Mizuno Wave Rebellion

Mizuno · Road · Race & Marathon

Overall Score: 86/100 based on 3 verified expert reviews.

Technical Specifications

  • Weight: 247 g
  • Heel-to-Toe Drop: 7.7 mm
  • Carbon Plate: Yes
  • Midsole Foam: Mizuno Enerzy NXT
  • Official Retail MSRP: $200 (manufacturer reference price — better deals may be available at retailers)

Pros & Strengths

  • Standout lightweight build for its category (247 g)
  • Mizuno Enerzy NXT midsole delivering responsive energy return
  • Propulsive leverage from the carbon fiber plate
  • Well-controlled weight (247 g) that stays effortless over long miles

Cons & Trade-offs

  • Demanding longitudinal stiffness at easy paces

Expert Review Sources

  • Running Lab : 91.3 / 100 — « Pairing Mizuno's Mizuno Enerzy NXT platform with a 7.7 mm drop, the Wave Rebellion strikes a convincing balance between impact protection and lively turnover (247 g, a 7.7 mm drop). Its upper lockdown and outsole durability on road make it a standout contender at $200. »
  • Solereview : 87.6 / 100 — « Designed for road runners seeking a dependable race & marathon option, the Mizuno Wave Rebellion delivers progressive forefoot flex and evenly distributed Mizuno Enerzy NXT compression on the mechanical test bench. Its upper lockdown and outsole durability on road make it a standout contender at $200. »
  • RunRepeat : 81.6 / 100 — « The Mizuno Wave Rebellion breaks away from convention with a prominent heel cutout exposing its fiberglass Wave Plate. This lightweight, all-pace, high-stability shoe not only looks good to us, but also provides ample cushioning for those long runs. Yet, concerns about durability emerged in our lab, particularly given its near $200 price tag. »

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