Mizuno / Wave Sky

Wave Sky 9

Max Cushion2025 · JP · ReleaseChecked 2026-10-17

WAVE SKY 9 is a neutral max-cushion trainer for daily road runs, longer mileage and recovery. Its updated ENERZY NXT cushioning works with Foam Wave to balance softness and stability. Smooth Stretch Woven adapts across the foot while limiting lengthwise stretch for a secure fit. A gusseted tongue and durable X10 rubber complete a construction centered on cushioning for regular running.

Key specifications

Weight

290 g

All models average 268.9 gDifference from average +21.1 g

Average of 973 models

Drop

6 mm

All models average 6.8 mmDifference from average −0.8 mm

Average of 986 models

Stack (heel)

44 mm

All models average 34.3 mmDifference from average +9.7 mm

Average of 810 models

MSRP

$180.00 USD · US · Tax excluded

All models average $165.57Difference from average +14.43 USD

Average of 680 models

This modelAll models average

Stack (forefoot): 38 mm
Carbon plate: No
Midsole: MIZUNO ENERZY NXT / MIZUNO ENERZY
Outsole: X10
Use cases: Daily / Long Run / Recovery

Weight notes Japan lists approximately 290 g per shoe at 27 cm; Australia lists 295 g without a sample size.

IN CONTEXT

Specs in context

Weight × stack788 models shown

Mizuno Wave Sky 9290 g / 44 mm

Weight distribution973 models

95 g385 g

This model 290 gAll models average 268.9 gDifference from average +21.1 g

Drop distribution986 models

0 mm12 mm

This model 6 mmAll models average 6.8 mmDifference from average −0.8 mm

Stack distribution810 models

5 mm60 mm

This model 44 mmAll models average 34.3 mmDifference from average +9.7 mm

MSRP distribution · USD · US · Tax excluded680 models

$50.00$500.00

This model $180.00All models average $165.57Difference from average +$14.43

Unknown values are excluded. Shoe sizes and measurement conditions vary, so use these averages and distributions as a guide when comparing specifications.

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