Ride | 3/5 on the Firm to Plush Scale |
| Cushioning | 3/5 on the Minimum to Maximum Scale |
| Energy | 4/5 on the Relaxed to Propulsive Scale |
| Category | neutral |
What’s New
New Balance totally revamped the FuelCell Rebel v4 by upgrading the midsole to a blend of PEBA/EVA foam with a taller and wider base that's both lightweight and maintains that propulsive feel. Designers also returned to a FantomFit upper that keeps the fit breathable and lightweight.
Who It’s Best For
The New Balance FuelCell Rebel v4 is an ultra-lightweight neutral running shoe that’s perfect for runners looking to do a little bit of everything.
“The Rebel v4 is an excellent tempo shoe, easy run shoe and long run shoe,” says Ashley in our https://www.fleetfeet.com/blog... Balance FuelCell Rebel v4 review. “It’s a really fantastic choice for half- and full marathon training. Plus, it’s a really great choice if you don’t want to splurge on carbon-plated shoes.”
Why You’ll Love It
Springy and light as a feather, you’ll love how fast and energetic running in the Rebel v4 feels.
Reviews
Star Rating is 5 / 5
Based on 3 Verified Reviews
Star Rating is 5 / 5
Light weight - great for running!
I like light weight running shoes. These really achieved that for me. They are very comfortable, breathable, and have cushion which feels nice on the joints. From someone working through injuries, I have found these to be very helpful to keep me comfortable as I work towards healing. Thank you Fleet Feet!
Star Rating is 5 / 5
Comfy and Cute
They are a comfy shoe that has a nice natural rocking to them. Laces dont slip which i love
Star Rating is 5 / 5
good for speed runs
Feel great