Very good (83%)
This score rates better than 83% of other shoes we judged.
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Very good (83%)
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Better than 83% of 2,492 running shoes ranked.
Very good (83%)
Daily Trainers
Better than 82% of 1,818 daily trainers ranked.
Very good (82%)
Wave Rider Family
Better than 53% of 10 wave rider family ranked.
Average (53%)
Mizuno
Better than 74% of 101 Mizuno shoes ranked.
Good (74%)
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8 reader reviews
Showing 1–5 of 8 reviews
Anonymous runner · Sep 28, 2025
5/5
Overall
I have run the Wave Rider since 2006. It is solid and consistent, but has generally improved over time. the Newer style upper (at least the 26 and the 27) is far superior. The midsole seems to last longer with improved impact absorption for longer. The outer sole also seems to wear better, particularly as it has increased in thickness and coverage over the years.
ShoeTubersHaveNoEthics · Sep 28, 2025
5/5
Overall
Really helped me get over an arch issue. Very durable. And mildly stable.
schlies14 · Sep 28, 2025
4/5
Overall
The daily trainer space has gotten a little crazy; $200 and 40+ mm of stack height is starting to look normal now that we’ve gotten used to super shoes. As fun and propulsive as shoes like this are, it is refreshing to return to a classic daily trainer, especially one that has seen all the benefits of many years of refinement.
This is my first Mizuno shoe ever. After 50 miles of running, the simplest way I can describe it is to imagine your favorite year of the Pegasus and the qualities that made it work so well: out of the box comfortable, flexible, and the perfect combination of cushioning and pop to cover everything from easy runs to more sporty paces.
Keep a classic daily trainer in your rotation. This Mizuno is right up there with the very best classics you’ll come across.
Anonymous runner · Sep 28, 2025
4/5
Overall
In high school I dabbled with a few different brands and models and dealt with random injuries. Finally landed on the mizuno wave riders and haven’t had any significant injuries in 14 years now. Not the sexiest shoe, but works great for me. I like that it’s been around awhile so I can find older models for sale online for lower prices.
APJR · Sep 28, 2025
5/5
Overall
A perfect daily trainer all around. Optimal combination of cushioning, stability, flexibility, and ground feel. Just fun and easy to log miles in, even for 20+ mile ling runs. Not the ideal workout shoe, but can easily pick up the pace on longer tempo runs. Incredibly well made, sharp looking, and durable. I’m always excited to take them out
