No complaints about specs and performance. If you are aiming high, we recommend Mizuno's WAVE DUEL NEO!

Good news for our readers who are feeling unmotivated due to the rainy season's dreary weather and a string of race cancellations! This is the time to make a fresh start, get a new pair of shoes, and regain your motivation. So, I'd like to introduce you to a new pair of shoes,Mizuno CorporationA pair of the "WAVE DUEL NEO". WAVE DUEL NEO" is scheduled to be released in mid-July as the top model of the WAVE DUEL series of athletic shoes.

WAVE DUEL NEO ¥25,300 in TAX

WAVE DUEL NEO" has three major features. First, the midsole is the most noteworthy. The combination of the new "MIZUNO ENERZY LITE" material, whose resilience has been increased by 35% compared to conventional materials, and the original "WAVE PLATE," a resin plate derived from track and field spikes, has achieved outstanding elasticity. In addition, by making the thickness of the sole equivalent to that of the "WAVE DUEL" model for top runners, it supports speedy running while maintaining the same running form.

The second feature is the high-cut upper, the first in the history of Mizuno's run shoe. The fit can be improved without adding a core material to support the heel, enabling a weight reduction of approximately 10 grams compared to the low-cut model. The knit material used for the material provides a comfortable fit that wraps around the entire foot.

After the upper and midsole, the outsole comes last. The G3 sole, which is both light and grippy, supports a powerful kick as if gripping the ground. The G3 sole is light and grippy, supporting a strong kick as if gripping the ground. It is also expected to play a role in ensuring acceleration at the winning point during races and stability on wet roads.

WWAVE DUEL NEO Low ¥20,900 in TAX
This is the low-cut model that will be released at the same time.

The prototype was worn by Yudai Shimazu of Soka University when he set a new sectional record (10th section) at this year's Hakone Ekiden, and they have a good track record. If you are aiming for even greater heights, this is a pair you will want to have on hand.