New Balance · Footwear
FuelCell Rebel v5 Running Shoes - Men's
$143.99
$179.99Save $36.00 (20%)
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About this product
The New Balance FuelCell Rebel v5 (style MFCXLV5) is a men's running shoe designed for daily training and faster-paced efforts alike. Its race-inspired engineered mesh upper pairs with FantomFit bonded overlays to deliver lightweight support and breathability without unnecessary bulk. The midsole combines PEBA and EVA foams in a considered geometry, offering a responsive, propulsive feel underfoot, and carries more foam than the previous version for enhanced cushioning. A redesigned outsole adds more rubber at the forefoot for improved durability and traction, while updates to the heel and tongue contribute to a more comfortable fit over fast miles. The approximate 6mm heel stack of midsole and outsole combined keeps the ride low and connected. Available in the Raincloud colorway, the shoe features bold colorblocking and a sculpted midsole silhouette that reflects its speed-oriented character. Sizing is reported as true to size by customers.
- Category
- Footwear
- Brand
- New Balance
- Color
- Raincloud
- Customers Say
- True to Size
What people are saying
Reviewers consistently praise the FuelCell Rebel v5 as a meaningful upgrade over v4, highlighting its lightweight build, soft and bouncy PEBA/EVA FuelCell foam, and impressive versatility across easy runs, tempo efforts, and even light race use. The improved heel collar and tongue are frequently called out as welcome fixes, eliminating the irritation issues of the previous version. The breathable engineered mesh upper and smooth transitions also earn consistent compliments. The most common criticisms center on outsole durability, with several reviewers warning the rubber wears down quickly and may not last beyond a few hundred miles. Some testers also note the fit can run slightly short or narrow in the forefoot, and a few flag that the softer, more cushioned ride shifts the shoe closer to a daily trainer than a true speed shoe, with energy return that falls short of plated competitors.
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