Mizuno USA’s Wave Nirvana 2 high performance running shoe, has been awarded the “Editors Choice” award from Runners World magazine. The shoe was awarded the “Editors Choice” designation for the best running shoe, according to the opinions of the publications editors, as part of their Summer Shoe Guide in the June 2006 issue. This “Editors Choice” award from Runners World is the seventh for Mizuno and brings the total number of awards that Mizuno has received from Runners World to an impressive 20.
“We are proud and honored that the Mizuno Wave Nirvana 2 has been selected as the Editors Choice by Runners World magazine” said Bob Puccini, President Mizuno USA, Inc., and Chairman, Mizuno Canada, Ltd. “These accolades that Mizuno running shoes continue to receive are a testament to not only the performance of our patented Wave Technology, but also superior designs, materials, and the countless other innovative technologies utilized to enhance the running experience.”
The Wave Nirvana 2 is for the runner with medium, flexible arches searching for unsurpassed cushioning in a supportive package. The Wave Nirvana 2 and utilizes multiple cutting edge technologies from Mizuno including SensorPoint, a suspension system which connects the Wave plate directly to the ground via rubber studs, thereby enhancing stability and traction, and Mizuno Intercool, a full-length ventilation system which reduces heat and humidity build-up inside the shoe.
“At Mizuno we are constantly improving upon the design and technology utilized in our running shoes,” said Tom Elwell, Vice President and General Manager, Mizuno USA Athletic Division. “The growing number of Editors Choice, Best Update, and Best Debut awards that Mizuno has received from Runners World can be attributed to our unmatched Global Research & Design, and the Wave Nirvana 2 is evidence of the huge strides we have taken in the Support category in particular.”
