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Mizuno Neo Vista 2

Mizuno's super-trainer stacks a huge slab of bouncy Enerzy NXT foam around a flexible nylon Wave plate, topped with a stretchy knit bootie upper. It's a fun, highly cushioned option that can handle everything from easy days to uptempo long runs.

Quick specs
CushionMaximum
SupportNeutral
Drop4 mm
Heel stack42 mm
Toe boxStandard
Foot strikeHeel, Midfoot, Forefoot
Who it's for

Reach for the Mizuno Neo Vista 2 for everyday training miles, long runs and tempo days and intervals. It's a neutral shoe, best for runners with an efficient stride who don't need pronation support. The tall, soft stack favors comfort over ground feel — great for high mileage and bigger runners, less so for racing snappiness.

Daily trainingLong runsSpeed work
Pros
  • Bouncy, energetic max-stack ride
  • Versatile across paces
  • Comfortable sock-like upper
Cons
  • Knit upper runs warm and less secure
  • Tall stack feels unstable on tight corners
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Skill profile
Support42
Cushion90
Durability68
Popularity74
Price60
Versatility60
Lightness74

Ratings compare the current lineup. Price favors lower cost.

Key stats
$185Price (MSRP)
42 mmStack height
4 mmDrop
9.5 ozMen's weight
8.4 ozWomen's weight
2025Release year
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