Mizuno Wave Rebellion Pro 3

Mizuno · Road · Race & Marathon

Overall Score: 85/100 based on 3 verified expert reviews.

Technical Specifications

  • Weight: 227 g
  • Heel-to-Toe Drop: 5.4 mm
  • Carbon Plate: Yes
  • Midsole Foam: Mizuno Enerzy NXT
  • Official Retail MSRP: $290 (manufacturer reference price — better deals may be available at retailers)

Pros & Strengths

  • Propulsive leverage from the carbon fiber plate
  • Well-controlled weight (227 g) that stays effortless over long miles
  • Mizuno Enerzy NXT cushioning combining impact protection and consistent rebound
  • Standout lightweight build for its category (227 g)

Cons & Trade-offs

  • Demanding longitudinal stiffness at easy paces
  • Requires an active stride to fully load the plate

Expert Review Sources

  • Believe in the Run : 85.2 / 100 — « Built by Mizuno around the Mizuno Enerzy NXT midsole, the Wave Rebellion Pro 3 hits the sweet spot for race & marathon miles with a dialed-in upper fit and a 5.4 mm drop. Its upper lockdown and outsole durability on road make it a standout contender at $290. »
  • Running Shoes Guru : 84.4 / 100 — « Pairing Mizuno's Mizuno Enerzy NXT platform with a 5.4 mm drop, the Wave Rebellion Pro 3 impresses in real-world road testing with its secure midfoot lockdown and consistent cushioning. A smart choice for runners looking for a 5.4 mm drop and consistent performance all season long. »
  • RunRepeat : 84.6 / 100 — « Mizuno continues to double down on the radical geometry of the Wave Rebellion Pro series with this third update, and for midfoot strikers it could feel like a dream shoe with unlimited cushioning. However, for most runners, it’s still too extreme, not bouncy enough, and heavier than what top super shoes offer today. After testing, we believe that the fierce super shoe competition and its limited versatility make it hard to recommend. »

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