MizunoWave Horizon 8
Powered by ENERZY NXT cushioning and a reinforced medial platform, the Wave Horizon 8 delivers modern stability with elevated softness and rebound. Smooth, steady, and confidently cushioned, it’s the ideal choice for runners who demand comfort without sacrificing control.
Details
The Mizuno Wave Horizon 8 ushers in a new era of guided cushioning, delivering elevated stability with a remarkably soft and modern ride. Its upgraded midsole debuts MIZUNO ENERZY NXT, a nitrogen-infused supercritical foam that’s lighter, bouncier, and more responsive than prior formulations, providing smooth rebound and comfort on every landing. Anchoring it is a base layer of classic MIZUNO ENERZY, adding durability and deeper cushioning to keep long-mileage days feeling controlled rather than taxing.
A reinforced medial rubber wall and full-length X10 outsole work together to provide lasting traction and inherent stability without aggressive posting. The result is a steady, confidence-driven platform for runners who want plush comfort with dependable alignment, all wrapped in a geometry that promotes smooth, supported transitions from heel strike to toe-off.
MIDSOLE
- MIZUNO ENERZY NXT full-length top layer introduces nitrogen-infused supercritical EVA foam for a touch of lighter, softer bounce.
- Mizuno ENERZY full-length bottom layer of EVA foam for just-right cushioning.
- FOAM WAVE technology combines the two foams in a wave-shaped design that offers comfort and support.
OUTSOLE
- X10 rubber is Mizuno's most durable rubber compound for longer wear.
UPPER
- Jacquard Air Mesh delivers premium breathability and comfort, almost entirely from recycled content.
Researched and compiled by Mark Shannon
Specifications may be manufacturer-reported. Learn how Cadence verifies shoe data.
Specifications
Cadence Database Analysis
How the Mizuno Wave Horizon 8 compares with 67 current Trainers / Daily shoes tracked by Cadence.
This archived model is compared with currently active shoes in the Cadence database.
Comparisons use listed specifications tracked by Cadence. Manufacturer reference sizes and measurement methods can vary. Learn about our data methodology.
Where It Fits
- Cushioning
- High
- Listed weight
- Notably heavy for category
- Stack
- Notably high for category
- Price
- Higher-priced for category
- Drop
- Typical for category
- Plate
- None
- Group
- Trainers / Daily
Compared With Trainers / Daily
| Metric | Wave Horizon 8 | Group median | Position |
|---|---|---|---|
| Listed weight | 11.4oz | 9.6oz | Heavier (93rd percentile) |
| Heel stack | 42mm | 38mm | Higher (79th percentile) |
| Forefoot stack | 34mm | 31mm | Higher (78th percentile) |
| Drop | 8mm | 8mm | Typical (55th percentile) |
| Price | $170 | $160 | Higher range (70th percentile) |
What Stands Out
- At 11.4 oz, its listed weight is 1.8 oz above the median of the 67 current Trainers / Daily shoes in the Cadence database (9.6 oz).
- Its 42mm heel stack is 4.0mm above the current Trainers / Daily median of 38mm (n=67).
- Its 34mm forefoot stack is 3.0mm above the current Trainers / Daily median of 31mm (n=67).
