It competes very well against the Asics Gel-Nimbus 23 . High cushioning for the easy days and relaxed long runs on both shoesbut I think the Mizuno Wave Sky 5 is less heavy and might have a better stability then the already very good stability that the Nimbus 23 offers. I just know that the rubber in my Nimbus did not last near as much as the previous 22nd version did. So I belive that this Sky 5 will also be more durable since it is more stable and have a carbon based rubber on the outsole.
If you are looking for a daily trainer/easy run shoe the Sky 5 is worth a look. I used to run in Muzuno's a few years ago but they didn't innovate and save for a few die hard Mizuno lovers they got left behind. The Wave Rider 23 might as well have been the Wave Rider 13. Looks like Mizuno finally got the message and the Wave Sky 5 is a very good shoe. This puts Mizuno back in the game. I would compare the Sky 5 to the Brooks Glycerin 19, Saucony Triumph 19, Asics Nimbus 23, which is some pretty tough competition. What gives the Sky 5 the edge for me is the bouncy midsole. It's maybe not as smooth a ride as the Glycerin 19 but that bounce is something else.
I have been on-board with the Wave Sky series since WS2, I have covered 400 miles, 644km since last Feb in them, so its about time to get a new pair, particularly with a marathon coming up in 6 weeks. I like the comfort and stability I get from the Wave Skys. (I am not sponsored, I just like the brand) My question is, with the upper seemingly having un-ideal ventilation, might that be a problem?
I’m sure Mizuno’s are good for some folks out there. I’d like to see more breathable upper, innovative mid, & lighter weight before I run the credit card. 😀
I've talked to a few people who have tried these on, and most commented on how it had a rocker that just seemed to die as you got close to toe-off. My feet are too wide to try them and confirm this myself though. And I personally think the woven upper they went with looks kind of cheap for such an expensive shoe.
@Doh I'd refer you to this article that Jarrett from BITR put out a few months back: www.believeintherun.com/best-wide-foot-running-shoes/ If you need X-Wide (4E) rather than Wide (2E), that will narrow your selection down even more, but most companies will have something available in X-Wide such as the Brooks Ghost, NB 880, and Asics Gel-Nimbus.
Tried this shoe on a few weeks back and while it felt good walking around, just could not get on board with the upper. Ended up going with the NB 1080v11. I think Mizuno is onto something with the midsole if they could make a version without the plate and more of the enerzy core.
What would you recommend for somebody with a mild supination , 240 pounds 6' 2 and want to get into walking a lot more question? I don't want the old grandpa looking shoes lol I wear a lot of asics now was seeing if there's anything else out there better
@@yeetiesandwheaties Most (long distance) runners, including pro athletes, primarily heelstrike. You obviously believe in a theory of running dynamics that has been debunked decades ago. Heelstriking *can* point to some kind of an issue, but in most cases it's absolutely normal. If you want to learn more about the subject → www.runnersworld.com/health-injuries/a36650122/heel-striking/ If not, just stfu. Thx.
@@ScentNomad here's a quote from some research studies performed on the matter. I'll keep talking, thanks, ma'am. "Running with a heel strike may make you more susceptible to certain injuries. For example, one small 2012 study from Harvard University found that among 52 cross country runners, heel strikers had twice the rate of mild to moderate repetitive stress injury in a single year than forefoot strikers. Another 2013 study published in the journal Medicine and Science in Sports and Exercise found evidence that heel strikers were more likely to experience running-related knee injuries."
It competes very well against the Asics Gel-Nimbus 23 . High cushioning for the easy days and relaxed long runs on both shoesbut I think the Mizuno Wave Sky 5 is less heavy and might have a better stability then the already very good stability that the Nimbus 23 offers.
I just know that the rubber in my Nimbus did not last near as much as the previous 22nd version did. So I belive that this Sky 5 will also be more durable since it is more stable and have a carbon based rubber on the outsole.
If you are looking for a daily trainer/easy run shoe the Sky 5 is worth a look. I used to run in Muzuno's a few years ago but they didn't innovate and save for a few die hard Mizuno lovers they got left behind. The Wave Rider 23 might as well have been the Wave Rider 13. Looks like Mizuno finally got the message and the Wave Sky 5 is a very good shoe. This puts Mizuno back in the game. I would compare the Sky 5 to the Brooks Glycerin 19, Saucony Triumph 19, Asics Nimbus 23, which is some pretty tough competition. What gives the Sky 5 the edge for me is the bouncy midsole. It's maybe not as smooth a ride as the Glycerin 19 but that bounce is something else.
Thank you for the insight.
Dec 2022, just snagging a set for 45 bucks! Out of town and needed a set, practically stole these
45 is fkn crazy
How are they holding up now?
The baseball brand. Scandinavian feet sweaters,I’m listening.🤔🤔🤔
Looks very pretty.
I have been on-board with the Wave Sky series since WS2, I have covered 400 miles, 644km since last Feb in them, so its about time to get a new pair, particularly with a marathon coming up in 6 weeks. I like the comfort and stability I get from the Wave Skys. (I am not sponsored, I just like the brand)
My question is, with the upper seemingly having un-ideal ventilation, might that be a problem?
I’m sure Mizuno’s are good for some folks out there. I’d like to see more breathable upper, innovative mid, & lighter weight before I run the credit card. 😀
Great Guy
Mizuno enerzy core is the most innovative midsole on the market. Concerning upper, should definitely be more breathable.
so for winter running easy days, october to march ? okay 👌...maybe treadmill workouts. might pick up the 4s then
I've talked to a few people who have tried these on, and most commented on how it had a rocker that just seemed to die as you got close to toe-off. My feet are too wide to try them and confirm this myself though. And I personally think the woven upper they went with looks kind of cheap for such an expensive shoe.
@Doh I'd refer you to this article that Jarrett from BITR put out a few months back: www.believeintherun.com/best-wide-foot-running-shoes/
If you need X-Wide (4E) rather than Wide (2E), that will narrow your selection down even more, but most companies will have something available in X-Wide such as the Brooks Ghost, NB 880, and Asics Gel-Nimbus.
Tried this shoe on a few weeks back and while it felt good walking around, just could not get on board with the upper. Ended up going with the NB 1080v11. I think Mizuno is onto something with the midsole if they could make a version without the plate and more of the enerzy core.
Sad that the plastic plate is no longer there :-(
No mention of the differences w/ the 4. The different middle "goo", and the inversion of the foams.
Sorry I really don’t like that brand. Good review guys!!
My feet is flat and im using 42.5 for ultraboost is it okey to buy 42 according to mizuno size chart
wheres robbe?
yes shoes confortable but a quite heavy
What would you recommend for somebody with a mild supination , 240 pounds 6' 2 and want to get into walking a lot more question? I don't want the old grandpa looking shoes lol I wear a lot of asics now was seeing if there's anything else out there better
Hoka
LOVE my Clifton 6 and More 3.
how come you guys dont do Salomon's running shoes review?
Honestly, we just don't get many Salomon shoes. We just got in the Predict Soc 2 so we'll be reviewing that.
Whats the stack height of the heel???:)
Didn't include it in the spec sheet, but drop is 10 mm, as it is with almost every Mizuno shoe
@@Believeintherun actually the drop on the Sky 5 is 8mm
I think they actually have more with a 12mm drop than 10.
@@Believeintherun Wave sky is 8mm along with newer wave rebellions, wave rider and inspire are 12mm and others are 10mm
The new kid should relax little more :)
It usually takes somewhere between 3-99 tries. Fingers crossed it's three! Much better than Thomas and Robbe in the beginning!
Good 😀
Mehhh - zuno?
Mizuno needs a lower drop shoe and lighter
8mm is a good drop
$170.00 no wayyyyy lol
This seems more like a walking shoe than a running shoe. For $170? Nope.
Ew. Heel striking 🤢
Ew. Footstrike shaming.
@@ScentNomad *joint health has left the chat*
@@yeetiesandwheaties Most (long distance) runners, including pro athletes, primarily heelstrike. You obviously believe in a theory of running dynamics that has been debunked decades ago. Heelstriking *can* point to some kind of an issue, but in most cases it's absolutely normal. If you want to learn more about the subject → www.runnersworld.com/health-injuries/a36650122/heel-striking/ If not, just stfu. Thx.
@@ScentNomad here's a quote from some research studies performed on the matter. I'll keep talking, thanks, ma'am.
"Running with a heel strike may make you more susceptible to certain injuries. For example, one small 2012 study from Harvard University found that among 52 cross country runners, heel strikers had twice the rate of mild to moderate repetitive stress injury in a single year than forefoot strikers.
Another 2013 study published in the journal Medicine and Science in Sports and Exercise found evidence that heel strikers were more likely to experience running-related knee injuries."
@@ScentNomad thank you for coming to my Ted Talk.