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This shoe is certainly one of the better ones I've worn lately. Well cushioned and very minimalist, it provides the perfect amount of cushion along the entire length of the shoe, from forefoot to heel, to accommodate any strike pattern (i.e. midfoot, heel, etc.) Also, they prove to be exceptionally light certainly a benefit when racing longer events such as the 8k XC.A few things should be pointed out, however. One, though I may run sock-less in all my shoes, the WU3 still seems a bit large, such that my size 11s would probably feel more snug in a 10.5. That said, I do also prefer my shoes to be more of a glove like fit. While on the topic of size, it is probably also important to point out that the shoe, though roomy in the toebox which is great for that barefoot like feeling sometimes feels a little to wide, such that my forefoot didn't feel secure and locked down. Again, this may be size related, or a personal preference issue, but in terms of snugness, I like my shoes to basically be form fitting, and this is just a little too spacious for my mid to forefoot striking needs. Nonetheless, the shoe does a great job of holding the heel in place, so there's no worries to be had about the shoe falling off and chafing one's heel.
Colors are not really all that offensive, and the pinkish nature and gold glittery tongue are both hardly noticeable especially after use in a muddy cross country meet (due to the high amount of asphalt that was also present), the colors become somewhat of a moot point anyway.
In terms of durability, they seem to hold up nicely. The cushioning seems, after 55 miles, nearly as good as when they first arrived at my door. Soles, upper, laces, and interior all seem to hold up to sock-less abuse nicely, too. In short, if there are any durability issues, it's that the exposed foam on the midsole may smooth out rather quickly, but otherwise, the rubber remains firmly attached and whatnot, providing a fair amount of traction.
If it's worth anything, the shoes are certainly worth the price they are light enough to serve as a great race day shoe, but hold up well enough such that one can do fast speedwork in them or daily runs, if you find yourself a member of the minimalist ranks. I'm very glad I have them, and look to hold on to them for quite some time especially after recently coming across a website where a minimalist runner had over 1,000 miles on these, and was still going strong!
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I have two pairs of these shoes and have been running in them for over a year. They are the lightest shoes I've ever owed -just over 3 ounces. And unlike the Vibram Five Fingers, they do offer a little more protection for your feet. I have wide feet and these shoes fit great.The white over red mesh makes the shoes look pink. As a man who has run all my life -including plenty of races like the Boston Marathon -pink isn't exactly my favorite color for a running shoe. But hey -I'm a tough guy and my ego can handle it -especially while I'm passing guys years younger than me wearing heavily cushioned shoes. This morning, in fact, I had to throw my pink pair away because I've worn a hole the size of a penny right through the sole. I estimate that I got about 750 miles out of the shoes.
If you've read Born to Run: A Hidden Tribe, Superathletes, and the Greatest Race the World Has Never Seen (Vintage) and are convinced that barefoot running or minimalist shoes are for you, the Mizuno Wave Universe 3 is an excellent shoe. Flat, no arch support, and mild cushioning from heel to toe make this an excellent choice for those with a forefoot strike. But be careful, these are pretty thin soles and you certainly feel it when running over uneven ground or crushed rock. Anything the size of an acorn can really cause pain if you're running fast, so you need to watch where you're stepping.
Another negative I give these shoes is their porous soles. Simply put, they absorb water like a sponge. You step into a puddle, run through wet grass, heck, just jog over damp pavement, and the moisture comes right through the soles. So if you're often running in wet weather, these shoes may not be the best choice for you.
But for the vast majority of people looking for a minimalist running shoe that won't draw stares from people on the street, this shoe is just what you're looking for. I'll be checking out sales and will be buying another pair.
UPDATE: I remembered that I had some Shoe Goo around and so I decided to do a little sole repair. I took out a pair of liners I had from other running shoes, inserted them into my Mizuno's and then applied shoe goo to the hole. After leaving it overnight, I ran with them the next day and they worked fine. I applied another coating (leveled off with a popsicle stick) after the run and now they're good to go. I hope to get another couple of hundred miles out of them.
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did 2 and half hours cardio in these and felt great afterward. No knee pain. they are amazingly light. like you got to tie them down with string so they dont float away. its like alien technology from the future.One thing i felt they ran a 1/2 size short. i ordered 11 and returned them for 12s.
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