Customer Reviews Mizuno Wave Rider 24 WAVEKNIT™

I have worn Mizuno for several years now and had been very happy until now. I bought these in my usual Mizuno size ( my size since being an adult, I'm 49 now). I always buy a size up due to swelling when running. So, I wear a 6.5 but ordered my usual 7.5. Got them and thought, wow, they are SO cute and I love a cute shoe. Put them on and thought they were a little snug but it must be the cushion so I'll go for a short run to break them in. BAD MISTAKE. I ran 2 miles and my feet and legs hurt so bad I had to stop. These shoes are SO SMALL. I have NEVER worn and 8, ever. I might have even needed an 8.5 but we'll never know because after several emails and phone calls, they informed me that they would not accept a return because I wore them outside. I wish I had lied, they look perfect. I am so disappointed and frankly astounded that a running company would not stand behind their product. I will never buy from Mizuno again. I don't even think I'd run in any of their sponsored runs. So sad. I loved my last pair, even recommenced them to several people. Lesson learned. You suck Mizuno,

I've bought 4 pair over the last 2-3 years of the Waveknits and every pair gets a hole in the toe from my big toe on top. I keep my nails short and even bought socks with extra toe guard. I have 2 friends who have had the same issue. I think the thicker fabric around the front of the shoe needs to come back further to prevent this. Now I'm stuck with running shoes that are retired and cannot wear for normal use.

I enjoy using this shoe for speedwork and racing. The woodrose-pale lilac color is definitely a favorite of mine. I like that the shoe's tongue is very thin and soft and stays nicely in place. The shoe seems to have great surface contact allows a good push off the ground. Since this is a neutral running shoe I have to use insoles for my high arches. Back of the shoe is nicely cushioned and hugs the heel.

I love the look of the shoe. The problem was it ran very small. I always wear a 6.5 in Mizuno and these were very small. Toes were touching to edge and felt squished.

I swear by these shoes. I have owned several pairs of Wave Riders over the years for a reason: they work great for me! This model is no exception. Feels great, light weight, very comfortable. This is the first Waveknit model I've owned and I was hesitant because it was different than what I have been accustomed to, but I haven't noticed any difference. There were reviews about the new tongue, but I love it! It's secured into the shoe in a way that is not noticeable when I wear them, until I realize that I haven't needed to adjust the tongue because it stays in place! I would recommend this shoe to anyone with high arches or plantar fasciitis (I have both), is constantly on the move (I chase after 2 young boys), or someone looking for a great shoe to stay fit (I log about 6 running miles/wk in these).

These shoes are super supportive but are still sleek and look so cute! I love them for long walks and runs!

My new shoes are great for walking! I really did appreciate the help I received from Edgar at Mizuno! Thank you Edgar!

I love Mizuno, and I bought the wide size, but they are so tight along the top of the bridge of my foot that I unasked scissors to adapt them. They actually cut off the circulation to my toes. I am not heavy, nor am I especially hard on shoes, but I do have wide feet and high arches. They make the toe area wide enough, but the area at the bottom of the laces remains sized for narrow feet. It's like shirts that make the body wide and keep the arms at small.