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Back to Results Mizuno Wave Rider 11 Manufacturer: Mizuno Price: $95 Reviewed in: Mar 2008 Shoe Guide Runner's World Awards: Best Buy Average Reader Rating: 5 stars (2 reviews) Shoe Type: Neutral-Cushioned See Specifications See a Video Review Disclaimer About the Shoe Lab Cushioning: Flexibility: Responsiveness: Runner's World Awards: Best Buy The Rider has the same new heel design we saw in the Inspire 4. A stretchy panel in the rearfoot makes the upper less likely to lose its shape at footstrike, which improves the shoe's heel fit. Deep forefoot flex grooves make this the second most flexible shoe in the guide, and a new sockliner that's dimpled under the heel and forefoot yields a softer feel underfoot. Recommended for runners with high arches seeking a lightweight and flexible shoe. "This is a superb shoe for long runs." --Lauren Garges, 33, Allentown "Great overall fit; the upper part of the shoe was really comfortable around the ankle." --Lance Blaskowski, 25, San Diego "My forefoot feels a little lose in them. When I go around a turn the traction on the shoes is fine, but my foot is so lose it slips around inside the shoe and I feel like I'm going to slip. I think an improvement in the lacing system would help with this." --Daniel James Gonia, 19, East Lansing "The shoe is light and flexible while giving sturdy support and sufficient cushioning." --Gina Deily, 23, Allentown "I've worn several brands of shoes that have given me blisters and knee pain, but that didn't happen with these shoes." --Lynn Hurd, 39, Allentown "This shoe is definitely for someone who likes to run in a very sturdy, stiff shoe." --Jill Cortiglia, 27, Allentown Average Reader Rating: 5 stars (2 reviews) Write a Review 5 stars Once I put on the shoe, it fit like a glove. My arches, knees and back stopped hurting. I am back running again. I was very surprise of the comfort of the shoe. Excellent.. Report Abuse Submitted by: Tina, McPherson, KS, 5 stars I love this shoe! It is very light and flexible. I have a wide high arched foot and these shoes fit me better than any shoe ever has. They feel wider than a lot of the other brands so if you have a narrow foot you might not like them.. Report Abuse Submitted by: val, Omaha, Gender: Female Shoe Type: Neutral-Cushioned Sizes: 6, 6.5, 7, 7.5, 8, 8.5, 9, 9.5, 10, 10.5, 11, 11.5, 12, 12.5, 13, 13.5, 14 Widths: A,B,D Weight: 9 oz. Foot Biomechanics: Neutral Printer Friendly | Email | See All Tools

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