Mizuno

Mizuno Wave® Alchemy™ 8

2009-06-27 08:47:34

Reviewer:Sharlene P. from Florida

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I went for a fitting at a store in Bentonville, Arkansas. My husband and I were living there for a bit, I was wearing Nike running shoes and I noticed that I was not feeling as comfortable as I should when running; I felt my food was leaning way too much to the outer side of my shoe. They evaluated my foot and tried on a few Mizunos and other name brands, the Mizuno Wave was perfect!! It balanced my foot the way it should and it also allowed me not to get shin splints YEA!!! I’m so gonna stick with this shoe!! LOVE IT!!

Mizuno Wave® Rider™ 12

2009-06-25 18:21:34

Reviewer:Sky S. from St. Matthews, SC

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I purchased these shoes based on the high recommendations from reviews. I have run about 20 miles in them hoping I will get the feeling that the other reviewers are feeling. The last time I ran (about 2 miles into the run with the intention of running about 5 miles) I had to take the shoes off because my muscles on the outer part of my leg were hurting so bad. I am very disappointed in the shoes hoping they had to go through a "break in" period but that is not looking like the case. I will not run in them again. Very disappointed consumer.

Mizuno Wave® Creation™ 10

2009-06-20 11:57:49

Reviewer:Marlene from Palm City, FL

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I have to say that these are great running shoes! I have been a Saucony fan for years, but recently have been unhappy with the fit. So I decided to give Mizuno a try and I am not disappointed. Great fit right out of the box. Took them out for a 4 mi. run and felt great! Went with the 1/2 size bigger suggestion and I agree. Mizuno, you have a new customer!

Mizuno Wave® Nirvana™ 5

2009-06-15 09:45:49

Reviewer:Keli from Seattle, WA

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These are my second pair of Mizuno running shoes and I love them. They fit well and were good to go straight of the box without time for breaking in. I've ran at least a few hundred miles in these now and I can't complain, they're as comfortable and supportive as ever. I just ran 10 miles in them the other day and even then, they were great! (I am not a tried and true runner by any means either.) What I love about Mizuno, in addition to how comfortable they are, is that they take style into consideration as they design the shoes. A lot of the specialty running shoes don't look nearly as good. Their colors pop and you don't feel like you have to sacrifice style for comfortable feet. For me, the shoes run true to size.

Mizuno Wave® Creation™ 10

2009-06-12 20:10:24

Reviewer:BA from Baton Rouge, LA

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I am a female that underpronates and wears an 11.5. I often have a hard time finding shoes, but these are a perfect fit- there was no break in time and I usually walk anywhere from 2-6 miles. I would definitely recommend these shoes!!

Mizuno Wave® Renegade™ 4

2009-06-09 19:02:43

Reviewer:Rebecca from Michigan

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If you have flat feet and over pronate (the inside soles of your feet angle in), this is the shoe for you. I was an avid Adidas wearer until I found Mizuno. I no longer have lower back pain when I run since wearing these shoes. I am now on my second pair.

Mizuno Wave® Rider™ 12

2009-06-09 13:34:13

Reviewer:Anonymous

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I bought these for running, and thought they were going to be great, especially with all of the great reviews. They even felt pretty good when I first tried them on. I’ve only run in them 2x and didn't go more than 2 miles (I usually run 5 miles) either time because I had such severe pain in the arches of my feet and my Achilles tendon. Since I've run in them, I can't return them, but I have to get more shoes if I plan on running. They feel OK if you're just walking and not running though.

Mizuno Wave® Renegade™ 4

2009-06-07 21:34:45

Reviewer:Gaetano D from Pennsylvania

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It says this shoe has "all the cushion you'll need in a motion control shoe." Absolutely no way. If, and only if, there was more cushion in the forefoot, then maybe it could live up to "cushion" in a motion control shoe. The heel is very stiff. I wanted to try this shoe just for kicks. I'll use them until they wear out but won't purchase another pair. A little pricey too. The positives for this shoe is that it's not as heavy as they say it is. The mesh upper is comfortable. The unusual tongue wasn't an issue. Had no heel slippage even with orthotics. Professional looking shoe.

Mizuno Wave® Alchemy ™ 8

2009-06-06 06:53:36

Reviewer:Anonymous

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Great arch support. Excellent cushioning in the heel area for heel to toe running. Padding around the ankle was not the best. The insufficient padding allowed the shoe to slip a little while breaking it in. Overall good running shoe.

Mizuno Wave® Inspire™ 5

2009-06-04 17:32:46

Reviewer:Anonymous from Northern Michigan

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Best Running Shoe - This is my first time trying Mizuno and I love it! Do order a full size larger; I wear 8.5 usually and I ordered a 9.5 (thank you reviewers) and they do fit perfectly. I have narrow feet and I ordered the B medium instead of the narrow which makes me wonder if the narrow would be too tight. I own the bolt/enamel blue and the colors are very bright, which I don't mind, but if you are color shy pick the other color. Extremely comfortable shoe for running, great heel and overall foot cushioning also very light. I'm an overpronator and today for the first time in a long time since I've been running my iliotibial band it's not complaining, so great stability as well!!!

Mizuno Wave® Nexus™ 3

2009-06-04 00:19:10

Reviewer:Anonymous from California

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Satisfied Customer - Great shoe, great value. This shoe feels real light in your hands and even lighter on your feet. Also, the added aesthetics are a plus.

Mizuno Wave® Rider™ 12

2009-06-02 15:57:31

Reviewer:Anonymous from Georgia

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I just took my first run in these shoes, and I am so happy with them! They have a wonderful cushion and a great grip! My feet feel so comfy in them, it’s like I don’t want to take them off. I can tell they hold my feet very well and I can run much longer in them than my old Asics with no pain at all. Yeah, they’re a little pricey, but if you’re serious about running, you owe it to yourself. You won’t be disappointed!

Mizuno Wave® Rider™ 12

2009-05-20 18:38:59

Reviewer:Ron R. from New Jersey

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Excellent running shoe. I do all my running on a treadmill these shoes feel great. They absorb impact very well and have a nice fit. I experience absolutely no knee or ankle pain like I did with previous, albeit inappropriate, "sneakers". Having little experience with running shoes I googled 2008 best running shoe and the Mizuno name came up, I read a few reviews and decided to order them. I'm very glad I did, they truly are wonderful.

Mizuno Wave Ascend 4

2009-05-20 06:57:45

Reviewer:Colleen S from Louisburg, KS

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I started wearing Mizuno in 2004 when training for a half marathon. I tried other several brands and have been most pleased with this brand. They have a different shoe for every type of foot. This shoe in particular has a nice sturdy rubber on the toe preventing breakage in the mesh from your big toe. The shoe laces are also "Beaded" which helps them stay tied. I really like the color also. You cannot tell when they get dirty. I always get my running shoes a half a size larger so I cannot attest to the sizing. I never get shin splints or have any other injuries when I have a good pair of Mizuno shoes on.

Mizuno Wave Ascend 4

2009-05-18 17:18:59

Reviewer:Anonymous from San Rafael, CA

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Great Trail Runner - Mizunos are the best running shoes. These are great out of the box, lots of support - super cushy on the trails.

Mizuno Wave® Rider™ 12

2009-05-15 10:16:59

Reviewer:Melanie from Austin, TX

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Highly cushioned great walking and running shoe - I'm on my 5th pair of Mizuno's. It took me a while to figure out which style is best for me. I have a high arch and don't pronate much, so the Wave Rider 12 is a good neutral shoe for me. I ordered the Wave Rider 11 also, since they were on sale, but I sent them back as they don't have nearly enough cushioning. If you are a moderate or an over-pronator, this shoe is NOT for you, but you may want to check out the Wave Inspire or the Wave Nirvana. What I especially like about Mizuno's is that they seem to be more cushioned than other shoes and they are very light on your feet. They also have a removable insert if you use orthotics. Sometimes, I don't always care for their color choices, but I love the product anyway. I usually wear a 10 and always buy Mizuno's in a 10.5. I bought two pair of this style - one in each color so that my shoes will last longer. I rotate them for my workouts every couple of days so that they can air out fully. Of course, with Zappos, I ordered the shoes at 7 pm and they were at my door the next day! Unbelievable. Good luck!

Mizuno Wave® Inspire™ 5

2009-05-14 05:11:34

Reviewer:Zappos Employee

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Being a Zappos employee, I have searched high and low for a running shoe that is light weight, super comfortable, and supportive. I found it! I wore them for the first time yesterday and took a long jog. They are amazing! So comfortable, breathable, and very, very light. If you haven't tried these, you really should!

Mizuno Wave® Rider™ 11

2009-05-13 22:57:47

Reviewer:Anonymous from Milford, CT

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I love my Mizunos! They have proven themselves incredibly comfortable, well-cushioned, spacious toe-box, good arch support, light & breathable, etc. I injured my foot a while ago & a lot of shoes leave me miserable after a long run, but my Mizunos keep me running, and running comfortably! My one negative point is that the tongue has a tendency to slip to the side after a while. However, it's a relatively minor problem given all the benefits.

Mizuno Wave® Spike™ 11

2009-05-12 14:12:21

Reviewer:Katie K. from Chicago

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Sweet Kicks - I am a lifelong fan of Mizuno volleyball shoes. Played in them through college, even when our school was supposed to wear the sponsor brand. Am once again satisfied, when I received this one! This shoe is comfortable, looks cool, is lightweight and of course I love any shoe with red on it. The ONLY thing is that anyone who thinks they are a certain size should automatically order a half size up. I am normally about 10.5 in athletic shoes, but had to get an 11. The 11 actually FEELS like a 10.5 typically does for me, but fits perfectly! Usually 11 is huge on me; I'm pleasantly surprised this time.

Mizuno Wave® Rider™ 11

2009-05-12 07:30:19

Reviewer:Anonymous from Running in Texas

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Mizuno' WR11 - Light-weight, extremely comfortable. True to size and width, good arch support (I have very high arches). This is my 2nd pair of Mizuno Wave Rider 11, I love them!

Mizuno Wave® Nexus™ 3

2009-05-11 14:11:19

Reviewer:Anonymous from Boston

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Light and comfortable, but lacks support. I'm a tall high-mileage runner, and this shoe does not offer all of the support that I need. It's comfortable for light running or treadmill use though.

Mizuno Wave® Musha™

2009-05-11 10:30:23

Reviewer:Nichole from Richmond, VA

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I "heart" Zappos - The shoe is great. I have received so many compliments. My goal when buying shoes for the gym is "different" and these take the cake. Comfort wise, I do not or would not run in them. The sole is thin and does not have a lot of cushioning. I wear them only when working on the low-impact machines like the Arc Trainer or Elliptical. NO TREADMILLS for running!

Mizuno Wave® Musha™

2009-05-10 08:18:37

Reviewer:Brice from Valley Forge, PA

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Very Fast - Very fast shoe with a surprising amount of cushioning under the heel. Not a lot of support under the forefoot, but at 7 oz, I wasn't expecting a lot anyway. Great race day shoe, but maybe not something you want to run in all day everyday. Oh yeah, I like the look, with the exception on the sparkly shoelaces...

Mizuno Wave® Spike™ 10

2009-05-08 23:05:34

Reviewer:Anonymous from San Diego, CA

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Comfortable right out of the box - Great shoes. I wore them out of the box for my first volleyball game in eight years and they were great! Good arch support, lightweight, form fitting to the foot. These ran a tad small though, so I got a half size larger. Added plus: volleyball is just as fun as I remember it to be. :)

Mizuno Wave® Rider™ 12

2009-05-07 06:35:47

Reviewer:Elsa from Santa Fe, New Mexico

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I finally got some sense knocked into me to get these shoes after being diagnosed with severe tendonitis. I have super high arches and had really overworked my feet to the point of not being able to walk. 4 weeks later I can walk again and purchased these shoes to start taking care of myself. I put my custom insoles in and did a short run and they felt great! Just enough support, lightweight, breathable, and hug my feet. I am a 7 1/2 and I am sure glad I got an 8! Give them a try, you won't be disappointed, and if you're a super active person like me... be good to your feet!