Wave Sky 9
MizunoMizuno

Wave Sky 9

Daily

​​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.​​

Price$180

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

BrandMizuno
CategoryTrainers
Weight10 oz
Heel Stack38 mm
Midsole Drop6 mm
Foam TypeMIZUNO ENERZY NXT, MIZUNO ENERZY
Forefoot Stack32 mm
ModelWave Sky 9
UsageDaily
StabilityNeutral
CushionHigh
FitRegular
PlateNo
Plate Description-

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

Listed weight
Wave Sky 9: 10ozMedian: 9.6oz
Heavier
Heel stack
Wave Sky 9: 38mmMedian: 38mm
Typical
Forefoot stack
Wave Sky 9: 32mmMedian: 31mm
Higher
Drop
Wave Sky 9: 6mmMedian: 8mm
Lower
Price
Wave Sky 9: $180Median: $160
Higher range

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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