Mizuno Wave Sky Waveknit 3 Running Shoe

Discover the combination of XPOP PU foam and Mizuno Foam Wave that delivers an all-new floating experience that will take your running to new heights. WAVEKNIT upper construction provides a comfortable fit with natural movement.

Waveknit Upper

Constructed with a Waveknit upper, the Mizuno Wave Sky Waveknit 3 delivers a dynamic, sock-like fit; hugging the foot the knit upper provides a natural and comfortable feel that promotes the natural, free movement of the foot. Surrounded in AIRmesh, the Wave Sky 3 ensures your feet are kept cool and ventilated. The AIRmesh will allow air to constantly enter and exit the shoes, providing a high standard of breathability the cool air removes uncomfortable heat build-up for regulated internal temperature and cool comfort. Highly advanced motion capture and biomechanics technology have been developed for a Dynamotion fit; a design blueprint ensures the shoe mimics the foot's movement through the gait cycle as the material stretches for a natural and free feeling. A heel counter secures the rearfoot in place to minimise in shoe slippage during transition to create a smooth ride. The traditional lace closure provides a secure and comfortable fit working with the cushioned collar and tongue for an ultra-comfortable feel on the foot. A high-grade, removable premium in-sock will further increase cushioning and comfort.

XPOP PU Foam and Mizuno Foam Wave Midsole

Featuring a new cushioning combination never before used in any Mizuno shoe, the XPOP PU Foam and Mizuno Foam Wave deliver unprecedented cushioning and a floating feel for the plushest ride yet. The new midsole XPOP compound combines cushioning, rebound, and durability at a superior level. The ultra-soft cushioning delivers a high energy return for an incredibly cushioned and responsive ride that will have you feeling like you're floating on water. Combined with the Mizuno Wave midsole, the Wave Sky 3 will guarantee both cushioning and stability, keeping you in comfortable control when out running. The Wave's unique shape will absorb all energy from the strike of the foot on the pavements, where it is then dispersed. This will protect the feet from heavy impacts, as well as adding stability by spreading the energy. The midsole also has U4ic and U4ic X, a unique compound developed by Mizuno which will provide you with high comfort and performance. This will mean that you will have a soft and cushioned landing on every step that you take. The compound is also extremely lightweight, which will help to keep the overall weight of the shoe down. Within the midsole, the Wave Sky 3 has the Mizuno Intercool system. This will solve the problem of heat and humidity build-up by incorporating a full-length ventilation system in the sole of the shoe, that will remove heat and humidity through the channels. For assistance and protection to the feet during acceleration and deceleration, the shoe uses SmoothRide. This will mean that all transitions will feel extremely smooth, helping you to restore energy and prevent injuries from occurring.

X-10 Outsole

Strong grip and traction is guaranteed, as the Wave Sky 3 uses X-10. This outsole developed by Mizuno will provide you with an extremely durable grip to keep you in control. Allowing of longer wear in higher impact areas, this will provide you with outstanding grip over a long course of time. The heel strike will additionally have a solid grip with a wide range of surfaces.

About Mizuno

Mizuno was founded in 1906 as Mizuno Brothers Ltd by Rihachi Mizuno and his younger brother Rizo, in Osaka. The shop sold western sundries, including baseballs, and then in 1907 began to sell order-made athletic wear. In 1910 the shop moved to Umeda Shinmichi and its name was changed to Mizuno Shop. In 1913 the firm began to manufacture baseballs and gloves. In 1933 Mizuno presented Star Line, the first Japanese made golf clubs. By 1935 its golf club showroom was the world's largest.

In 1941 the company name was changed to Mizuno Co., Ltd, and has remained the same since. The first American factory was established in Los Angeles, under the denomination American Mizuno in 1961.

Today, Mizuno is a global corporation which makes a wide variety of sports equipment and sportswear, for golf, tennis, baseball, volleyball, football, running, rugby, skiing, cycling, judo, table tennis, badminton, boxing and athletics.