I did around 300km so far on it and my previous was the novablast (twice). I somewhat agree with you on the outsole, but still believe that so far this is the best training shoes I have ever purchased. It prepares you well to do your races on your preferred carbon plated shoes.
NB is currently my top brand for running shoes. I've tried Asics and Adidas but with NB I have completely no issues, no minor injuries caused by shoes. Currently I use NB Propel v4 for training and elite v3 for speed runs and future running events. My Asics nimbus 25 are currently hidden in my closet for possible future usage.
the newbalance rebel v3 is in my opinion one of the best running shoes all time. i would love to see you review it as it is (presumably based on your description of the v4) lighter and faster than the shoe you reviewed in this video.
The 4 is lighter than the 3, even with the taller stack. Responsiveness (for me) took a bit longer in this version of the shoe, but once the foam broke in, just such a fun ride. I prefer it to the 3, as I like the ride a little more and it doesn't have the problem with bottoming out that I had with the 3.
Great review! It is the first reivew that doesnt describe this shoe entirely as tempo trainer that I have seen. But I will wait for the Supercomp Trainer v3 I hope this one will be a banger. Then I will get propably 2 pairs. (especially for morning runs I need tons of soft cushion and plush) Edid: I think the wear and tear on the outsole is abysmal for 100miles o.o
Yeah the outsole is the one thing really holding this shoe back. I enjoy the Supercomp Trainers, I have the 1st version and they have been awesome. So much cushion and stack. Not a bad choice to wait on those.
I love the 3's and the material is different I hear. The 2 and 3s are crazy good and reliable, the rubber seems to last forever. Run on gravel roads, mountain trail, reg roads and doesn't seem to lose its bounce while cushioned. Scared to buy the 4s bc of the different material lol
@@jacksonblack7163 @pj8761 Precisely what Jason said. The big super shoes, plated shoes attract far more attention. Look at the number of views, sheer range of reviews. Some TH-camrs have reviewed it, but it still gets less attention than shoes like the Saucony Speed, Puma Velocity Nitro, and all the Race shoes.
Ooo a new shoe reviewer to sub to on TH-cam, nice. Thanks for the video! Helpful to hear your comparison with the Novablast 4. I definitely don’t need any new shoes but I want this one. I’m waiting for the New Balance Balos
It is kinda funny. The Rebel is generally marketed as a tempo trainer, not a high mileage daily trainer (explains the lack of rubber). But, my Rebel 3, I start by using it as a tempo shoe, then just end up wearing it for everything. My v3 has almost a thousand miles on them so far, despite looking like they would fall apart the day I took them out of the box. Sounds like I may have to buy these. About time to upgrade.
Yeah, agreed on most points. I just bought a pair (being more of a Brooks guy...but I wanted to try something softer, which this definitely is) and straight away, I am REALLY annoyed at the significant lack of rubber outsole coverage under the heel and mid foot. I have never seen a running shoe with so much white Midsole foam exposed under the foot. Talk about cutting corners to save a buck. For the next version, New Balance, slap some (more) rubber on the bottom and perhaps pad the heel a bit more...then, the shoe would be perfect.
I ran in the rebel v2 and went through 2 pairs of rebel v3. Today I did first 10k in rebel v4 in wet conditions. Grip was pretty good. Upper is ok but not quite as comfortable as the last version. Didn't find it as bouncy as version 3 but definitely feels more protective and stable. Not running as fast as you though so my pace range is from around 3.45 to 5.30 per km.
Great review. I've done 4 runs in mine now, the first two casual mid distance runs, one hill workout run and one faster workout. I liked all the rides, but I've found that the foam has really started breaking in for me. My first couple runs were reminiscent of runs in the Saucony Kinvara, lightweight, not much there underfoot, nimble, but a little harsh. But the foam just really started coming alive for me in those two workout runs. I was worried my legs would feel dead the day after and they actually feel better than they did before the workout. I agree that it's probably not the best super hard track workout shoe, but the only shoes that are have track spikes or plates. I'm really looking forward to more runs in this shoe. Just a fun shoe, with, I expect, medium durability. 500kish (that's good for such a lightweight, relatively cheap shoe).
Have you tried the hoka mach 6's? If so how would these hold up against the hoka mach 6? I've seen reviews of these two pairs being really similar because of their price, and purpose
the rebel was never a daily trainer. it was a speed day shoe that has turned into a mainstream walking shoe that feels identical to the 1080 v10 with fresh foam. the v2 and v3 rebel were something special. v4 is a bait and switch
My HS son ran on this shoe for a month, way less than 100 mi. The bottom is falling off/apart. Always short mileage 7-8 min pace. Not sure he would want to buy 12 pairs a year. I would think you should be able to get 400-500 mi before they started to fall apart?
Yeah that’s crazy it was already falling apart. I have 200 miles on mine now, they are holding up fine. Though the foam is losing some life. I’ll probably wear them up to 300-400 miles
I have only tried the 1080 v12, and they don not feel like those at all IMO. The 1080s are much softer with very little response. They are much more of a a max cushion recovery shoe than the Rebel
Nothing like them. I have the 1080s. to me they are the perfect high mileage, slow long run, recovery runner shoe. The Rebels are an entirely different beast; lightweight, nimble, and responsive.
I’m definitely feeling it get flat as time goes on. 100 miles in I thought they still felt good. now I’m about 200 miles in, and there’s a noticeable difference from when I bought them
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I did around 300km so far on it and my previous was the novablast (twice). I somewhat agree with you on the outsole, but still believe that so far this is the best training shoes I have ever purchased. It prepares you well to do your races on your preferred carbon plated shoes.
NB is currently my top brand for running shoes. I've tried Asics and Adidas but with NB I have completely no issues, no minor injuries caused by shoes. Currently I use NB Propel v4 for training and elite v3 for speed runs and future running events. My Asics nimbus 25 are currently hidden in my closet for possible future usage.
My rotation is SC Elite v3 and Nimbus 25, same size but the ASICS destroy my toes. Blisters everywhere, but the v3 fits so nice.
the newbalance rebel v3 is in my opinion one of the best running shoes all time. i would love to see you review it as it is (presumably based on your description of the v4) lighter and faster than the shoe you reviewed in this video.
You’ll love the rebel 4s then the weight is negligible tbh
The 4 is lighter than the 3, even with the taller stack. Responsiveness (for me) took a bit longer in this version of the shoe, but once the foam broke in, just such a fun ride. I prefer it to the 3, as I like the ride a little more and it doesn't have the problem with bottoming out that I had with the 3.
Nice review and well thought out scoring system 👍
My first Michael Ottesen review. Impressed. Fresh air when compared to others. 😎
Great review!
It is the first reivew that doesnt describe this shoe entirely as tempo trainer that I have seen.
But I will wait for the Supercomp Trainer v3
I hope this one will be a banger. Then I will get propably 2 pairs. (especially for morning runs I need tons of soft cushion and plush)
Edid: I think the wear and tear on the outsole is abysmal for 100miles o.o
Yeah the outsole is the one thing really holding this shoe back.
I enjoy the Supercomp Trainers, I have the 1st version and they have been awesome. So much cushion and stack. Not a bad choice to wait on those.
I love the 3's and the material is different I hear. The 2 and 3s are crazy good and reliable, the rubber seems to last forever. Run on gravel roads, mountain trail, reg roads and doesn't seem to lose its bounce while cushioned. Scared to buy the 4s bc of the different material lol
Best ever intro so far
Nobody's talking about this shoe ? Except for the dozens of reviews from every you tuber under the sun, nobody is talking about it ?
Compared to most new shoes it’s still sliding way under the radar especially for the big update it just got
@@jacksonblack7163 @pj8761 Precisely what Jason said. The big super shoes, plated shoes attract far more attention. Look at the number of views, sheer range of reviews. Some TH-camrs have reviewed it, but it still gets less attention than shoes like the Saucony Speed, Puma Velocity Nitro, and all the Race shoes.
ikr shi daily trainer of the year for me at least.
@@jacksonblack7163you're annoying AF
Ooo a new shoe reviewer to sub to on TH-cam, nice. Thanks for the video! Helpful to hear your comparison with the Novablast 4. I definitely don’t need any new shoes but I want this one. I’m waiting for the New Balance Balos
Appreciate the review. Will definitely use these as my daily trainers 🔥
awesome video sir
It is kinda funny. The Rebel is generally marketed as a tempo trainer, not a high mileage daily trainer (explains the lack of rubber). But, my Rebel 3, I start by using it as a tempo shoe, then just end up wearing it for everything. My v3 has almost a thousand miles on them so far, despite looking like they would fall apart the day I took them out of the box. Sounds like I may have to buy these. About time to upgrade.
Yeah, agreed on most points. I just bought a pair (being more of a Brooks guy...but I wanted to try something softer, which this definitely is) and straight away, I am REALLY annoyed at the significant lack of rubber outsole coverage under the heel and mid foot. I have never seen a running shoe with so much white Midsole foam exposed under the foot. Talk about cutting corners to save a buck. For the next version, New Balance, slap some (more) rubber on the bottom and perhaps pad the heel a bit more...then, the shoe would be perfect.
I ran in the rebel v2 and went through 2 pairs of rebel v3.
Today I did first 10k in rebel v4 in wet conditions. Grip was pretty good. Upper is ok but not quite as comfortable as the last version. Didn't find it as bouncy as version 3 but definitely feels more protective and stable.
Not running as fast as you though so my pace range is from around 3.45 to 5.30 per km.
I'm looking forward to the SC ELITE TRAINER V3, New Balance is going for that cubic look with all their new running shoes.
Great review. I've done 4 runs in mine now, the first two casual mid distance runs, one hill workout run and one faster workout. I liked all the rides, but I've found that the foam has really started breaking in for me. My first couple runs were reminiscent of runs in the Saucony Kinvara, lightweight, not much there underfoot, nimble, but a little harsh. But the foam just really started coming alive for me in those two workout runs. I was worried my legs would feel dead the day after and they actually feel better than they did before the workout.
I agree that it's probably not the best super hard track workout shoe, but the only shoes that are have track spikes or plates.
I'm really looking forward to more runs in this shoe. Just a fun shoe, with, I expect, medium durability. 500kish (that's good for such a lightweight, relatively cheap shoe).
Outsole design sculpt looks fine after 100 miles compared to brooks' marshmallow outsole
Have you tried the hoka mach 6's? If so how would these hold up against the hoka mach 6? I've seen reviews of these two pairs being really similar because of their price, and purpose
so tempted to give these a try but 5:51 looks like the foam on my novablast 3 after 450 miles :(
Durability is definitely not a feature on the rebel when compared to the novablast
the rebel was never a daily trainer. it was a speed day shoe that has turned into a mainstream walking shoe that feels identical to the 1080 v10 with fresh foam. the v2 and v3 rebel were something special. v4 is a bait and switch
Wheres the affiliate link in the description to buy these shoes??
Good reminder! lol I added one just for you;)
My HS son ran on this shoe for a month, way less than 100 mi. The bottom is falling off/apart. Always short mileage 7-8 min pace. Not sure he would want to buy 12 pairs a year. I would think you should be able to get 400-500 mi before they started to fall apart?
Yeah that’s crazy it was already falling apart. I have 200 miles on mine now, they are holding up fine. Though the foam is losing some life. I’ll probably wear them up to 300-400 miles
Do they feel anything like the 1080v13 at all or are they nothing alike?
I have only tried the 1080 v12, and they don not feel like those at all IMO. The 1080s are much softer with very little response. They are much more of a a max cushion recovery shoe than the Rebel
Nothing like them. I have the 1080s. to me they are the perfect high mileage, slow long run, recovery runner shoe. The Rebels are an entirely different beast; lightweight, nimble, and responsive.
Which is the bounciest running shoe in your opinion?
Would you recommend this shoe for someone over 200lbs? I’m 215 and don’t want to buy it and it bottom out.
It would probably still feel really good I think. But something firmer would probably be better long term
thumbnail is kind of aggressive mate
Did you get a half size up or your regular shoe size?
Regular size. Fit true for me
V3 is better more agiler and not so bulky feeling
Marathon shoe for a non-elite, slow runner or not enough stack?
You could get away with it for sure. There’s enough stack and cushion, but I don’t think it’s the best choice for marathoning
@@mottesen_runs Thanks, that’s kinda what I figured, but was curious what your thoughts were.
Hey man, do you prefer these for daily trainers compared to the novablasts.
Right now I do just a little bit more. Though I don’t think they are as durable as the Novablast
@@mottesen_runs Okay, thank you very mucho.
I'm tired of hearing about the rebel v4! What planet have you been living on?

After 100km this feels flat 😢
Some reviewer said this too
Does the really energy return greatly reduced after 100kms?
@@giffarmasabih8108 for me it's a Big Yes. Go for 1080v13 instead
I’m definitely feeling it get flat as time goes on. 100 miles in I thought they still felt good. now I’m about 200 miles in, and there’s a noticeable difference from when I bought them
when people claim 100% .. for sure it's not.
Sorry to disappoint, but I was being honest 🤷♂️. I don’t have any motivation not to be
New Balance has horrible quality. Ordered for example Fresh Foam More v4 and sent it back because failure production. toe box area had a bended area
Best shoes I ever wore