Mizuno Wave Daichi 9 Wide GTX Mens Shoes

You can conquer the most demanding trails with the Mizuno Wave Daichi 9 Wide GTX Men’s Shoes, a shoe built to provide a waterproof and balanced ride that keeps you connected to the earth. You will experience the remarkable energy return and plush comfort of Mizuno ENERZY, which works alongside the Foam Wave structure to ensure you have a stable yet cushioned platform on unpredictable surfaces. Your feet stay dry in the harshest conditions thanks to the high-performance Gore-Tex membrane, while the woven upper and gusseted tongue keep your fit secure and debris-free. You can confidently navigate jagged terrain with the protective rock plate and reinforced toe guard, relying on the Vibram Megagrip outsole and Vibram traction lug technology for unmatched grip.

These shoes are designed with eco-friendly materials for the conscious explorer and feature a hidden shoelace pocket to streamline your journey.

Key Features

Woven Upper: Durable, breathable fabric ensures a precise, supportive fit and a contemporary aesthetic, improving upon the previous model's fit and feel.
Weight: At 310g, a lightweight build that reduces fatigue while maintaining heavy-duty trail protection.
6.5mm Drop: A balanced offset that promotes a natural and efficient foot strike.
Wide (2E) Fit: For men with broader foot shapes, this model provides a more generous silhouette than the standard width.
Mizuno ENERZY (Foam): Provides softness and rebound, ensuring you receive maximum energy return with every stride.
Foam Wave: A dual-layered construction that enhances stability and support without compromising underfoot cushioning.
Vibram Traction Lug: An innovative lug design that increases surface contact by 50%, boosting propulsion and braking power, and with aggressive 4mm lug height designed to provide deep bite and control on loose or soft ground.
Rock Plate: A hardened forefoot insert that shields your feet from sharp rocks and trail hazards.
Hidden Shoelace Pocket: An integrated storage solution that prevents laces from snagging or coming untied during your run.
Gusseted Tongue: A secure, connected tongue design that blocks out dirt, sand, and debris.
Vibram Megagrip Outsole: A specialised rubber compound that delivers exceptional traction on both wet and dry technical trails.
Toe Guard: A reinforced front bumper designed to protect your toes from impact with trail obstacles.
Eco-Friendly Materials: Sustainably crafted using recycled textiles and plant-based foams to lower the environmental impact.

The Vibram traction lugs is a unique design that adds stability by increasing traction by up to 25% and improving the surface area contact by 50%. This ensures that you have unmatched propulsion and braking power, allowing you to move confidently on loose or rugged trails.

The hidden shoelace pocket is located on the tongue of the shoe. Once you have tied your laces, you can tuck the loops and ends into this pocket. This feature is designed to prevent your laces from snagging on low-hanging branches, roots, or underbrush, ensuring your run remains uninterrupted and safe.

While the Vibram Megagrip outsole provides excellent grip, these shoes are specifically designed for trail running, hiking, and walking. Using them frequently on abrasive road surfaces may lead to faster wear of the 4mm lugs. They are best utilised on soft, uneven, or technical terrain where their specialised traction and rock plate protection can perform optimally.

Brand : Mizuno

SKU: MZNO-J1GJ2557

Model # : J1GJ2557

Gender : Mens

Shoe Type : Trail

Drop : 6.5mm

Foot Type : Neutral

Cushioning : Moderate

Width : Standard

Waterproof : Yes

Vegan : Yes

Heel Stack Height : 34mm

Toe Stack Height : 27.5mm

Weight : 310g

Upper : Woven | Gore-Tex Invisible Fit

Midsole : Mizuno ENERZY | Foam Wave | Rock Plate

Outsole : Vibram Megagrip | 4mm Lugs

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