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Mizuno Wave Rider 10

For men 35+: fit, comfort and wear.

MizunoChunky shape

Mizuno Wave Rider 10
Reviews

9 of 10 reviews recommend it.

1 does not recommend it.

Overall review score7.1/107 authors

Will it fit your foot?

  • Length: True to size or small
  • Width: Narrow

Where can you wear it?

  • All day on your feet
  • Feels light on foot
  • Worn for walking, running

$150Mid-rangeprice at the maker's store

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Do Mizuno Wave Rider 10 run big?

Length

  • Runs small.

Wave Rider 10

  • True to size.
1

Reported sensations

  1. Width

    Wave Rider 10

    • Narrow fit.

Are Mizuno Wave Rider 10 comfortable all day?

Through the day

Wave Rider 10

  • All dayComfortable.

Weight on foot

Wave Rider 10

  • Feels light.

How do they hold up over time?

Will they keep their looks?

Wave Rider 10

  • Holds up with wear.

See them on video

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MIZUNO WAVE RIDER 10 REVIEW - On feet, comfort, weight, breathability and price!

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DON'T SLEEP ON THE MIZUNO WAVE RIDER 10 "SASHIKO"

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Mizuno x Wood Wood Wave Rider 10 | Review & On-Foot

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The Mizuno Wave Rider 10 Puts Me Back Into The Game

Mizuno Wave Rider 10: The Ultimate Sneaker Review

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About our research

Based on 13 reviews and other sources.

We compare owner feedback and reviews for fit, comfort and wear. Model details come from maker and retail information.

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Compare with similar pairs

Similar uses, different fits and trade-offs. These are reports about each model, not a head-to-head test.

Mizuno Wave Rider 10 vs Asics GEL-1130

Also used for walking. Compare width.
Mizuno Wave Rider 10
Mizuno Wave Rider 10
Asics GEL-1130
Asics GEL-1130See this model
What mattersMizuno Wave Rider 10Asics GEL-1130
Length
  • Runs small.

Wave Rider 10

  • True to size.
  • True to size.

GEL-1130

  • Reports differ: small or true to size.
Width
  • Narrow fit.
  • wide feetReports differ: narrow or regular.
  • Reports differ: narrow, regular or wide.
All day on your feet
  • All dayComfortable.
  • All day walkingComfortable.
  • All dayComfortable.
Weight on the foot
  • Feels light.
  • Feels light.

GEL-1130

  • Feels light.
Maker price$150 (price at the maker's store)$110 (price at the maker's store)

Maker prices recorded 2026-09-26.

Mizuno Wave Rider 10 vs Asics GEL-CUMULUS 16

Also used for walking. Compare length.
Mizuno Wave Rider 10
Mizuno Wave Rider 10
Asics GEL-CUMULUS 16
Asics GEL-CUMULUS 16See this model
What mattersMizuno Wave Rider 10Asics GEL-CUMULUS 16
Length
  • Runs small.

Wave Rider 10

  • True to size.
  • Reports differ: true to size or large.
Width
  • Narrow fit.
  • Reports differ: narrow, regular or wide.
All day on your feet
  • All dayComfortable.
  • All dayComfortable.
Weight on the foot
  • Feels light.
  • Feels light.
Maker price$150 (price at the maker's store)$140–$150 (price at the maker's store)

Maker prices recorded 2026-09-26 / 2026-09-25.

Mizuno Wave Rider 10 vs Asics Gel-Kayano 14

Also used for walking. Compare length.
Mizuno Wave Rider 10
Mizuno Wave Rider 10
Asics Gel-Kayano 14
Asics Gel-Kayano 14See this model
What mattersMizuno Wave Rider 10Asics Gel-Kayano 14
Length
  • Runs small.

Wave Rider 10

  • True to size.
  • Reports differ: small or true to size.
Width
  • Narrow fit.
  • narrow feetSnug across the foot.
  • wide feetRoomy across the foot.
  • Reports differ: narrow, regular or wide.
All day on your feet
  • All dayComfortable.
  • All day standingComfortable.
  • All day walking · cold weatherComfortable.
Weight on the foot
  • Feels light.
  • Feels light.
Maker price$150 (price at the maker's store)$150 (regular price at the maker's store)

Maker prices recorded 2026-09-26 / 2026-09-28.

Mizuno Wave Rider 10 vs Asics GEL-KINETIC 2.0

Also used for walking. Compare length.
Mizuno Wave Rider 10
Mizuno Wave Rider 10
Asics GEL-KINETIC 2.0
Asics GEL-KINETIC 2.0See this model
What mattersMizuno Wave Rider 10Asics GEL-KINETIC 2.0
Length
  • Runs small.

Wave Rider 10

  • True to size.
  • True to size.
Width
  • Narrow fit.
  • Regular fit.
All day on your feet
  • All dayComfortable.
  • All dayComfortable.
Weight on the foot
  • Feels light.
  • Feels light to some wearers, heavy to others.
Maker price$150 (price at the maker's store)$250 (price at the maker's store)

Maker prices recorded 2026-09-26.

Mizuno Wave Rider 10 vs Asics Gel-Nimbus 10.1

Also used for walking. Compare length.
Mizuno Wave Rider 10
Mizuno Wave Rider 10
Asics Gel-Nimbus 10.1
Asics Gel-Nimbus 10.1See this model
What mattersMizuno Wave Rider 10Asics Gel-Nimbus 10.1
Length
  • Runs small.

Wave Rider 10

  • True to size.
  • Reports differ: small, true to size or large.
Width
  • Narrow fit.
  • Reports differ: narrow or regular.
All day on your feet
  • All dayComfortable.
  • All day walkingComfortable.
Weight on the foot
  • Feels light.
  • Feels light to some wearers, heavy to others.
Maker price$150 (price at the maker's store)$160–$170 (regular price at the maker's store)

Maker prices recorded 2026-09-26 / 2026-09-28.

Mizuno Wave Rider 10 vs Asics GEL-NYC

Also used for walking. Compare width.
Mizuno Wave Rider 10
Mizuno Wave Rider 10
Asics GEL-NYC
Asics GEL-NYCSee this model
What mattersMizuno Wave Rider 10Asics GEL-NYC
Length
  • Runs small.

Wave Rider 10

  • True to size.
  • Reports differ: small or true to size.

GEL-NYC

  • Reports differ: small or true to size.

2.0

  • Reports differ: small or true to size.
Width
  • Narrow fit.
  • Reports differ: narrow or regular.

GEL-NYC

  • wide feetRoomy across the foot.
  • Narrow fit.

2.0

  • Wide fit.
All day on your feet
  • All dayComfortable.
  • All dayComfortable.
Weight on the foot
  • Feels light.
  • Feels heavy.

GEL-NYC

  • Feels light.

2.0

  • Feels light.
Maker price$150 (price at the maker's store)$150 (price at the maker's store)

Maker prices recorded 2026-09-26.

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Updated Oct 2026 · How we research