M
izuno's new $160 Wave Sky
Waveknit 3 targets high-mileage
runners who want some style
and "pop" in their kicks. It is the brand's first
running shoe to feature XPOP foam technol-
ogy — delivering extra comfort underfoot
with a combo of Mizuno Foam Wave and
XPOP that aims to offer an all-new "floating"
experience. e brand says it gives runners an
extra bouncy feel from heel to toe. A Waveknit
upper construction allows for a stable hold, yet
flexible fit that supports natural foot movement
through its dynamic sock-like fit. Constructed
without reinforcements in the midfoot, the
wave vectors seen throughout the Wave Sky
Waveknit 3 work as hold areas, compensating
for the stretch in other areas of the knit to
maintain the proper support. n
RUNNING
Mizuno's Got Some Pop
T
he On Cloudventure Peak is not
just a trail running shoe, it is de-
scribed as a "trail racer." Built for
runners looking for a lightweight trail
competition shoe with downhill cushion-
ing, the $149.99 Fall 2019 style features the
"aggressive bite" of a Missiongrip outsole,
along with a high-torsion Speedboard and
shock-absorbing cloud heels. A breath-
able, durable stretch mesh upper and a
sock-like construction ensures precision
fit and comfort. "Comfort is the absolute
most important factor in a trail running
shoe or light hiking boot," says Caspar
Coppetti, On co-founder. "On's engineer-
ing approach is to bring the fit, lightness
and overall comfort of our running shoe
to the outdoors." n
On Hits the Trail
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Mizuno Wave Sky Waveknit 3
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