Mizuno Wave Shadow 3

The Mizuno Wave Shadow 3 is a continuist update of the previous version, and therefore the speed, cushioning and comfort features are kept intact. To a large extent, the changes in these Shadow 3 are concentrated in the upper with the idea of making a more comfortable and lighter run for the runner who is looking to run at faster paces.

Features that remain unchanged in the Mizuno Wave Shadow 3

Before getting into the nitty gritty, and breaking down all the new features they bring with them, what remains unchanged in this third version of the Mizuno Wave Shadow 3 is its cushioning and traction. Thus, in the midsole is present the exclusive CloudWave platform, that plastic and elastic wave in the medial area of the foot, which favors the take-off for a smoother transition. The U4icX material also appears in the heel, which results in greater cushioning and responsiveness. While the U4ic foam offers the necessary firmness to provide durability and more firmness to the rest of the midsole.

As for the outsole, Mizuno 's designers continue to go with the solid and durable X10 rubber compound in the rearfoot and midfoot, enhancing traction and durability. In addition, the zigzag flex groove pattern in the forefoot part helps these Mizuno Wave Shadow 3 offer more reactivity, improving the toe-off phase.

New features in the Mizuno Wave Shadow 3

And now it's time to analyze the new features of the Mizuno Wave Shadow 3, all of them concentrated in the upper of the model with the sole purpose of adding more comfort and improving ventilation.

In this sense, the upper of the Wave Shadow 3 adds the innovative AeroHug adjustment system, seen for the first time in the Mizuno Wave Sky 2, which allows the model to adapt to the movement of the foot. Another interesting detail is that resource, which Mizuno calls U4icX Strobel, consisting of a lining fabric sewn to the upper to increase the feeling of greater comfort in each step.

By the way, we should not forget that these Wave Shadow 3 also incorporate an anatomical insole for a softer tread, but that also has an impact on improving the fit of the model.

With a drop of 8 millimeters, these Mizuno Wave Shadow 3 also have a light weight of about 210 grams for the women's model, and 255 grams for the men's version. All in all, these MizunoWave Shadow 3 are more oriented to that profile of runner who wants a running shoe to run firm and with enough protection, but who doesn't say no to a lightweight model to run faster. Performance plus comfort, looking for a smooth running experience, but also fast. Requires good running technique for metatarsal running, or midfoot support.