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. — FORDY RUNS
An extremely comfortable max-stack shoe that is heavy but offers great value for money, especially at discounted prices.
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.
Best for: Runners who think everything on the market is too squishy and want a more predictable, stability-leaning ride through the gait cycle.
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.
Reviewers note: True to size; very wide base, breathable mesh upper, good lockdown.
Per FORDY RUNS.
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 Saucony Triumph, Brooks Glycerin Max, New Balance Fresh Foam X More v6, Skechers Aero Burst.
Per FORDY RUNS, Kofuzi, Run Moore, The Run Testers.
Next Pair aggregates 7 expert reviews of the Mizuno Wave Sky 9, including FORDY RUNS, Kofuzi, Run Moore.
Per FORDY RUNS, Kofuzi, Run Moore.
Compared to other road easy recovery in the same lane.
