Mizuno Wave Inspire 7

Love the Inspire 6 - it's perfect, but I cannot wear the 7.  The 7's heel collar is so high it's halfway over my ankle bone, causing irritation.  Also, the lacing extends further up the foot, making the shoe feel more like a hiking bootie than a running shoe.  The fit is very different from the 6, so I'd strongly recommend you try it on before laying down your money.

Posted: 25/02/2011 at 10:30

Agree 100%. I'm a novice/new runner; bought these based on the Inspire history.  Walking was uncomfortable at best and I'd hoped the shoe would break-in. Loved the support they provided during my test runs, but the end result was an extremely painful ankle ... After just 10 or 12 miles, I'd developed a bone bruise where the ankle meets the shoe because of the high and extremely rigid heel collar.  Fortunately I was able to return them ... but save yourself the hassle and get something else.  Based on comments, I wish I could find some Inspire 6's in my size.  But alas, 14's are hard to come by, so I will likely try the Adidas Supernova Sequence 3. 

Posted: 11/03/2011 at 16:04