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The overhauled Precision 8 comes with a new upper, a new last, and a softer outsole. Mizuno removed many of the overlays, but retained internal nylon bands to provide support. As with several shoes in this guide, the new last is narrower in the heel and arch but wider in the forefoot for a more accommodating fit. Mizuno added more pods to the rubber outsole to help absorb impact. They also improved forefoot flexibility, according to our lab tests. Recommended for efficient, lightweight runners.
Men's MIZUNO® WAVE® PRECISION™ 9 :: Rely on the lightest Neutral distance shoe from Mizuno, the men's Mizuno® Wave® Precision™ 9, for amazing cushioning, responsiveness and performance. Now enjoy improved fit and a new seamless lining for barefoot comfort. 9.9 ounces
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Favorites of the high-mileage performance runner seeking cushion and flexibility, who has a small to medium frame and medium to high arches.
- Forefoot VS-1 provides a cushioned and responsive ride
- Rubber Praallel Wave for optimal cushioning on every run
The Mizuno Wave Precision 9 is a lightweight and luxurious trainer with great cushioning to give you a smooth fast ride.
Rubber parallel wave with TPU midfoot section gives the runner great midfoot stability and dynamic responsive cushioning
Outsole and midsole platform are engineered with SmoothRide technology which minimises changes in velocity to give the smoothest ride possible.
Lightweight responsive midsole compound with good durability.
Durable carbon rubber that allows for longer wear in high abrasion areas and supplements traction at heel strike
Enhanced Fit Technology that works with your foot to provide the optimum fit throughout the gait cycle
Soft durable airmesh with seamless toe box for superb comfort and cooling
Blown rubber forefoot reduces weight and enhances cushioning
Removable Anatomically Moulded AP sockliner
A great buy for serious runners looking for great cushioning and an ultra smooth ride. Ideal for high mileage runners.
"The Precision works as a performance shoe for heavier runners, or as a light stability trainer for smaller people who dont need as much support." - Runners World Shoe Guide '08
The Precision 9 feels softer in the forefoot than one would expect from a thin forefoot design. The immediate first impression of most testers was not overly positive, but after a short break-in period, the most common report was “I didn’t feel like I was wearing anything.” The break-in period is needed because of the uniquely-placed arch support (which centered under the foot) and thick, supportive overlays in the midfoot and forefoot. They all work together to center the foot on the light, low-profile midsole. The toe boxes of our wear-test samples was a bit long. The small niche of long-toed efficient runners should like the Precision 9.
The latest Precision is slightly heavier but just as flexible. The upper has a new two-layer mesh that's designed to give the shoe a more supportive feel around the foot. Some testers liked it and others thought it felt baggy, so try before you buy. There's also more foam under the arch of the sockliner, which makes the shoe feel more supportive. Recommended for efficient runners with normal to high arches looking for a lightweight, flexible shoe.
Mizuno Wave Precision
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