Details
Brand
Mizuno
Heel To Toe Drop
12mm
Breathability
7.9
Latest Version
No
Terrain
Road
Type
Cushioning
Key Features
• Multiple sizes and styles
• Easily conforms to your varying speed, direction and motion.
• Helps prevent injuries with a strategic 20-22mm of height
• Not only contains X10 in the outer sole, but also high quality carbon rubber
• The midsole is comprised of high quality and sturdy foam rubber, EVA & U4icX
• Excellent for those prone to heel-striking
• An Airmesh cover is used for the upper sole and is very breathable
Breathability
One of the most important aspects of a good running shoe is its breathability. This running shoe has a porous and highly breathable Airmesh cover which not only helps with the much needed airflow our feet need, but also keeps them dry and stinky-free. By all means this is not the perfect running shoe, but it’s quite close as some firmly believe.
Comfort
This is definitely a shoe that is geared toward those who prefer a well-constructed, but comfortable shoe. A loose fitting shoe can make or break any runner’s performance as well as be cause for blisters. On the other end of the spectrum, however too tight of a shoe can cause stress on the tendons or unwanted pain overall. Some have found the Mizuno Wave Rider to be a little on the tighter side causing movement of the foot to be constrained. With that being said, from our consensus of current owners of this shoe we have concluded that if the arch of your foot is lower and you have a wider foot, this may not be the shoe for you.
The heel of the Mizuno Wave Rider has actually been a main feature of this shoe which 90% users have found to be soft yet durable. The shoe is practically a heel-striker’s dream shoe with the upper section made of a plush material and surprisingly soft. The heel and tongue actually grip the feet in a perfect position which helps prevent from slipping.
Style
The Mizuno Wave Rider is a modern and stylish shoe, which has the ability to compliment many occasions not just for running. Offering an array of different styles not exclusive for just adults, but for kids as well. Offering several different color variations make it great to choose a unique color scheme that matches your specific taste. Currently, the different color variations available on the market range from Pearl Blue, Sea Green Sky Blue, Black & Gray, Navy Blue & Dark Blue, Uni-color black, and lastly Dude Blue.
Durability
A shoe is only as good as it lasts for the long term. No doubt getting the most out of a shoe stems directly from the quality and durability. A main highlight from users of this shoe have stated that its durability is second to none. This primarily is due to the use of high quality materials such as the X10 carbon rubber found in the outer sole. Mizuno actually claims that the X10 makes it much more durable than many of the other available running shoes on the market. Lastly, the shoe laces have shown to endure even the most grueling of endurance workouts.
Protection
With a 20 – 22 mm shoe height, your feet will be overall protected from any unexpected object or long term endurance activity that may cause your foot harm.
Support
After strategically survey the market and what was needed, Mizuno crafted a shoe that address an unmet need in the market. It’s common to experience foot aches after a long workouts which is why they added extra cushion to the inner sides to prevent unwanted slipping or movement which could cause discomfort. Securely and comfortable fastening the foot allows a full range of motion without the worry of undue stress. Additionally, they implement what they call the Shock-liner which provides more resiliency, support and flexibility. The support that the Mizuno Wave Rider provides has been a key feature its users have highly praised.
Terrain
Road running is primarily the best terrain for the Mizuno Wave Rider, although with is unique traction pattern it can fare nearly any terrain. Whether you find yourself trail running, on the beach, asphalt or even uneven rocky terrain this shoe can handle it all. Let’s face it, this shoe was built to last.
Drop
As a frame of reference, typically the average drop of a running shoe is about 10 mm. The “drop” of a shoe essentially is the height difference of the heel and forefoot. With a drop of 14.1 mm, the Mizuno Wave Rider provides an excellent level of comfort, security while maximizing performance.
Stability
Due to the durable U4icX & EVA foam rubber found in the midsole the Mizuno Wave Rider allows for greater stability across more surface area of the foot. Mizuno found that using these materials allow the shoe to not only be more comfortable and flexible, but also significantly more lightweight.
In addition to this material they incorporated what is called a Strobel board that provides stability evenly from the upper sole to the midsole by industrial strength glue and strategic stitching. Secondly, the DiscAir mesh is porous and allows for fresh airflow while creating enough support for the top of the foot that lessens slippage.
Flexibility
A top requirement for a quality running shoe is its ability to not only provide reliable support, but also be forgiving enough to take powerful continuous impact with variations of terrain. The flexibility of the Mizuno Wave Rider has been constructed with innovative technology practices and superior manufacturing processes. Mizuno claims to have incorporated the world’s first mechanical midsole technology giving more flexibility and power at the same time.
Bottom Line
With varying styles, sizes, and advanced technology this all terrain running shoe provides a long lasting, comfortable and powerful shoe suitable for anyone looking to gain an edge over the competition or simply to maintain an active lifestyle.
