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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. |

