Mizuno Wave Prodigy

Whenever a new running shoe sees the light of day, whether it is a new release or an update of an existing one, a series of expectations are generated around the model in question. And even more so if the aforementioned shoe's mission is to fill the gap of another model. This is the specific case of the new Mizuno Wave Prodigy. A new training shoe with which the Japanese brand intends to replace the saga of the Mizuno Wave Legend, which in the market have their fourth operational version.

Thus, the first argument to take into account of the Wave Prodigy is its great value for money, because the new bet of the house of the Runbird offers much more than the valor that comes stipulated in euros. Evidently, the Mizuno Wave Prodigy bring with them the most cutting-edge materials and innovations of the Japanese firm. And all this with the sole purpose of improving the runner's experience in each workout.

Renewed upper construction

The most striking feature of the Wave Prodigy is the construction of its midsole, although it still has many similarities to the Mizuno Wave Legend 4. In this part of the shoe they have chosen to introduce the EL8 compound, which provides more firmness and durability in the middle and front of the shoe. But this midsole also includes a successful combination of the exclusive U4icX piece with the Wave Parallel in the heel area. A resource that serves for the shoe to offer greater comfort, and also a softer landing in each step, as has already been seen to work wonders in the Mizuno Wave Rider 20.

Something that has also been seen in the latest versions of the Legend family, and also included in the Wave Prodigy is Mizuno s signature X10 compound in the outsole. The virtues of this material are focused on offering great resistance to wear, but also a formidable grip on asphalt terrain, and even on stretches of tamped earth.

In addition, the new Mizuno Wave Prodigy also features an upper made of technical mesh, which translates into an upper that provides greater breathability, but also a better fit, since it adapts very well to the natural movement of the foot.

It should also be noted that the upper of the Mizuno Wave Prodigy incorporates a network of reinforcements, strategically arranged, which allow to ensure a certain stability to the model.

All in all, the target audience of the new Mizuno Wave Prodigy is that profile of occasional runner, and even those who are beginning to take their first steps in the running universe. Labeled as a training shoe for neutral runners, the Wave Prodigy is designed to run at paces above 4:30 and over short to medium distances. Its medium cushioning capacity also comes from its 12-millimeter drop and a weight of over 300 grams.

What we liked the most

• Excellent quality/price ratio.
• Cushioning
• Breathability
• Versatility

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