A comfortable max-cushion neutral that excels on easy and recovery miles, with a wider platform and dual-foam midsole that feels balanced rather than plush. Best suited for beginners and general runners seeking a stable workhorse, though some note it lacks versatility at faster paces.
A genuinely surprising max-cushioned cruiser that's very comfortable underfoot — Fordy prefers it to the Brooks Glycerin Max and Saucony Triumph and rates it one of the best max-stack shoes out right now.
Best for: Easy and recovery miles in marathon training; a comfortable cruiser that can also stretch to long runs at easy pace.
A comfortable max-cushion daily option that pleasantly surprised on softness without going overboard.
Best for: Beat-up recovery days, larger/taller runners, and fans of older Hoka Bondi who don't like its newer direction.
A big leap forward for the Wave Sky line — brand-new midsole, wider base, and better upper finally make it competitive in the max-cushion neutral category.
Best for: Recovery and easy days when you want a soft, bouncy, plush shoe; can stretch to long runs at easy pace.
A solid all-round cushioned workhorse that nails comfort and a touch of stability for easy and recovery runs, but feels overpriced given how non-versatile it is and how many similar shoes exist.
Best for: Beginners or general runners who want a cushioned, mildly stable workhorse for easy runs, recovery days, long miles at relaxed pace, and walking.
After two early 10K runs, a solid comfortable cushioned cruiser with a touch of stability — not exciting and not versatile, but does what it says on the tin.
Best for: Beginners or general runners wanting a comfortable, mildly stable cushioned workhorse for easy and recovery miles.
A comfortable max-cushion neutral that excels on easy and recovery miles, with a wider platform and dual-foam midsole that feels balanced rather than plush. Best suited for beginners and general runners seeking a stable workhorse, though some note it lacks versatility at faster paces.
Reviewers note: Wider, more stable platform than previous Skys; relieved his bunion issue that the Sky 8 aggravated. Tongue runs slightly short and shallow — may not be ideal for runners adding custom orthotics.
Per Run Moore.
The Mizuno Wave Sky 9 weighs about 292g (men's 9), has a 44.0mm heel stack and a 6.0mm heel-toe drop.
Reviewers compare the Mizuno Wave Sky 9 to Hoka Bondi, New Balance 1080, Brooks Glycerin, Brooks Glycerin 22.
Per Run Moore, The Run Testers, FORDY RUNS, Kofuzi.
Next Pair aggregates 5 expert reviews of the Mizuno Wave Sky 9, including Run Moore, The Run Testers, FORDY RUNS.
Per Run Moore, The Run Testers, FORDY RUNS.
Compared to other road easy recovery in the same lane.
