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Mizuno Wave Sky 9

For men 35+: fit, comfort, weather and wear.

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Mizuno Wave Sky 9
Reviews

13 of 13 reviews recommend it.

Overall review score8.6/1013 authors

Wave Sky 9

  • True to size

Running

    $180Mid-rangeprice at the maker's store

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    • SoleChunky-looking
    • Coloursblue, grey, navy

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    Do Mizuno Wave Sky 9 run big?

    Length

    Wave Sky 9

    • True to size.
    321

    Reported sensations

    1. Forefoot

      Wave Sky 9

      • Reported pressure.

    2. Width

      Wave Sky 9

      • Reports differ: narrow, regular or wide.

    3. Around the toes

      Wave Sky 9

      • Reported blister.
      • Roomy.

    How heavy do they feel?

    Weight on foot

    Running

    • Some reports disagree: light.

    Wave Sky 9

    • Feels light to some wearers, heavy to others.

    Weather, water & grip

    In warm weather

    Wave Sky 9

    • Feels hot.

    Grip underfoot

    Running

    • Holds on wet grass.

    Wave Sky 9

    • Slipping reported on wet ground.

    How do they hold up over time?

    Will they keep their looks?

    Wave Sky 9

    • Some pairs hold up; others show wear quickly.

    Materials & everyday details

    Sole shape

    Chunky-looking

    Materials & details
    Colour contrast
    Sole stands out from the upper
    Sole colours
    black / blue / white / yellow
    Upper colours
    blue / grey / navy

    From maker pages; visual descriptions are our reading of their images. Details can vary across versions.

    See them on video

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    Mizuno Wave Sky 9 Review: Max Cushion Done Right

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    Mizuno Wave Sky 9 Full Review – 34 Miles in Mizuno’s Max Cushion Trainer

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    Mizuno Wave Sky 9 Full Review | Comfort and stability for easy runs and recovery days

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    Mizuno Wave Sky 9 Review | Comfort & Cushion Explained

    More videos
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    Another Max Cushion Must Try! Mizuno Wave Sky 9 Review

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    MIZUNO WAVE SKY 9: Full Review - Max cushion Daily Trainer | Watch Out Hoka!

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    Mizuno Wave Sky 9 | Mizuno makes max-cushion fun

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    Mizuno Wave Sky 9 First Run Review | A solid max-stack workhorse with plenty of comfort

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    About our research

    Based on 17 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 Sky 9 vs Brooks Ghost 16

    Also used for running. Compare width.
    Mizuno Wave Sky 9
    Mizuno Wave Sky 9
    Brooks Ghost 16
    Brooks Ghost 16See this model
    What mattersMizuno Wave Sky 9Brooks Ghost 16
    Length
    • True to size.
    • True to size.
    Width
    • Reports differ: narrow, regular or wide.
    • Narrow fit.
    • Reports differ: narrow, regular or wide.
    Toe box
    • Roomy.
    • Roomy.
    Weight on the foot

    Running

    • Some reports disagree: light.

    Wave Sky 9

    • Feels light to some wearers, heavy to others.
    • Opinions differ on whether it feels light.
    Sole shapeChunky-lookingRegular profile
    Maker price$180 (price at the maker's store)$109.95 (price at the maker's store)

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

    Mizuno Wave Sky 9 vs Brooks Ghost 17

    Also used for running. Compare length.
    Mizuno Wave Sky 9
    Mizuno Wave Sky 9
    Brooks Ghost 17
    Brooks Ghost 17See this model
    What mattersMizuno Wave Sky 9Brooks Ghost 17
    Length
    • True to size.
    • Reports differ: true to size or large.
    Width
    • Reports differ: narrow, regular or wide.
    • Wide fit.
    • Reports differ: narrow, regular or wide.
    Toe box
    • Roomy.
    • Reports differ: roomy or snug.
    Weight on the foot

    Running

    • Some reports disagree: light.

    Wave Sky 9

    • Feels light to some wearers, heavy to others.
    • Feels light to some wearers, heavy to others.
    Sole shapeChunky-lookingChunky-looking
    Maker price$180 (price at the maker's store)$119.95 (price at the maker's store)

    Maker prices recorded 2026-09-25.

    Mizuno Wave Sky 9 vs Mizuno Wave Rider 29

    Also used for running. Compare length.
    Mizuno Wave Sky 9
    Mizuno Wave Sky 9
    Mizuno Wave Rider 29
    Mizuno Wave Rider 29See this model
    What mattersMizuno Wave Sky 9Mizuno Wave Rider 29
    Length
    • True to size.
    • Runs large.

    Wave Rider 29

    • True to size.
    Width
    • Reports differ: narrow, regular or wide.
    • Wide fit.

    Wave Rider 29

    • Wide fit.
    Toe box
    • Roomy.
    • Roomy.
    Weight on the foot

    Running

    • Some reports disagree: light.

    Wave Sky 9

    • Feels light to some wearers, heavy to others.
    • Opinions differ on whether it feels light.
    Sole shapeChunky-lookingChunky-looking
    Maker price$180 (price at the maker's store)$150 (regular price at the maker's store)

    Maker prices recorded 2026-09-25.

    Mizuno Wave Sky 9 vs Nike Vomero 18

    Also used for running. Compare length.
    Mizuno Wave Sky 9
    Mizuno Wave Sky 9
    Nike Vomero 18
    Nike Vomero 18See this model
    What mattersMizuno Wave Sky 9Nike Vomero 18
    Length
    • True to size.
    • Reports differ: small or true to size.
    Width
    • Reports differ: narrow, regular or wide.
    • narrow feetSnug across the foot.
    • wide feetRoomy across the foot.
    • Reports differ: narrow, regular or wide.
    Toe box
    • Roomy.
    • wide feetSnug.
    • Reports differ: roomy or tight.
    Weight on the foot

    Running

    • Some reports disagree: light.

    Wave Sky 9

    • Feels light to some wearers, heavy to others.
    • Feels light to some wearers, heavy to others.
    Sole shapeChunky-lookingChunky-looking
    Maker price$180 (price at the maker's store)$165 (price at the maker's store)

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

    Mizuno Wave Sky 9 vs Saucony Ride 19

    Also used for running. Compare width.
    Mizuno Wave Sky 9
    Mizuno Wave Sky 9
    Saucony Ride 19
    Saucony Ride 19See this model
    What mattersMizuno Wave Sky 9Saucony Ride 19
    Length
    • True to size.
    • True to size.
    Width
    • Reports differ: narrow, regular or wide.

    Wide

    • Wide fit.

    Ride 19

    • Reports differ: regular or wide.
    Toe box
    • Roomy.
    • thick socksSnug.
    • Roomy.
    Weight on the foot

    Running

    • Some reports disagree: light.

    Wave Sky 9

    • Feels light to some wearers, heavy to others.

    Wide

    • Feels light.

    Ride 19

    • Feels light to some wearers, heavy to others.
    Sole shapeChunky-lookingChunky-looking
    Maker price$180 (price at the maker's store)$145 (price at the maker's store)

    Maker prices recorded 2026-09-25 / 2026-10-01.

    Mizuno Wave Sky 9 vs Asics Gel-Nimbus

    Also used for running. Compare length.
    Mizuno Wave Sky 9
    Mizuno Wave Sky 9
    Asics Gel-Nimbus
    Asics Gel-NimbusSee this model
    What mattersMizuno Wave Sky 9Asics Gel-Nimbus
    Length
    • True to size.
    • Reports differ: small or true to size.

    27

    • wide feetTrue to size.
    • Reports differ: small, true to size or large.
    Width
    • Reports differ: narrow, regular or wide.
    • Narrow fit.

    27

    • Reports differ: narrow, regular or wide.
    Toe box
    • Roomy.
    • Reports differ: roomy, snug or tight.

    27

    • Reports differ: roomy or snug.
    Weight on the foot

    Running

    • Some reports disagree: light.

    Wave Sky 9

    • Feels light to some wearers, heavy to others.
    • Feels light to some wearers, heavy to others.

    26

    • Feels light to some wearers, heavy to others.

    27

    • Reports differ: light or heavy.

    Gel-Nimbus

    • Feels light.
    Maker price$180 (price at the maker's store)$170–$185 (price at the maker's store)

    Maker prices recorded 2026-09-25 / 2026-09-28.

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