Mizuno wave inspire 22

Learn more about the Mizuno wave inspire 22 male running shoes, including key features, performance, reviews, model updates, and more.

Mizuno wave inspire 22

Price

280

Rating

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Popularity

Low

Mizuno
Mizuno wave inspire
2 colorways

Colorway: Ultramarine/White/Lightning

Widths available: normal

Summary

The Mizuno Wave Inspire 22 men’s running shoe features a full‑length Nitrogen‑infused Mizuno Enerzy NXT midsole for plush cushioning and dynamic energy return, paired with an updated Mizuno Wave plate to support overpronation and ensure smooth transitions. It uses a breathable engineered mesh upper and durable X10 carbon‑rubber outsole, blending stability, comfort and everyday training performance.

Surface

road

Cushioning

MinLowMediumHighMax(38.5mm)

Category

ResponsiveBalancedComfort

Breathability

LowMediumHigh(Jacquard Air Mesh upper)

Weight

295g

Heel-to-Toe Drop

10mm0mm14mm

Support

NeutralLightHigh

Width options

normal, wide

Grip

LowMediumHighMax

Suitability

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Pros & Cons

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Most Mentioned Cons

responsiveness (12)
bounce (8)
softness (6)
Pros
"Great energy return on long runs"
"Comfortable for daily training"
Cons
"Can feel soft for speedwork"

responsiveness (12)
bounce (8)
softness (6)
Pros
"Great energy return on long runs"
"Comfortable for daily training"
Cons
"Can feel soft for speedwork"

responsiveness (12)
bounce (8)
softness (6)
Pros
"Great energy return on long runs"
"Comfortable for daily training"
Cons
"Can feel soft for speedwork"

responsiveness (12)
bounce (8)
softness (6)
Pros
"Great energy return on long runs"
"Comfortable for daily training"
Cons
"Can feel soft for speedwork"

responsiveness (12)
bounce (8)
softness (6)
Pros
"Great energy return on long runs"
"Comfortable for daily training"
Cons
"Can feel soft for speedwork"

responsiveness (12)
bounce (8)
softness (6)
Pros
"Great energy return on long runs"
"Comfortable for daily training"
Cons
"Can feel soft for speedwork"

responsiveness (12)
bounce (8)
softness (6)
Pros
"Great energy return on long runs"
"Comfortable for daily training"
Cons
"Can feel soft for speedwork"

responsiveness (12)
bounce (8)
softness (6)
Pros
"Great energy return on long runs"
"Comfortable for daily training"
Cons
"Can feel soft for speedwork"

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Model Updates

Compared to the Inspire 21, the Wave Inspire 22 introduces a fully redesigned midsole featuring the new Nitrogen‑Infused MIZUNO ENERZY NXT foam, delivering noticeably softer cushioning and enhanced energy return, along with an updated WAVE plate for smoother weight transfer and improved stability (reduced heel‑to‑toe drop from 12 mm to 10 mm) ([usa.mizuno.com](https://usa.mizuno.com/running-wave-inspire-22-mens?utm_source=openai)).

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Reviews

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