WAVE RIDER was born in 1997 and its smooth ride has been loved by many runners all over the world. MIZUNO ENERZY in the midsole provides soft landing and smooth toe-off. Pararel shaped MIZUNO WAVE guides the runners to the correct road-path. The smoothest WAVE RIDER in 25 years of history. X10Durability and Traction. X-10 is an extremely durable Mizuno carbon rubber that allows for longer wear in high impact areas and gives more traction at the heel strike. Mizuno WaveA unique technology that combines the two key elements which make great running shoes - cushioning and stability. Mizuno have created a Wave to suit every type of runner. SmoothRideAn engineered approach to minimise the rapid acceleration and decelaration of the foot during transition, creating the smoothest ride possible.