Mizuno wave enigma5 review

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When the package arrived, I was very anxious to try out these hot-off-the-press shoes from Mizuno Running that not not yet been released to the public. I could not wait to get them out for a test drive. The Enigma5 is their newest model. It's a neutral shoe with tons of cushion.

Day 1:    2 mile run

I took the shoes out on a different course than I normally take, all street.  The shoes are very cushiony, which I love, but they also seem tight, and I do not have wide feet.

Day 2:     3 mile run

On the second day, I went for a 3 miler out in my neighborhood and had one of my fastest times I’ve had in awhile.  Although they are a little loud striking the ground, you get used to it after a while.  I ended up with negative splits, which made me jump for joy!

Day 3:     5.25 mile run

This run started out on the road for a few miles with my running group, but I broke off and did several miles of dirt trail.  Everything felt great!

Day 4:      4 mile run

Today was another street day, everything felt just as soft and stable as day 1. I definitely recommend this shoe for it’s cushion factor, which is hard to find.  However, I recommend going up an extra size or getting a wide width to compensate for it’s narrowness which causes tightness. On a side note, I discovered that I think they make my feet look small, which is always a plus!