Customer Reviews Mizuno Wave® Inspire 10

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Customer Fit Survey:

80%"Felt true to size"

87%"Felt true to width"

55%"Moderate arch support"

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I have run in Mizuno Wave Inspires for 3- 4years. The change to Inpire 10 isn't good. The front is less flexible. Returning and will try to find Inspire 9s somewhere else.
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Ordered a size 9 but it was too tight, so I exchanged it for a 9-wide, and it was perfect. My feet are flat and wide, and these shoes are very comfortable. Great, stylish design to go along. Also, Zappos was quick and convenient in my order and exchange.
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I have used Mizuno, Asics, Brooks, and Saucony stability shoes and I have been the happiest with the Wave Inspire. I wear a 9M in regular and running shoes. Some say these run small, but I have not had that issue. They are lightweight with the right amount of cushion for stability. The new design is amazing. I get compliments on them all the time. I rotate one pair for running and one pair to work in. I am a night shift registered nurse and I work very long hours at the hospital on my feet. Buy these shoes with a good pair of compression socks and you are all set.
I'd also recommend:
Brooks Adrenaline
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I used to be an Asics girl until I tried the Mizuno Wave Inspire 8 Osaka's, and I've not been back. I've only been running for the last 4 years, and have really enjoyed the cushion and comfort of Mizuno for my running style. The new 10's fit just as well as my 8's did (I had ran through two pairs of those), and I went with the 10's based on the recommendation of Mizuno's "Find your perfect shoe" site feature. The colours are delightful, and the shoes themselves are well made and constructed, and after a month of use there has been no rubbing or seam discomfort anywhere. I highly recommend the Inspire 10's, and Mizuno as a brand for anyone looking for a great fit.
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I previously bought the Mizuno Wave Paradox and love them, but didn't want to spend money on a pair of shoes to train for a 10-miler. I had a good experience with the Inspire 8s, and these are pretty good also. The cushioning doesn't seem quite as good and the sides do ride up a bit higher, but I am overall satisfied with the shoes. I tend to get stress fractures pretty easily and have been doing well with these so far. In terms of the style, the blue and yellow colors are fun. But I don't like how the Mizuno emblem is screen printed on instead of sewn on like the other Mizunos I'm used to.
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This is my go-to shoe. I'm prone to hip/knee pain/issues during my long runs (over-pronation) & this is the only shoe this doesn't happen in. Good ankle support. Lightweight. It's not the prettiest shoe but you can't have everything.
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Yet another pair of quality Mizunos. I bought these to replace the Wave Elixir 7's that had too many miles on them & they are suitable. Still trying to break them in & the arch is slightly different but not in an overwhelmingly bad way.
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I love how these shoes look! They are cute for working out and for running errands! I was looking for a light running shoe that still had support and this was perfect! I love them so much and can't wait to log more miles on them.
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Overall I am very happy with this purchase, but I've always been happy with Mizuno's. After my first run I was not sold on this shoe, but after a couple of runs the shoe broke-in very nicely. Extremely comfortable. I really like the color too.
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This is my first pair of Mizunos and have to say I am impressed. My right foot overpronates and I run on concrete (big city, no choice), and I've tried so many shoes that I end up chucking in the donate pile because they cause terrible shin splints within the first mile. My last shoe was the Nike Zoom Structure, which was ok for the first 10 wears or so, but then started causing shin splints. After reading a ton of online reviews, I decided to try this shoe, and I am really impressed. It's unbelievably lightweight, has good support, and is cushy to cushion against the concrete but not too squishy. I use my Sole insoles to provide more arch support. Will definitely buy more Mizunos.
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Love them! Toe box feel a little larger, which I love. The Wave Inspire was the shoe a great running store matched me to, and I have been wearing them ever since. Three years of running, and 4 pairs later, I still think they are great shoes...perfect match of stability and road feel.
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Actually I bought it for my mom. When she got the shoes, she was fully satisfied with this one. It had bright color (with deep blue color) and was very comfortable.
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This is the second pair of this shoe I have bought my daughter. She wears a size 10 and has had trouble finding a shoe that is light for running but has good support. We tried another brand after the first time we bought these and she went back to these after finding the others were too heavy and bulky.
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The Wave Inspires have consistently been my favorite running shoe. I'm a distance running and need a bit of stability and cushion, but I can still feel the road when running. The 10s are a little different than the 9s as the side of the shoe comes up a bit more at the ankle area. This felt weird at first, but now I love it. I think this is the best model yet! Mizunos (in my opinion) are the best brand of running shoe.
I'd also recommend:
Brooks, Mizuno
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I love them, wear them daily. Comfortable and light weight. Fun colors. I have a difficult time finding athletic shoes and Mizuno are by far the best!
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I totally love these shoes, love them so much I got two pairs just different colors. I'm a runner and gym freak and when I started having issues with my knee and plantar fasciitis and was sick thinking I may have to stop running, heard wonderful reviews of these shoes and thought I would try them. Needless to say they everything I could hope for. My plantar fasciitis is under control and my knee issues are 80% better I still need a wrap for my knee but at least I can run again! They are awesome!
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I am incredibly happy with my purchase. Before I bought these shoes, I had been wearing the same pair of running shoes for four years. Those four years included 2 seasons of high school track practices and two years of college de-stressing runs, and training and conquering my first ever half marathon. I was definitely ready for something that had more support, and these shoes were exactly what I needed! I am a moderate overpronator, and with the lack of support in my old shoes it was taking a toll on my knees. I was concerned with how big/wide the bottom of these shoes looked when I took them out of the box, but once they were on my feet they looked wonderful. And all of that "bigness" turned out to be a wonderful support system that had my knees sighing with relief after my first couple runs in the shoes. The arch support is also just right. The shoes fit perfectly, I ordered my normal size, and didn't have any problems. I would definitely recommend this investment to anyone.
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Such a great shoe! I've been a fan of the Mizuno Wave Inspire for years. You cannot beat the support in the heel of the shoe and it's as light as a feather! Probably not my favorite design as far as colors available but I still love them!
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I love these shoes. Liked the model 9 better than 10. The size 9 I usually buy was too small but I think I will try a 9.5 because I really do love the shoe and the colors!
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I really love these shoes. In fact, I will probably buy another pair very soon. They are great for anyone with high arches and wants a roomy foot box at the front. My last pair of Mizunos still hurt my feet and I'd like to return them...but these are perfect. I always buy sneakers 1/2 size larger and this was perfect.
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Great lightweight, yet supportive shoe. I have been running in Mizunos for 102 years now. These were a replacement for my usual Wave Runners. I usually take a 7-7.5 in normal shoe but take an 8 in these.
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I'm an overpronator who needs stability - and this shoe fit the bill. It's lightweight and very comfy. I'm training for a 15-miler race and the shoe has proven to be the perfect replacement for my old Brooks (which the company no longer makes). I normally wear an 8.5 in street shoes but am wearing a 9.5 in the Mizunos.
I'd also recommend:
Nike (running skirts and sports bras), Adidas (tank tops), Arcteryx, Smartwool, Lucky Brand jeans
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I've bounced back and forth with the Inspire and Rider from Mizuno. I now have both and must say I'm loving this season's Inspire best. The upper/toe box is very comfortable. The shoe runs super light and the bit of stability is there if you need it but you don't notice it, I don't. My only negative feedback is I think the design could use some work. Certainly not the prettiest shoe in my closet but still the one I choose first for any of my longer runs.
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It can be hard to find a real great running shoe that provides support and comfort AND looks good. These are so much better in person than in the pictures below. I'm a moderate overpronator and I broke my ankle a couple of years ago so I need even more support because of that. These are AMAZING!!!!!
I'd also recommend:
Brooks
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Love the look & feel of these shoes. I walk 5 miles a day & alternate between 2 brands of shoes. Very light. I buy the wide width & they look smaller than many other brands. I have narrow ankles but they still fit perfectly with my orthotic inserts.
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