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Mizuno Wave Nirvana 2
Mizuno Wave Nirvana 2
Manufacturer: Mizuno
Price: $130
Reviewed in: Jun 2006 Shoe Guide
Runner's World Awards: Editor's Choice
Average Reader Rating: 4.5 stars 4 stars (1 review)
Shoe Type: Stability
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An outstanding shoe that successfully combines highest quality design and technology. It receives high marks from wear-testers, the RW Shoe Lab and the Runner's World editors.
Runner's World Shoe Lab Test Results
Runner's World Awards: Editor's Choice

We say: With this update, Mizuno has taken a good shoe and made it into a great shoe. The most noticeable changes are found in the upper, which has been reinforced with flexible overlays that fan out in a finger-like pattern to provide a more snug fit in the heel. The Nirvana's full-length Wave plate makes for one stable shoe, and according to RW Lab tests, the Nirvana 2 is firmer than its predecessor. Recommended for runners with medium to large builds and lower arches who need good stability and plenty of cushioning.
Wear Tester Reviews
Wear-testers say: "I loved the cushioning and fit throughout the forefoot." --Christiane Torchia, 62, Allentown "The mesh in the upper made it very comfortable." --Chris Lett, 32, East Lansing
Wear Tester Reviews
Average Reader Rating:4.5 stars 4 stars (1 review)

4 stars 4 stars
This shoe is a great shoe for stabillity and support. I have had 2 pairs already, and in each I have got about 250 miles in them. I highly reccomend this shoe for any runner who likes to train in a heavy shoe, and then race in light wieght spickes of flats!.
Submitted by: Will, Indianapolis, IN
Specifications
Gender: Male
Shoe Type: Stability
Sizes: 7, 7.5, 8, 8.5, 9, 9.5, 10, 10.5, 11, 11.5, 12, 12.5, 13, 14, 15
Weight: 13 oz.
Essential Technology: Wave plate
Foot Biomechanics: Neutral

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