Side by side comparison: Brooks Ghost 17 vs Mizuno Wave Rider 30

Brooks Ghost 17
BrooksGhost 17

Daily Trainer

Product Judgment

8.0

Strong

released 2024

Price Judgment

~$110$145$133$109$97

Reasonable

Widely Available

Performance

Comfort: 8Energy Return: 6Stability: 8Durability: 8Fun to Ride: 6

Run Fitness

Daily: 9Long: 8Tempo: 6Race: 4Recovery: 8

Pros & Cons

Soft, reliable cushioning
Mild inherent stability
Secure, comfortable upper
Heavier than competitors
Restrictive fit for some
Outdated foam feel

Specs

Best for5:00–6:45 min/km
Drop10 mm
Stack36 mm heel / 26 mm forefoot
Weight289 g
Terrainroad
Widthmedium
Pronationneutral
Seasonall seasons
Plateno

Judgment Summary

A strong daily trainer with soft cushioning, mild stability, and a secure but snug fit.

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Mizuno Wave Rider 30
MizunoWave Rider 30

Daily Trainer

Product Judgment

8.4

Strong

released 2026

Price Judgment

~$150$184$168$138$122

Reasonable

Widely Available

Performance

Comfort: 8Energy Return: 8Stability: 9Durability: 9Fun to Ride: 7

Run Fitness

Daily: 9Long: 9Tempo: 6Race: 5Recovery: 6

Pros & Cons

Modernized, energetic cushioning
Outstanding stability
Durable outsole
Limited breathability in heat
Heavier than some rivals

Specs

Best for5:00–6:45 min/km
Drop8 mm
Stack42.5 mm heel / 34.5 mm forefoot
Weight265 g
Terrainroad
Widthmedium
Pronationneutral
Seasonall seasons
PlateComposite

Judgment Summary

Modernized daily trainer with plush cushioning, standout stability, and durable build for steady mileage.

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