I ran in Mizuno Wave Mercurys for many years until Mizuno mucked around with it, then finally discontinued it. I’ve tried the Wave Inspire, but fouind it to be too harsh, very little cushioning. I then tried the Mizuno Wave Rider 9 on the recommendation of a STer and loved it, but then Mizuno mucked around with it when they came out with the 10. The Wave Rider 10 works OK, but not nearly as comfortable as my old WV 9’s, especially for runs over 10 miles.
Have any of you Wave Rider 7 to 9 users out there found a good lightweight replacement shoe? Yes, I’m looking at Newtons, but I would like some options.
More information: I’m 6’1", 175 lbs with medium to high arches. I’ve tried the Asics 2120, but find them too heavy and clunky, not good for a mid foot runner.
I’ve been running in the Mizuno Waverider for years started at #7. I still like the latest version, but it breaks down quicker especially during any run over an hour and a half. It’s still my favorite lightweight, neutral running shoe. However, I’ve also tried the Brooks Glycerin 5, which is about an ounce heavier than my Mizuno’s and wider in the mid-foot (I typically blew out the outer sides where my pinky toe is on my Mizunos). It’s an excellent lightweight, light cushion running shoe for the neutral striker, and feels more like my WaveRider #9. It doesn’t nearly break down as fast on the long runs and have really liked it thus far mainly for that.
I ran in Wave Riders for a number of years until I developed metatarsal problems. I tried, didn’t like, and donated enough new running shoes to the shelter to make a noticeable difference in the way our homeless population was shod. Ultimately, settled on Addidas Supernova Cushions. They keep changing these too, but so far so good.
I’m selling a pair of Brooks Glycerin - the type the above poster talked about in size 11 - only have 50 to 75 miles on them; just don’t fit my feet right. Great way for you to check them out at less than half price. PM if interested.
Oh! NO! He’s back!!
Yes, I back to suggest you try Vitruvians.
Chuck has a great return policy. $60 all included.
eMail him with what models and sizes in those models have worked best for you.
they’re not pretty except when you run. They feel heavy in your hand, but not on the feet, where they feel quite light.
Looks like we got two posts going on about the Mizuno shoes. I’ve been using the Wave Rider 8’s and 9’s but the 10’s just don’t work for me. I’ve used the Supernova also for training to stretch out the last pair of 9’s that I have. Totally different shoes and I use them for different workouts. I’m tired of the heavy Supernova as it has too much cushion and stability and I noticed more knee issues with them. As my last pair of 9’s are wearing, I’ve just broken in a pair of Precisions. Love these shoes. They’re light with just the right amount of cushion for me. And they’re flexible enough that they let my foot roll the way it naturally does. This shoe is more for those with a neutral foot strike although it’s probably work with orthodics.
Just to let the original poster know, I’m 6’4’ and 190 lb. You’re lighter than me and these may suit you if you liked the Wave Riders like I did.
Buddy, try going to the run store and having your feet checked out.Get them to wrestle with your “Talus” and ascertain the type of movement your foot naturally has, then ask them to suggest what type of shoe, and by this not “Mizuno Wave rider or Asics DS Trainer” but ask for more details “Slip lasted” or “combination lasted” “California lasted” these are a starting point, these differing last construction methods offer differing levels of performance. I.E Slip last is super flexible, Similar to a california last. Combination lasted are a little stiffer at the rear and then you can go Board lasted which is super stiff over-pronator type. Then you go on to the shape of the shoe Curve last -Fast and flexible Semi-curve last-Little more supportive not as flexible as slip. Then there is Straight last Like the asics Gel MC and the Saucony Beast, stiff and strong. These construction methods and shaping are more to what makes a shoe feel good and great, especially if you combine this with the shape and behavior of your foot. It may well be time for you to move to another brand , but the other brand has the shoe with the “Lasting and construction of the old one from Mizuno”
So the bottom line i guess…lol Go get some great advice and find out what you need in a shoe, not what brand or model.
It’s like choosing a bike. You have a mental list “Disc wheel,carbon frame-53-39 11-up cassette and time pedals” the next rider may say “Too light for a disc-prefer a 12-up cassette and a compact, and my frame material of choice is titanium and cannot get on with time pedals” just to give you a thought…lol