Wave Rider 30

Community Rating

SEasy Pace
BModerate Pace
CRace Pace
SComfort

Mizuno

Wave Rider 30

$150.00Daily Trainer

The Mizuno Wave Rider 30 is a revamped daily trainer known for its excellent cushioning and comfort, celebrating its 30th edition. Its dual-density Enerzy NXT and EVA midsole, combined with a full-length Wave Plate, provides a stable, bouncy, and protected ride. Reviewers praised its plush, secure upper with a widened toe box, durable outsole, and versatility for various paces, from easy to moderate tempos. While offering good value, some noted the upper can be warm, the ride may be too soft for speed-focused efforts, and the plate is more for stability than propulsion. It's ideal for everyday training, recovery, and long runs.

Highlights

Plush and generous cushioning from the dual-density foam midsole
Comfortable upper with a wide toe box and secure lockdown
Versatile for easy runs, recovery, and moderate uptempo paces
Strong outsole traction and stability on various road surfaces
Relatively lightweight considering the high stack height

Considerations

Thick upper may run hot in warm weather
Less responsive and propulsive than performance-oriented or plated shoes
Not ideal for high-intensity intervals or fast tempo workouts
Stack height exceeds limits for official race legality

Specifications

Heel Stack42.5 mm

Toe Stack34.5 mm

Drop8mm

Weight286 g

StabilityStable Neutral

Key features

Max Cushion
Plated
New Release

Midsole

Primary midsole
Enerzy NXT (EVA)
EVA · Mizuno

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