Mizuno Wave Rebellion Flash 3   Review

Reviewed Jan 06, 2026 at 09:14 am
Latest change: Test bench update Sep 15, 2026 at 02:23 pm
Tested using  Methodology v0.12 
Mizuno Wave Rebellion Flash 3
7.4
Half/Full Marathon Racing 
6.7
5K/10K Racing 
7.3
Long Run 
6.6
Daily Training 

Track

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Our Verdict

7.4
Half/Full Marathon Racing
6.7
5K/10K Racing
7.3
Long Run
6.6
Daily Training
  • 7.4
    Half/Full Marathon Racing
  • 6.7
    5K/10K Racing
  • 7.3
    Long Run
  • 6.6
    Daily Training
  • Changelog

    1.  Updated Sep 15, 2026:  We've converted this review to Test Bench 0.12, which fixes how we measure firmness, a component of the Stability and 5K/10K Racing usages. There may be inconsistencies between the text and the scores for these usages, but the scores should still be considered valid. We've also brought back the Energy Return score and added two new usages: Daily Training and Long Run. To read more about the changes, see the changelog.
    2.  Updated Sep 02, 2026:  We've converted this review to Test Bench 0.11, adding two new rocker measurements to the Design section, and three new responsiveness tests to the Performance section. The Energy Return usage score has been replaced with Responsiveness. Check out the details in our changelog.
    3.  Updated Jun 17, 2026:  We've converted this review to Test Bench 0.10, adding a new set of fit tests to the Design section and an overall fit performance usage. Check out the details in our changelog.
    4.  Updated Apr 13, 2026:  We've converted this review to Test Bench 0.9, which adds a Forefoot Long Run Cushioning test to our performance section. Read more in our changelog.
    How We Test Running Shoes
    How We Test Running Shoes

    We've bought and tested more than 300 running shoes. Every pair purchased with our own money, never supplied or sponsored by brands. Our data-driven tests are designed to go beyond marketing claims, and since every shoe goes through the exact same methodology, you can directly compare results to find the right pair for your needs. 

    Test Results

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    7.2

    Energy Return

    2 tests
    7.2
    Forefoot Compression Energy Return
    7.3
    Heel Compression Energy Return
    5.9

    Stability

    4 tests
    6.8
    Forefoot Firmness
    4.6
    Heel Firmness
    8.9

    Cushioning

    3 tests
    8.5
    Forefoot Cushioning
    9.2
    Heel Cushioning
    6.8

    Responsiveness

    5 tests
    5.9
    Forefoot Bending Stiffness
    7.3
    Forefoot Rocker Geometry
    9.1

    True To Size

    4 tests
    10
    Length Fit
    8.3
    Forefoot Fit: Width
    Additional Tests
    3 tests
    6.7
    Design Weight
    Design Stack Heights
    Design Internal Shape