Mizuno Wave Cabrakan 4 Shoes AW12

Leading the line up in Mizuno’s trail range the Wave Cabrakan 4 is an update based on the superb midsole and outsole of the predecessor (Wave Cabrakan 2). The sole provides sure grip on all types of surface and is versatile enough to be used for shorter distances on roads as well. The full length fan shaped wave plate helps stabilise the foot while keeping enough flexibility for you to adapt to the surface you are running on. The cushioning has been upgraded with AP+ which improves the durability and also gives that lovely springy ride associated with Mizuno’s premium midsole polymer.

The upper has aggressive moulded overlays to offer protection and the fit and support are finely tuned with the Mizuno Dynamotion fit concept which makes the upper work in harmony with your feet as the turn and flex. Water resistant mesh provides moisture protection without over heating your feet.

With AP+, Mizuno has engineered a midsole polymer that provides fantastic cushioning mile after mile. Runners will actually see the benefit of AP+ in the increased durability of the midsoles, but more importantly, they will feel the benefit every time they take to the road. A high-tech formulation using multiple polymer types gives AP+ its exceptional performance in terms of cushioning durability, increased rebound and springy feel. Extensive testing has shown that even after 600km of running, the cushioning performance of AP+ stays close to its maximum.

Other polymers lose a high proportion of their cushioning properties quite early in their lifetime. But AP+ retains 80% if its cushioning, even after 600km, keeping that fresh out of the box feel. Comfort is accentuated by the unique rebound properties of AP+ which gives it its springy feel. With every impact, AP+ recovers more quickly and more completely than standard midsole polymers giving the shoe a spring which makes for a fantastic ride.