MEAGHAN: I obtained an off-white/cream model of the Insurgent v5, which I’m starting to appreciate won’t be out there within the U.S. That mentioned, I additionally acquired a take a look at the launch colorway—and it’s a winner. So no worries there. Backside line: this shoe appears to be like nice. New Steadiness has actually been nailing it recently with design and colorways (effectively, with the notable exception of the London version of the SC Elite v5… that one’s in a class of its personal).
The step-in really feel is equally spectacular. The PEBA-blended FuelCell foam is smooth and welcoming underfoot, and the added padding across the collar and tongue—particularly the plush heel—actually enhances consolation. Match-wise, the shoe runs true to measurement and presents a beneficiant forefoot, which I appreciated. The stretchy, smooth laces do an ideal job locking down the foot with out strain.
Out on the highway, the Insurgent v5 continues to shine. It’s positively a impartial coach, so these needing added construction or stability would possibly need to look elsewhere. However for me, the trip was easy and responsive. New Steadiness added extra foam underfoot and launched a middle cutout within the midsole—much like what you’ll see within the SC Coach and SC Elite, although much less aggressive. It contributes to a bouncier, extra fluid really feel underfoot.
This shoe is a transparent competitor to the adidas Adizero EVO SL, and at $10 much less, it’s a compelling possibility. Just like the EVO SL, the Insurgent v5 is fairly versatile. Whether or not it was a simple 5-miler, an extended 10-mile run, or a quick mile across the observe (I wore this in Boston for our observe occasion), the Insurgent dealt with all of it effectively.
