Mizuno Wave Rebellion Flash 2

For the first time in its 3 year history, the Mizuno Wave Rebellion Flash now closely resembles its racing sibling. But because this shoe is designed for mid foot strikers, it’s not exactly the training companion to the Wave Rebellion Pro for me. Nevertheless, Mizuno has made a pretty good shoe here that I enjoy for easy and recovery efforts.
0:00 intro
0:49 Disclosures
1:10 Specs
3:35 What’s it like
7:13 Pairing options
8:49 Buying guide and alternatives
Disclosures: Mizuno sent me these shoes to review, so I did not have to pay for them. However, no one is paying me to make this video or to include their shoe in this video. No one will get a chance to preview any of my footage or my thoughts before this video goes up on KZbin.
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[@yeegykg]

First! I was so early that youtube didn't give the option to watch it in HD lol Great review as always.

[@ramblingrunner2172]

Excellent analysis, Mike!

[@kofuzi]

Thanks Matt!

[@042766]

Working hard and traveling a lot - stay healthy! I see you're headed to London for the marathon and will be at one of my favorite shops - SOAR. Love their stuff, even better when it's on sale 😊!

[@kofuzi]

Hope to see you there!

[@snowwalker9999]

I’m a heel striker and somehow most of the shoes that you have enjoyed have worked well for me (Novablast 3, DN2, Rebel V3, Adidas SL, The Triumph). I can’t have every shoe that’s out there and I’ve decided not to even consider certain brands like this one unless you thought it was the best shoes you ever tried. Still waiting for you recommended shoes of the year so I could hopefully get them whenever they go on sale for my next year runs.

[@dylanmiller9694]

Retired D1 guy… just did a relay across the state of Ohio, mostly wearing this shoe (and supercomp) the shoe is real nice. It is fast and can handle 5:20s with ease. I’m a power based runner vs cadence based and true forefoot striker. Highly recommend if you are similar. Very great rebound/cushion. A lighter/faster supercomp trainer.

[@dylanmiller9694]

Not to argue with the great @kofuzi but as a heavy striker this thing is fast.

[@Manuel-901]

First Like from Spain 🇪🇸. Have a great friday.

[@RunNerds]

This is type midsole geometry was what I thought sketchers M-strike would become. Sadly Mizuno running shoes aren't sold locally anymore from where I'm from. Great review. Thank you. :)

[@abbyschwendler1107]

I used to love sketchers... They've fallen off my radar. I feel like they were ahead of the game for a long time.

[@laalaa99stl]

In a world where the DN2 didn't exist, I'd probably reach for my B12 more often. But it's still, objectively, a _great_ shoe. How can you hate on a shoe that has Lightstrike Pro in it, even if it isn't full length? Glad you've softened your stance on it a bit.

[@Tretesdude]

Kofuzi is right, I have B12, they're just OK shoes, Adizero SL is better for me.

[@JDeezle21]

Team Puma❤

[@runnin3216]

It is pretty easy to hate on shoes with Lightstrike Pro. Adidas uppers, particularly the heel collar, are really bad. They perform well under foot, but it doesn't mean much when it is chewing up my Achilles. I am sure that the upper will be the reason I prefer the Deviate 2 I just picked up over the Boston 12.

[@tieloo8842]

“how can you hate on a shoe that has lightstrike pro in it, even if it isn’t full length?” that statement alone is very subjective. telling ppl what works for you should be working for them too like what you’re trying to imply is just absurd.

[@zsoca31]

I just ordered mine! I am training for a 30 k race with over a 1000metres vertical, and I have a feeling this will be good for inclined runs on treadmill.

[@laalaa99stl]

I think the only reason to buy this is as a companion to the RP2. This shoe teaches your foot to land "correctly" so as to take wear and tear off your RP2s.

[@cesarasdrubal8371]

Nice video

[@willwilling4728]

1st run 4 miles ez recovery The shoe was surprisingly easy to run in. Stability was good cornering at slow speeds. Look forward to running faster to see how it goes.

[@Chungdol]

Nice, amazing review, I hoped to be it more like a "easy long run" trainer or a daily trainer... Edid: I use the Boston12 also as a easy long run to daily trainer... and works the best for me at these paces.

[@kofuzi]

Interesting

[@francoisbouchet9907]

carbon plate for heel-strikers... innovation never stops ^^! --- NB: it was fun to watch Kofuzi struggling at heel-striking on the running footage :P

[@cortneywebb1677]

I agree I like my flash 2's at medium to slower pace than expected but that's okay I have a place for it in my rotation :) Maybe I am a forefoot striker and didn't know it lol what is your favorite fast pace forefoot shoes for marathon race day?

[@guypetruzzelli3807]

I felt the exact same way when running in this shoe. I'm a forefoot striker, and it still doesn't have that pop that you'd find in a carbon plated racer. I've been using it as a daily trainer, and while it's comfortable and forgiving on easy days, it isn't as versatile as I had hoped, which is disappointing for a 180 dollar shoe.

[@Blarthox]

@kofuzi i am pretty sure I just saw you on my Peleton video running Chicago's Lakeshore path! It is the 45 min video Chicago scenic ride, and you appear around minute 33 running southbound in a blue shirt (on the north side). I don't know how old the video is but it seems to be an early Spring day, cloudy. Check it out!

[@itsaflyboything]

glass fiber reinforced plastic is plastic (usually nylon) with fiberglass sprinkled in to provide extra strength. so technically it is fiberglass sorta

[@kofuzi]

Even more confusing then 😅

[@fecardona]

The Magic Speed starting to look like a 1980’s Boeing 707

[@mirmohsanalitalpur5884]

Hello Kofuzi, I am forefoot striker 5k runner. I often pain on my forefoot & foot arch pain after 3 k running. There are tones of comfortable shoes like MakX, Ghost mx, Triumph etc but I'm confused please suggest and guide.

[@aamirjoad]

sir which smartwatch or traker do you use for ur runs?

[@chriscallahan4195]

I'm a mid to forefoot striker depending on pace, but what would be interesting is how this shoe performs on downhills. Not sure if this shoe would fit the bill for hilly terrain.

[@kofuzi]

I really enjoy this and Wave Rebellion Pro 2 on uphills. On downhills, it feels a bit unstable to me

[@longshlongsilver293]

Mizuno make some top quality running shoes.

[@copperdan7667]

Why are you not doing any reviews on the Saucony Speed and Pro 4?

[@kofuzi]

Eventually. I had to wait before I could get pairs in for testing

[@JoutarouKuujou1]

which shoes are good for forefoot strikers then?

[@wisan66eni]

What you prefer, rebellion flash 2 or tempus?

[@kofuzi]

I don't have experience in the tempus as it is a stability shoe

[@v.radhakrishna2361]

sir namaste i am from india my request my weight is 104 kg which shoe should i buy for my running i am a beginner and i have over pronation plz advice

[@user-pm1mm6xr7g]

Puma foreverRun Nitro

[@murphyadam2971]

New balance Rebel V4 or Mizuno Rebellion Flash 2?

[@kofuzi]

I have my own preferences, but I think the right answer depends on the runner. I think if a person has been a mizuno fan previously, the rebellion flash 2 is going to be very exciting. conversely, if mizuno shoes haven't been all that exciting to you in the past, this one probably isn't going to change your mind

[@luhursekhuti6282]

Still waiting cumulus 26 review

[@kofuzi]

It’s coming. Eventually

[@TheValonquar]

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[@ZuhairKhan]

Yoo whats up

[@kofuzi]

Yo

[@hambaallah-mn1em]

is it only me or you looked very tired here?

[@kofuzi]

I’m exhausted

[@hambaallah-mn1em]

​@@kofuzihaha I presumed this was filmed after you got back from Jamaica? respect the grind Sir, hope you don't get sick or injured

[@ajbeeskneesjr]

I was about to say the same thing, but I saw your comment. I was about to comment I respect Kofuzi for vlogging even if he doesn't feel like it. A true legend!