Mizuno Wave Rider 28

    Review Score
    86%
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    Overview

    The Wave Rider 28 is a neutral maximalist road running shoe from Mizuno.

    The Wave Rider 28 is a maximalist model. It's the latest model in the family, and has a breathable construction, orthotic friendly and removable insole design. As a neutral support shoe, it's suitable for runners with neutral pronation.

    According to our analysis of reviews from experts around the world, it averages a review score of 83%. This puts it rated just above the median rating of comparable running shoes.

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    Weight
    Weight
    M: 269 g
    W: 227 g
    M: 286 g
    W: 255 g
    M: 283 g
    W: 244 g
    M: 255 g
    W: 224 g
    M: 269 g
    W: 235 g
    Forefoot
    Forefoot
    29 mm
    27 mm
    38 mm
    23 mm
    36 mm
    Heel to toe drop
    Heel to toe drop
    12 mm
    10 mm
    8 mm
    8 mm
    10 mm
    6 mm
    Heel
    Heel
    41 mm
    37 mm
    46 mm
    33 mm
    42 mm
    Usages
    Usages
    Daily running    		Daily runningDaily runningDaily runningDaily runningHyroxDaily running
    Brand
    Brand
    Mizuno    		BrooksUnder ArmourASICSNikeSkechers
    Strike Type
    Strike Type
    Heel strike    		Heel strikeFore/Midfoot strikeHeel strikeFore/Midfoot strikeHeel strikeFore/Midfoot strikeHeel strikeFore/Midfoot strikeHeel strike
    Shoe Type
    Shoe Type
    Maximalist    		Maximalist
    		Maximalist
    		Maximalist
    Breathable
    Breathable
    Rocker
    Rocker
    Environmental Characteristics
    Environmental Characteristics
    		Sustainable
    		Sustainable
    Common characteristics
    RoadNeutralNeutral pronationHigh archOrthotic friendlyRemovable insole
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    Mizuno Wave Rider 28: what the experts say (2 reviews)

      Mizuno Wave Rider 28: 1 Expert video review

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          Mizuno Wave Rider 28 characteristics and specifications

          Characteristics
          SportsRunning (+2208)
          TerrainRoad (+1495)
          UsagesDaily running (+1243)
          BrandMizuno (+97)
          Support TypeNeutral (+1737)
          Pronation TypeNeutral pronation (+1708)
          Strike TypeHeel strike (+1203)
          Arch TypeHigh arch (+1655)
          Shoe TypeMaximalist (+522)
          FitMedium toe box (+921)
          FeaturesBreathable (+836)Orthotic friendly (+606)Removable insole (+589)
          MaterialsMesh (+1072)Reflective (+262)
          Specificationsvs Average
          Model
          28
          Released
          Jul 2024
          Measurements
          Weight
          M: 269 g
          W: 227 g
          Heel to toe drop
          12 mm
          Heel
          41 mm
          Forefoot
          29 mm

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