The Mizuno Wave Rider 30 is still current. Its closest match from another family is the ASICS Novablast 6
Why the ASICS Novablast 6
Compared with the Mizuno Wave Rider 30: 1 mm less heel stack and 12 g lighter, with the same drop. Both are in our daily trainer category.
−1mm stack±0mm drop−12g| Spec | Mizuno Wave Rider 30 | ASICS Novablast 6 |
|---|---|---|
| Heel stack | 42.5 mm | 41.5 mm |
| Drop | 8 mm | 8 mm |
| Weight | 265 g | 253 g |
The Mizuno Wave Rider 30 is the current version of the Mizuno Wave Rider line.
3 more current options
Next closest current shoes from other families, scored on heel stack, drop, weight and category. Chips show each one against the Mizuno Wave Rider 30.
Mizuno Wave Rider 30: questions
Answers are generated from the published specs on this page. Missing values are left out, never estimated.
What is the closest alternative to the Mizuno Wave Rider 30 from another brand?
On published specs, the ASICS Novablast 6, at 97% spec similarity. Compared with the Mizuno Wave Rider 30: 1 mm less heel stack and 12 g lighter, with the same drop. Both are in our daily trainer category.
Is the Mizuno Wave Rider 30 still available?
Trova lists the Mizuno Wave Rider 30 as a current model. We don't track retailer stock, so this is not a statement about sizes or availability at any shop.
What are the specs of the Mizuno Wave Rider 30?
Published specs for the Mizuno Wave Rider 30: 42.5 mm stack, 8 mm drop, 265 g. Weight reference size: men's (size not stated). It is a neutral road shoe in our daily trainer category.
Full spec sheet and version history for the Mizuno Wave Rider 30.
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