![]() ![]() However, the Ghost has a bit of a wider forefoot than the Wave Rider. But the Wave Rider is a little bit lighter. But if you are looking for a softer feeling in the heel, the Wave Rider 23 is better. The midsole of the Ghost is a bit softer and the upper a bit more plush compared to that of the Wave Rider 23. If you are looking for a bit more medial support, than the Ghost 12 is a better option. They both have dual density midsoles and are good for heel strikers. ![]() The Mizuno Wave Rider 23 and the Brooks Ghost 12 are pretty comparable shoes. It is not a super flexible shoe, it is a neutral running shoe which does give you some stability due to the TPU plate that is underneath the midfoot. And then there is the plastic wave plate in the heel, which is there for the stability and shock absorption. The midsole consists of two foams, most of the midsole is made out of Mizuno’s U4ic foam and the other one is their softer U4icX foam which is mainly in the heel. It does give you enough cushion for those medium runs but is also snappy enough for some a little bit faster runs. The two materials in the midsole makes for quite a snappy ride, but it still provides cushioning in the heel. The rest of the midsole is made up out of BioMoGo DNA which is a material by Brooks that is a bit more responsive. Part of the heel are made up out of Brooks DNA LOFT material which is a blend of EVA foam with rubber and air. And that has let Mizuno offer lighter shoes without sacrificing cushioning.The Ghost 12 has two different types of material in the midsole. It’s still a far cry from running on clouds or sand, but it’s not as firm as AP+ was, although just as responsive. The best I can describe U4ic compared to AP+ is that U4ic feels spongier. And while U4ic still feels more responsive than other midsoles on the market, it is softer than the old AP+. It first featured in their light weight trainer, Wave Sayonara, and has made its way into every Mizuno running shoe since then. In 2013, Mizuno released the latest generation of their foam: U4ic (pronounced, “Euphoric”). Mizuno wants you to feel like you are landing on firm ground, not sinking into the sand. It’s like running on a sandy beach: the landing is soft, but it feels like you have to work harder to keep your legs moving. While that might not sound like the most comfortable experience in the world, the tradeoff is a more responsive ride. You’ll feel like your feet are landing on the ground, not the clouds. That means Mizuno shoes tend to be on the firmer side. Mizuno shoes are characterized by a responsive feel. EU4IC and EU4ICXĮvery running shoe maker that uses EVA foam to create the midsole of their running shoes will use a specific formula in order to produce a feel that is specific to them. But if you see a Wave plate, then you know you’re looking at a Mizuno running shoe. Sometimes a shoe might feature a double Wave plate. The length and shape of the plate might differ. As a result, even their neutral shoes will have some inherent stability, usually much more than comparable shoes from other makers.Īlmost all Mizuno running shoes will have some type of Wave plate. Cardboard bends and folds very easily in one direction, but is very difficult to twist side-to-side. But if you are looking for a softer feeling in the heel, the Wave Rider 23 is better. The idea is that the Wave plate will absorb impact and disperse it throughout the length of the plate, like a shock absorber.Īnother feature of the Wave plate is its inherent stability. Comparison The Mizuno Wave Rider 23 and the Brooks Ghost 12 are pretty comparable shoes. ![]()
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