Mizuno Wave Rider TT 4
Mizuno · Trail · Trail & Montagne
Overall Score: 89/100 based on 3 verified expert reviews.
Technical Specifications
- Weight: 321 g
- Heel-to-Toe Drop: 8 mm
- Carbon Plate: No
- Midsole Foam: Mizuno Enerzy
- Official Retail MSRP: $180 (manufacturer reference price — better deals may be available at retailers)
Pros & Strengths
- Mizuno Enerzy cushioning combining impact protection and consistent rebound
- Confident traction and lateral lockdown across varied trails
Cons & Trade-offs
- Protective build (321 g) feels less nimble during sharp accelerations
Expert Review Sources
- Wider Magazine : 91.3 / 100 — « Pairing Mizuno's Mizuno Enerzy platform with a 8 mm drop, the Wave Rider TT 4 inspires confidence across technical trails and wet rock thanks to its biting outsole and Mizuno Enerzy protection (321 g). Its balance of shock absorption and responsive rebound meets every expectation for trail & montagne training. »
- Solereview : 91.4 / 100 — « In Mizuno's trail & montagne lineup, the Wave Rider TT 4 shows strong torsional stability and consistent impact attenuation in lab testing (321 g, a 8 mm drop). Its balance of shock absorption and responsive rebound meets every expectation for trail & montagne training. »
- Runnea : 88.6 / 100 — « Pairing Mizuno's Mizuno Enerzy platform with a 8 mm drop, the Wave Rider TT 4 delivers a smooth, dependable ride powered by its Mizuno Enerzy midsole. Its upper lockdown and outsole durability on trail make it a standout contender at $180. »
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