ASICS Megablast vs New Balance FuelCell Rebel v5
On paper, compared with the ASICS Megablast, the New Balance FuelCell Rebel v5 is 3.6 mm less drop, 12.1 mm less heel stack, ₹14,600 cheaper, Ride −1.5.
 ASICSMegablast |  New BalanceFuelCell Rebel v5 | |
|---|---|---|
| Scores | ||
| Overall | 8.33 | 7.73 |
| Ride | 9.0 | 7.5 |
| Design & Comfort | 8.0 | 8.2 |
| Value | 8.0 | 7.5 |
| Price | ||
| Price | ₹23,000 | ₹8,399 |
| Specs | ||
| Category | Versatile trainer | Versatile trainer |
| Weight | 220 g | 220 g |
| Heel stack | 45.1 mm | 33 mm |
| Forefoot stack | 35.2 mm | 26.7 mm |
| Drop | 9.9 mm | 6.3 mm |
| Foam | FF Turbo Squared | FuelCell |
| Plate | – | none |
| Fit | ||
| Support | – | neutral |
| Fit | narrow | – |
| Sizing | – | – |
| Recommended runner weight | 60 kg up to 110–120 kg; better above 70 kg | Up to about 90 kg |
| Best for | ||
| Best for | Long runsTempoRace dayRunners 90 kg+ | Easy runsTempo |
| Pros | Explosive, springy FF Turbo Squared ride · Fastest and easiest 10K in months · Light at 220 g for its stack · Soft, breathable, durable woven upper · Gusseted tongue and secure heel · Heel padding works well · ASICSGRIP outsole rated for 1,000 km · One shoe for training, long runs and races | Light on foot · Roomy, comfortable upper · Fun, responsive ride |
| Cons | ₹23,000–24,000 price · Narrower than the Superblast 2 and 3 · Not for beginners · Not for sprinting · Overkill for slower runners | Foam goes flat on long runs · Lowest value in this list |
| Avoid if | Avoid it if you are a beginner, run slower than about 5:00/km, or cannot comfortably spend ₹24,000. | You are expecting a responsive midsole feel after 15 km. |
My verdicts
ASICS
Megablast
The Megablast is one of the best running shoes ever, with an explosive, springy FF Turbo Squared ride I have never felt before. It is only worth ₹23,000–24,000 if you run 2:30–5:00/km and can spare the money.
Avoid if: Avoid it if you are a beginner, run slower than about 5:00/km, or cannot comfortably spend ₹24,000.
Read reviewNew Balance
FuelCell Rebel v5
A fun, lightweight, wider and soft trainer. Great for shorter distance runs and daily training.
Avoid if: You are expecting a responsive midsole feel after 15 km.
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