A super smooth ride and softer out-of-the-box feel keep the Rider 12 at the pinnacle of neutral running shoes. Built for serious runners, the Rider 12 handles like a sports car but delivers the comfort of a luxury cruiser. If you have not yet tried a Mizuno shoe, what are you waiting for?

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Width B=Medium Width

How It Fits (Based on Width B)

• Sizing: Standard running shoe length
• Heel: Average width
• Midfoot: Medium volume
• Forefoot: Medium width
• Toe-Box height: Medium
• Arch structure: Medium height

Weight: 9.1 oz (size 7)

Midsole Height: Heel (24mm), Forefoot (12mm)

Product Lifecycle

• Release date: December 2008
• Discontinued: Unknown
• Update: Unknown

Pronation Control Technology

Designed for neutral pronation and supination

• Midsole: SmoothRide engineered Composite Parallel Wave technology allows for natural foot motion
• Shape: Semi-curved
• Construction Last: Strobel lasted for stability and comfort

Cushioning Technology

• Midsole: ap midsole resists compression and provides extra durability
• Heel: Composite Parallel Wave and VS-1 disperse shock
• Forefoot: ap midsole resists compression and provides extra durability

Upper Materials

• AIRmesh provides outstanding breathability, mMicrofiber overlays provide support, Dynamotion fit improves heel collar function

Outsole Technology

• X10 carbon rubber provides durability in heel, solid rubber in forefoot