Mizuno Wave Ultima 16

Who Are These Running Shoes For?

Beginners to seasoned neutral-stride runners seeking a reliable daily trainer with balanced cushioning and stability in medium to high mileage runs.

Feelings and Experience

Feels plush yet springy underfoot, offering smooth transitions and a secure, confidence-boosting ride that encourages effortless mileage.

Performance Specs

• Drop: 12 mm

• Cushioning: Enerzy foam for soft landings

• Responsiveness: Enerzy rebound gives lively toe-off

• Stability: Wave Plate disperses impact and resists roll

• Pace: 4:30–5:30 min/km (7:15–8:50 min/mile)

Best Distances and Maximum Speed

Ideal for 5 K to marathon training; can sustain up to 4:00 min/km (6:26 min/mile) during tempo efforts.

Technologies and Materials

Features Mizuno Wave Plate for shock dispersion, ENERZY foam midsole for durable cushioning and energy return, U4icX heel insert, X10 carbon rubber outsole, breathable engineered mesh (partly recycled).