Mizuno Wave Rider 29
Road · Easy / Recovery · Long run
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| Weight | Drop | |
|---|---|---|
| ClaimedMen | 265 g | 10 mm |
| ClaimedUnisex | 265 g | 10 mm |
| ClaimedWomen | 230 g | 10 mm |
Sources and measurements
Measurements apply to the tested sample. Size and measurement method can affect the values.
Claimed · Men
Weight: 265 g · Drop: 10 mm
Reference size not stated · D
- Mizuno Wave Rider 29 · men · Reviewed 2026-10-10
Claimed · Unisex
Weight: 265 g · Drop: 10 mm
Reference size not stated · D
- Mizuno Wave Rider 29 · unisex · Reviewed 2026-10-10
Claimed · Women
Weight: 230 g · Drop: 10 mm
Reference size not stated · C
- Mizuno Wave Rider 29 · women · Reviewed 2026-10-10
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About the shoe
A daily road trainer with nitrogen-infused ENERZY NXT foam and the MIZUNO WAVE structure. Tests describe a stable, traditional transition with room in the upper. Best considered for regular mileage rather than a pronounced racing bounce.
- Comfort
- 86/100
- Response
- 66/100
- Stability
- 74/100
- Cushioning
- 84/100
Easy / RecoveryLong run
Independent reviews
Reviewed specifications
- Plate
- None
- Plate construction
- Wave geometry
- Rocker
- —
- Cushioning
- 4.2/5
- Terrain
- Road
- Roles
- Easy / Recovery · Long run
Manufacturer specifications
- Nominal drop
- 10 mm nominal drop, reported by The Size 15 Runner; not a laboratory measurement.
- Midsole
- Nitrogen-infused MIZUNO ENERZY NXT EVA foam.
- Plate construction
- MIZUNO WAVE structure, described by Mizuno as distributing impact across the platform.
- Upper
- Jacquard mesh and a gusseted tongue.
- Outsole
- X10 carbon rubber.
- Fit in testing
- RunRepeat found a roomy fit with secure heel hold.
- Test limitations
- The Size 15 Runner found the upper warm and the ride only moderately lively.
Sources: Mizuno ↗ · RunRepeat ↗ · The Size 15 Runner ↗