REVIEW: Ride the Wave with Mizuno Musha 4

Mizuno answers your racing shoe needs with the Musha Wave 4.

This sneaker is ready to race, equipped with enough cushioning for a solid, 8.75 ounce racing shoe. This is not your go-to for a light jog or weekly training miles, save this guy for the big race. Equipped with AP+foam to secure feet and add a sense of connectivity to the ground, this shoe produces enough protection for aggressive runs. This amount of comfort is just enough to absorb shock for quicker steps or for a post-race cool down.

Our reviewers found the Mizuno Musha Wave 4 comfortable and supportive, a great addition to their sneaker line-up for 5k and 10k races. While the fabric on the top of the toebox was a little rougher than expected, the fit and feel of the shoe satisfied reviewers who expected just that from the brand known for the Wave Prophecy and Wave Rider series. With ample room in the toebox and just enough in the heel to ensure a snug fit, the Musha 4 is true to size.

Bottom Line: The Mizuno Wave Musha 4 isn't a revolutionary racing shoe, as it doesn't claim to use new muscles or boast any performance-altering technology, but it is exactly what you need for a racing shoe, a well-valued choice that provides a perfect balance of comfort and stability. We approved of this stable racer for any runner looking to go fast on the big day.

Find the Wave Musha 4 at Mizuno retailers for $90.

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