ASICS Noosa Tri 16 vs New Balance Rebel v5
Noosa Tri 16 or FuelCell Rebel v5? Here’s how they compare on feel, fit, brand specs and price, from the fitting team at The Run House.
The short answer
Want a light, fun shoe for faster days and triathlons? Get the Noosa Tri 16.
Want a light, springy everyday trainer? Get the FuelCell Rebel v5.
Get the Noosa Tri 16 if
- You like a firmer, more stable feel
- You want something for race day
Get the FuelCell Rebel v5 if
- You want the softer, more cushioned ride
- Long runs are your thing
- You need a wide width
On the run
Noosa Tri 16: The light, colorful tri and speed shoe. Light and quick, with moderate cushion and great grip. Best for midfoot and forefoot strikers on tempo runs and races. There still isn’t much bounce.
FuelCell Rebel v5: Light and springy fun. Soft, springy and light, with a flexible forefoot. It’s a fun shoe for easy and moderate runs, though it can start to feel mushy deep into a long one.
Specs side by side
| Noosa Tri 16 | FuelCell Rebel v5 | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $135 | $139.99 (was $144.99) |
| Stack height (heel / forefoot) | 34.5 / 29.5mm* | 35 / 29mm* |
| Drop | 5mm | 6mm |
| Weight, men’s | 7.6 oz | 8 oz |
| Weight, women’s | 6.5 oz | 6.2 oz |
| Support | Neutral | Neutral |
| Plate | None | None |
| Widths | Standard | Standard, Wide |
| Built for | Tempo & workouts, Race day, Easy days | Easy days, Tempo & workouts, Long runs |
| Expected life | 350–450 miles | 250–350 miles |
Stack, drop and weight come from each brand’s own website. Numbers marked * aren’t published by the brand and come from other published specs. Weights are for the size each brand quotes. Expected life is our estimate.
Fit
Noosa Tri 16. Runs about a half size short, so go up a half. Very roomy toebox and a gusseted tongue, but little tongue padding.
FuelCell Rebel v5. True to size with a roomy toebox. The midfoot is wide, so some feet slide on sharp turns. Wide available.
Try them on
Come try on both at The Run House in Walpole, Needham or Falmouth. Gait analysis is always free.
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