Customer Reviews Mizuno Wave Inspire 15
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79%"Felt true to size"
83%"Felt true to width"
70%"Moderate arch support"
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Thought I would try these for a change from my usual Brooks. Bit more modern. They don’t do too well with my insoles tipping me out so I walk on the outside edge of my foot. Not very comfortable either. So back to Brooks for me.
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Lorna, Zappos Customer,
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For me, this is the perfect shoe. I've been wearing Mizuno Wave Inspire's for quite a few years. I've also worn New Balance (NB) and Nike but ultimately for running, the Mizuno's are my favorites. Plus I feel like they're pretty unique as not a lot of people wear them. I got the same size as always, 9 D which is a wider width. What I like is that they're wide in the toe box which is where I need the width. The rest of my foot is pretty narrow and in other shoes where I've ordered a wide width, the shoe tends to be TOO wide, ie. with the NB. I used to get them at a local running store but they stopped selling them and was excited to find them on Zappos. I love the free shipping/free returns and that they arrive so quickly!
Adriana, Zappos Customer,
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It has really helped with my over pronation and my feet being so flat footed. I use them for walking and being on my feet for 4-5 hours and they're holding up like champs! Great purchase!
Mary,
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I ordered these in my usual size, 9.5 medium width. I purchased two colors, Sky Gray/Silver and Black/Dark Shadow. I returned the Sky Gray/Silver pair as the color is actually mint green or seafoam green, it does not look like the picture online at all. However, I did keep the black pair as they fit my narrow feet perfectly. They have just enough arch support for my flat feet, great cushion in the footbed for comfort and hug my heel snuggly so there is no heel slippage. They also have great support for my over pronation. In my opinion these shoes in the medium width fit like a narrow/ 2A shoe. I have very narrow feet so they work great for me. I purchased one in a wide width as well and they fit my narrow feet too, but returned those as my heel slipped a little. If you have medium width feet I would recommend ordering in the wide width and if you need a wide width these are not the shoes for you.
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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Stylish new design of the Wave Inspire! I have the Wave Inspire 14 and bought this as soon as I saw them on Zappos. Mizunos aren’t the best looking shoes out there, but they are some of the best stability running shoes you can buy, and after suffering through a tendon injury in my Nikes I had to switch over to something with more support. For those who overpronate this is an excellent shoe. I don’t think there’s a major difference between the 14 and the 15 other than the 15 is cuter, designed to look a little less bulky than the previous models. And I love the new color ways!
Amy, Zappos Customer,
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I had the Wave Inspire 14 in regular width and loved them. I ordered the regular width in the Wave Inspire 15, but it was too narrow. I do not normally need a wide width, but did in these shoes. I wear a 7.5 or 8 in dress shoes but need an 8.5 in these. They feel fantastic...comfortable right out of the box for my high impact aerobics. I tend to over pronate and need to insert custom orthotics; these shoes accommodated that nicely.
AER, Zappos Customer,
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I have run in Wave Inspires for many years. This model is great...fits snugly, well cushioned and good support. I highly recommend!
Sandy, Zappos Customer,
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When I put these shoes on first thing I noticed was the cushion, and how comfortable they felt. My first run was great wearing the Mizuno Wave 15, would recommend these shoes to any running who’s looked for great cushion when running. Will definitely buy another pair.
Linda, Zappos Customer,
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I've switched from the Brooks Adrenaline to Mizuno Wave Inspire 15. Brooks changed the Adrenaline so that it's not supportive now. I use the Sole thick insole and a heel lift(as I did w/ the Adrenaline). I bought all three colors. I prefer the lavender bc there's less orange on them. I'd like to see this shoe in a less athletic look-no white tread, no prominent logo, monochromatic would be nice.
S, Zappos Customer,
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I am an instructor in a fitness facility and I need shoes that can do a variety of things. We jog, jump, squat,balance on one leg...you get it. These shoes ROCK! Mizuno customer for life.
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I used to be an Asics, Reebok girl but since I was diagnosed with plantar fasciitis I needed a better arch support. These are IT!
Michelle, Zappos Customer,
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I wear a 9 in regular shoes always ordering a size larger in my running shoes, this pair was no different; I have a slighty flat foot/low arch and the 10M fit perfectly with appropriate room/width....Im a heavy pronator and this shoes absolutely provide the internal support needed for my pronation; the are incredibly comfortable and dare I say soft/full of cushion; Im incredibly picky (goldilocks of running shoes) and ordered this shoes in several different sizes and widths-I decided on the 10M as opposed to the 10 1/2M or 10 1/2 wide-based on other reviews that said it ran extra small...that was not my experience; great long distance running shoes-SUPER comfortable and supportive....
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Elizabeth, Zappos Customer,
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I had to return them because the upper dug into the front part of the ankle in an uncomfortable way. I tried adding innersoles and heal cups to fix the problem, but when I did that, they were too snug. I had the same problem when I tried mizunos a number of years ago, so perhaps they are just not the shoes for me. They fit snugly enough for my narrow heel and I thought the cushioning was good. were fairly cushioned. I probably would have needed to add a little more arch support had I decided to keep them.
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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Misumos run small I've worn them for decades and discovered with my first pair they run a half size small so I order a half size larger and they fit perfectly. I have low placed ankles so most running or walking shoes rub my ankles, these Waves are cut low enough where I have no problem! Very happy with my Wave Indpire 15's!
Diane, Zappos Customer,
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The fit is excellent! Though at first was a little stiff. But that’s what shoe horns are for. As an over-pronature, my stride and comfort level were met. The toe area is very comfortable and the sides feel secure. The arch is comfortable. I will definitely by these again and recommend.
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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I have found my new running shoe! I have been an avid Brooks wearer for a number of years, but have made the switch to Mizuno Inspire and love it! I have a high arch and tend to roll in a bit when I walk/run. These shoes offer a perfect blend of cushion and support for my feet/legs. I am very pleased with the shoe! I have never worn Mizuno's before, but plan to continue for sure! I tend to wear an 8, however like a little extra room for running shoes. I purchased an 8 1/2 and they fit great!
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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This is the third pair of wave inspires that I owned and have ran hundreds of miles and really rely on these to get me through many races without any pain!
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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I usually wear a different brand that makes narrow width shoes. This year they stopped making them and I had to find a new running shoe. This shoe fit my foot great. I love how much cushion is in the shoe. So far these shoes are great for activities.
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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I love these shoes. Very supportive at my heel and room for right foot toe that needs the higher toe point.
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Marilyn, Zappos Customer,
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I am quite pleased with these shoes. They fit well, they are extremely comfortable and very attractive. The new insoles I put in fit quite nicely. Although I only just went on my first run with them yesterday, they seem to be a great fit.
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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Have been wearing Mizunos for years. I got the lavender color and I love it. It has the quality and performance I expect from this brand but the shoe is less bulky than previous versions which I really dig! I wear 8.5/9 in dress shoes and wear 9/9.5 in athletic shoes. 9.5 was a perfect fit.
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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Mizunos have been my go-to choice for a running shoe for a number of years. I continue to get the Wave Inspire in each year’s version. Sometimes I like the color choices, sometimes I do not. However, I go with how I feel running in them over appearance. The Wave Inspire 14 got me through the Chicago Marathon last year. Looking forward to the adventures I will have in my Wave Inspire 15s. Very comfortable for long distances. Doesn’t require much of a “break-in” transition time. Fits my wide feet perfectly. Limited selection in colors in wide, though.
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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I bought these because they are the successor shoes to the Wave inspire 14 that I love. These fit perfectly, even with my very high arch. There’s lots of cushioning, which I also love. The colors could be a bit more attractive but they don’t bother me.
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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These are the only sneakers that make my very picky feet happy. I wear orthotics all of the time, and these shoes are a reliable fit. I have been wearing the Wave Inspire series since at least generation 9. Please don't discontinue them! The only quibble is that I wish they offered "fun" colors in darker shades. I had a pair of teal generation 14 that showed dirt too soon. I don't have high hopes for the lavender, but the black sneaks just didn't do it for me.
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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I just wore these shoes to play tennis in and I had extra pep in my step and won! Thanks mizuno!
Rachel,
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My gait has changed a lot during this first year of postpartum running. I struggled to find a shoe that had just enough support and cushion - but the Wave Horizon 3 gets the job done and is great. I tried a few other brands and had pain in my IT band or hamstrings, but since using the WH3, I don't have those problems.
Something unique about these shoes is that they help propel me forward. The cushion near the heel allows for and promotes optimal running posture and fluid motion.
The shoes are very light weight. As a run coach, I would recommend these for both long runs (the cushion is king!) as well as speed workouts. I've never worn a pair of running shoes that was light enough for speed but durable enough for distance. It's almost like getting two pair in one - so the value is there for sure.
Courtney T,
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