Mizuno Wave Nirvana 5

Mizuno Wave Nirvana, the top range stability shoe will provide you with the latest Mizuno technologies to ensure a highly stable and well cushioned ride combined with a smooth, natural heel-toe transition. Designed for runners who likes to take themselves to the edge of their performance and consistently strive for perfection while providing great protection to your feet. (Updated Model : Mizuno Wave Nirvana 6)

MSRP : US$140
Weight : 12.9 oz / 365 gm
Predecessor : Nirvana 4
Product Cycle : RY.2009→DY.2009.Dec.
Features : Composite Double Fan Wave™, Extended Wave™ plate, Air Mesh™, SmoothRide™, AP Midsole™, VS-1™, SensorPoint™, Intercool™, X-10™

Recommended for heavy runners with flat arches. Light support shoe for Overpornators.

History : Nirvana 5('09), Nirvana 4('08), Nirvana 3~1, Nirvana Series



Air Mesh™ : Provides the utmost in breathability and comfort of the upper.

AP Midsole™ : Acceleration Polymer Responsive Midsole : Lightweight high rebound midsole material to give greater momentum at take-off.

Double Fan Wave® : Provides premium motion control and excellent cushioning. Cushioning and Stability : Wave® Plate : The only technology that combines two distinctly different elements that are both inherently necessary in great athletic shoes.

Extended Wave plate : Together with VS-1 to provide additional cushioning in forefoot.

Intercool™ : Solves the problem of heat and humidity build-up in a running shoe by incorporating a full-length ventilation system.

SmoothRide Engineering™ : Maximum Comfort, Ultimate Feel, Unsurpassed Performance. Learn more about this New Technology.

VS-1™ : Absorbs shock and enhances cushioning properties by resisting compression-set, thus extending the cushioning life of the shoe.