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Mizuno Wave Inspire 3

Mizuno Wave Inspire 3

Manufacturer: Mizuno
Price: $90
Reviewed in: Feb 2007 Shoe Guide
Runner's World Awards: Best Buy
Average Reader Rating: 4.5 stars 5 stars (2 reviews)
Shoe Type: Stability
See Specifications
A high-quality, high-value shoe that incorporates features or technology usually found in shoes at higher price points.
Runner's World Shoe Lab Test Results
Runner's World Awards: Best Buy


WE SAY: The Inspire 3 is a great shoe for the money. The new midsole is three millimeters wider, which gives the shoe a bit more stability. Mizuno softened the outsole and the outer edge of the Wave plate for a quieter, more cushioned feel on the roads. Also, a notch of pliable fabric has been added to the eyelet area for improved comfort on the top of the foot. We recommend the Inspire for runners with normal to low arches, or lightweight runners who need plenty of rearfoot stability with a flexible forefoot.

Wear Tester Reviews

WEAR-TESTERS SAY: "I really liked how flexible these shoes are."--Sara Jones Ratcliff, 29, San Diego

"Very light and breathable, with great stability."--Mark Fennell, 30, Allentown

Wear Tester Reviews
Average Reader Rating:4.5 stars 5 stars (2 reviews)

4 stars 5 stars
I love this shoe! I bought it May 2007 as a beginner. It is a great shoe!.
Submitted by: Erika, Chicago,

4 stars 5 stars
Great shoe! It fits every part of my foot and provides just the right amount of cusioning and stability. I run a lot of miles along with tempo and interval workouts and this shoe works for everything!.
Submitted by: Joy, Springfield,
Specifications
Gender: Female
Shoe Type: Stability
Sizes: 6, 6.5, 7, 7.5, 8, 8.5, 9, 9.5, 10, 10.5, 11
Midsole Characteristics: Three millimeters wider
Weight: 8 oz.
Essential Technology: Notch of pliable fabric on eyelet area
Foot Biomechanics: Neutral

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