
Wave Sky 9
Powered by ENERZY NXT cushioning and FOAM WAVE support, the Wave Sky 9 delivers a supremely soft, guided ride for daily miles and long-run comfort alike. Smooth, plush, and confidently balanced, it’s the high-cushion option for runners who want luxury without instability.
Details
Created for runners who crave plushness without sacrificing flow, the Mizuno Wave Sky 9 offers a luxuriously cushioned experience that elevates daily mileage. Its dual-layer midsole blends ENERZY NXT, a nitrogen-infused supercritical foam for heightened rebound and softness, with a foundation of MIZUNO ENERZY for lasting durability and underfoot protection. The signature FOAM WAVE geometry harmonizes both materials in a sculpted wave pattern, subtly guiding each stride while preserving the smooth, pillowy feel that defines the Sky series.
A stretch-woven upper delivers breathable, adaptive comfort with refined hold through the midfoot, allowing the shoe to move naturally without losing security. Soft, balanced, and deeply cushioned, the Wave Sky 9 is ideal for neutral runners who want long-run comfort, routine mileage ease, and a touch of inherent support during day-after-day training.
MIDSOLE
- MIZUNO ENERZY NXT foam provides a layer of nitrogen-infused EVA foam that delivers soft, responsive cushioning.
- MIZUNO ENERZY foam provides a more stable base layer to enhance durability and protection underfoot.
- FOAM WAVE technology blends both foams in a wave-shaped structure that provides balanced comfort and subtle guidance.
OUTSOLE
- X10 carbon rubber in the heel and forefoot delivers long-lasting traction and durability.
UPPER
- Stretch woven upper offers breathable comfort and a foot-hugging fit that moves naturally with your stride.
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 Sky 9 compares with 69 current Trainers / Daily shoes tracked by Cadence.
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
- Slightly heavy for category
- Stack
- Typical for category
- Price
- Higher-priced for category
- Drop
- Notably low for category
- Plate
- None
- Group
- Trainers / Daily
Compared With Trainers / Daily
| Metric | Wave Sky 9 | Group median | Position |
|---|---|---|---|
| Listed weight | 10oz | 9.6oz | Heavier (58th percentile) |
| Heel stack | 38mm | 38mm | Typical (44th percentile) |
| Forefoot stack | 32mm | 31mm | Higher (58th percentile) |
| Drop | 6mm | 8mm | Lower (23rd percentile) |
| Price | $180 | $160 | Higher range (89th percentile) |
What Stands Out
- At $180, its price sits $20 above the median of the 69 current Trainers / Daily shoes in the Cadence database ($160).
- Its 6mm midsole drop is 2.0mm below the current Trainers / Daily median of 8mm (n=69).
- At 10 oz, its listed weight is 0.4 oz above the median of the 69 current Trainers / Daily shoes in the Cadence database (9.6 oz).
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