Mine arrived yesterday. Took them on a 10 mile run today. This review is spot on. At first I thought it may be too mushy but once I got into the groove of the run it felt amazing. Great review!
I'm glad you liked them, and that you found my description accurate! It was quite surprising how they changed from being so squishy to being just right when running.
My solo Superblast review will drop next week. I’m late to that party. Still, I’m expecting the Superblast 2 this summer, so I may wait for that for the shoe(t) out.
I preordered mine since its announce. The website says it will be shipped in June, so pretty excited. Im not a runner i ordered it because looks so stunning and I do hope it feel comfortable.
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Hi Matt, hope all is well with you😊 You may remember that I’m a bit of a Mizuno fan, having used Ultima 11, Wave Rider 24/25/26 and Ultima 13. I’m very interested in the Neo Vista as I wasn’t that keen on the WR 27 and the reviews I saw. In fact I bought some Puma Velocity Nitro 2s in January. Maybe I should ask Mizuno for a pair to try😊
As a Mizuno fan, you definitely need to try the Neo Vistas. They are different from anything that Mizuno has done before. I just got the Wave Rider 28s in for testing and I'm especially looking forward to them because they now have the Enerzy NXT foam found in the Neo Vista!
@@its_Matt_B_ Hi Matt, I saw a video by Doctors Of Running where they interviewed the product director of Mizuno JP and talked about Nep Vista and the NXT foam, sounds very interesting😊
@@AndyCliffMTB I didn't see that one, but i'm going to go back and watch! NXT is a great foam for Mizuno and i'm happy to see they're using it in a few more upcoming shoes!
idk but i do like the chartreuse one. i'd prefer if they'd bring the og dazzle camoflage, i liked that. i'd also rather wear that casually after they reached the end of their life cycle for running, rather than shock-neon yellow, or that rather boring deep blue. would have to see that in person though of course. whatever, i hope they perform, lol. :)
There is a bright green colorway as well. The women's colorway is white with some light blue accents. Personally, I really like the blue colorway. I would wear them to work but I am an engineer is a tech company so it wouldn't be too outlandish for me.
I am really looking forward to trying this shoe on foot at a local Mizuno event. They are doing a demo here on Global Running Day, but I am committed to another event at the same hour 😥 Anyway, I think it is a beautiful shoe, with attention to details and the general consensus, I see has been very positive. I do like knit uppers. I like the knit uppers of Nike Epic React 2 and Alphafly 1. Infinity Run 1 was decent knit upper as well but some people experienced heel slip in that one. It looks like the heel cup in Neo Vista has enough rigidity to hold the heel well. ✅ Will I get this one right away? Probably not but if they twist my arm by throwing in a good deal, it might be sooner than later. Currently, I am using NB RC Elite 2 more often in a similar function. 😅
You seem to have a lot of chances to test shoes, and I just looked up where in TX you are and I see it's close to Austin. Is that why? Is Austin a big running city? I suppose it must be if TRE is held there.
Good to hear, Roy! Yep! They're a treat to run in! I've had to tuck in the laces and I figure if that's the worse thing about a shoe, then I'll take it!
This is definitely NOT a walking shoe. The heel is very soft and when I walk it seems as if it’s too soft. The foam firms up a little when running and becomes very comfortable.
@@johnsonch7292 Energy return is very good but remember this is a trainer and not a race shoe. The energy return does not feel as responsive as a PEBA foam (but that could also be a product of the stiffness of the plate).
It's a group effort at making you want these; the running Internet has been mad for them! As far as the rainy run goes, it doesn't seem to rain much where I live anymore, at least not in the morning when I run. I could do a water test from me sweating and them absorbing it, but that sounds disgusting!
@@its_Matt_B_ LOL. I know. It's insane. I've been looking at them as a long run/marathon day show & you may have tipped me over the edge. Also, the 'Matt is gross' sweat test is just as appropriate.
I haven’t run in the SC Elite v4, but I have run in the Rebel v4 (same foam, no plate). The SC Elite is a race day shoe, rather than a trainer, so it’s definitely going to feel more snappy. The NV is a much softer ride.
@@HTWindowFashions I’ve put a lot of miles on concrete roads. They feel great! They have a fairly soft ride so they make running on hard surfaces a treat!
How would you compare this vs the Tyr Speedworks? Especially as an all-rounder shoe for a forefoot striker? I like my Tyr SW a lot and wondering if the vista is a close competitor?
Without you saying it, I wouldn't have thought to compare the two. They're quite different in appearance (obviously) and in ride. I don't think of the Speedworks as a super trainer, although by some definitions it could be. With that said, if I take a step back I think they are both a solid option for the same all-rounder status.
@@its_Matt_B_ Thanks! By this "I don't think of the Speedworks as a super trainer" did you mean you considered the vista a notch up as a more premium "super" trainer? How would you compare the suitable range of paces among these two? Would you say Vista is more towards the speedier side vs SW, but guess both would have quite a lot of overlap, as I feel the SW is a pretty fast shoe. Not sure if read you correctly :)
@@dynamike9248 You’re right about there being a lot of overlap, but I think the SW definitely feels better at speed. The NV feels fine running at tempo pace but I would choose the SW if I had a workout on the books. The NV is almost more well-rounded, as it feels like it belongs at a wider range of paces. With that said, it feels very soft at slow speed, so it may not be ideal if you don’t like a soft shoe (The softness goes away with speed, imo).
Pre-ordered mine earlier, arrives early June. Between this shoe and the SuperBlast 2, fall marathons are gonna be great!!!
Us runners sure are lucky to so many exciting options.
Mine arrived yesterday. Took them on a 10 mile run today. This review is spot on. At first I thought it may be too mushy but once I got into the groove of the run it felt amazing. Great review!
I'm glad you liked them, and that you found my description accurate! It was quite surprising how they changed from being so squishy to being just right when running.
That looks like quite a runner. I like the versatility of it. And the blue is rich.
It's a treat to run in! I'm with you on the blue being rich! It's different than most everything we've seen.
I foresee a Neo Vista vs. Superblast shoetout in the future.
Originally I thought it would be up against the Hoka Skyward X, however if it’s got more speed in it, SuperBlast might be a better comparison.
My solo Superblast review will drop next week. I’m late to that party. Still, I’m expecting the Superblast 2 this summer, so I may wait for that for the shoe(t) out.
The Skyward X shoe(t) out is in the can. I’m not sure when I’ll release it, but it’s coming sometime.
@its_Matt_B_ The SB2 is all the buzz lately. I reserve my SB1 solely for long runs w workouts.
@@its_Matt_B_ 👍
I preordered mine since its announce. The website says it will be shipped in June, so pretty excited. Im not a runner i ordered it because looks so stunning and I do hope it feel comfortable.
You won't be disappointed; they're VERY comfy!
Going to pre-order today when Running Warehouse opens it up.
RRS is open for pre-orders: roadrunnersports.sjv.io/AWvjDj 😁
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Hi Matt, hope all is well with you😊 You may remember that I’m a bit of a Mizuno fan, having used Ultima 11, Wave Rider 24/25/26 and Ultima 13. I’m very interested in the Neo Vista as I wasn’t that keen on the WR 27 and the reviews I saw. In fact I bought some Puma Velocity Nitro 2s in January. Maybe I should ask Mizuno for a pair to try😊
As a Mizuno fan, you definitely need to try the Neo Vistas. They are different from anything that Mizuno has done before. I just got the Wave Rider 28s in for testing and I'm especially looking forward to them because they now have the Enerzy NXT foam found in the Neo Vista!
@@its_Matt_B_ Hi Matt, I saw a video by Doctors Of Running where they interviewed the product director of Mizuno JP and talked about Nep Vista and the NXT foam, sounds very interesting😊
@@AndyCliffMTB I didn't see that one, but i'm going to go back and watch! NXT is a great foam for Mizuno and i'm happy to see they're using it in a few more upcoming shoes!
@@its_Matt_B_ it’s quite a long video, like a Zoom call really, I’m only about 30 minutes in so far😊
@@AndyCliffMTB Oh wow! I'll be honest, there is no way I would even click on a video that long! 🤣
i'll be getting this one. just not too keen on the blue colourway, but nevermind.
Do you like the women’s colorway better? They don’t differentiate between the men’s and women’s on Mizuno’s site. It’s the same stack and drop.
idk but i do like the chartreuse one. i'd prefer if they'd bring the og dazzle camoflage, i liked that. i'd also rather wear that casually after they reached the end of their life cycle for running, rather than shock-neon yellow, or that rather boring deep blue. would have to see that in person though of course.
whatever, i hope they perform, lol. :)
There is a bright green colorway as well. The women's colorway is white with some light blue accents. Personally, I really like the blue colorway. I would wear them to work but I am an engineer is a tech company so it wouldn't be too outlandish for me.
I am really looking forward to trying this shoe on foot at a local Mizuno event. They are doing a demo here on Global Running Day, but I am committed to another event at the same hour 😥
Anyway, I think it is a beautiful shoe, with attention to details and the general consensus, I see has been very positive. I do like knit uppers. I like the knit uppers of Nike Epic React 2 and Alphafly 1. Infinity Run 1 was decent knit upper as well but some people experienced heel slip in that one. It looks like the heel cup in Neo Vista has enough rigidity to hold the heel well. ✅
Will I get this one right away? Probably not but if they twist my arm by throwing in a good deal, it might be sooner than later. Currently, I am using NB RC Elite 2 more often in a similar function. 😅
You seem to have a lot of chances to test shoes, and I just looked up where in TX you are and I see it's close to Austin. Is that why? Is Austin a big running city? I suppose it must be if TRE is held there.
@@its_Matt_B_ Yes, I am in Austin area and there are a lot of running groups and events here.
The prototype colorway... PLEAAAAASE... :(
I know!!! The black/zebra colorway was SO sweet!
When it's available in Europe?😊
I haven’t seen anything about the Europe release. Reach out to Mizuno Running Europe on Instagram and ask them!
I've put 30ks on mine in the last 2 days and LOVE them. Only gripe is the laces are too long for my preference
Good to hear, Roy! Yep! They're a treat to run in! I've had to tuck in the laces and I figure if that's the worse thing about a shoe, then I'll take it!
Matt, can you share how does it perform exactly while just walking?
Also how is its energy return, basically how it compares to PEBA foam on to keep your leg fresh?
This is definitely NOT a walking shoe. The heel is very soft and when I walk it seems as if it’s too soft. The foam firms up a little when running and becomes very comfortable.
@@johnsonch7292 Energy return is very good but remember this is a trainer and not a race shoe. The energy return does not feel as responsive as a PEBA foam (but that could also be a product of the stiffness of the plate).
How many inches does it add to height ?
The heel is 44.5mm or 1.75".
Stop making me want these!
It'd be interesting if you did a wet test to see how much water they absorb on a rainy run (being a knit upper).
It's a group effort at making you want these; the running Internet has been mad for them!
As far as the rainy run goes, it doesn't seem to rain much where I live anymore, at least not in the morning when I run. I could do a water test from me sweating and them absorbing it, but that sounds disgusting!
@@its_Matt_B_ LOL. I know. It's insane. I've been looking at them as a long run/marathon day show & you may have tipped me over the edge. Also, the 'Matt is gross' sweat test is just as appropriate.
May I ask how is this neo Vista compare against SC elite v4? Especially bounce, stability and agility? Thanks.
I haven’t run in the SC Elite v4, but I have run in the Rebel v4 (same foam, no plate). The SC Elite is a race day shoe, rather than a trainer, so it’s definitely going to feel more snappy. The NV is a much softer ride.
As unconventional as it looks, mizuno seem to be onto a winner with this one!
I totally agree! They’ve got a winner on their hands! The best part is that it’s priced right! They’re gonna shift a lot of shoes!
This is as closest as running shoe can look as a basketball shoe, and I love it!
Yep! I'm here for it too!
My god, Matt! Please don't run on major highways at night😁
🤣 I appreciate your concern. It was around 4am on a Sunday morning on a road leaving a residential area. That's to say it was VERY quiet!
@@its_Matt_B_ how does it feel after running on a concrete road for a while?
@@HTWindowFashions I’ve put a lot of miles on concrete roads. They feel great! They have a fairly soft ride so they make running on hard surfaces a treat!
How would you compare this vs the Tyr Speedworks? Especially as an all-rounder shoe for a forefoot striker? I like my Tyr SW a lot and wondering if the vista is a close competitor?
Without you saying it, I wouldn't have thought to compare the two. They're quite different in appearance (obviously) and in ride. I don't think of the Speedworks as a super trainer, although by some definitions it could be. With that said, if I take a step back I think they are both a solid option for the same all-rounder status.
@@its_Matt_B_ Thanks! By this "I don't think of the Speedworks as a super trainer" did you mean you considered the vista a notch up as a more premium "super" trainer? How would you compare the suitable range of paces among these two? Would you say Vista is more towards the speedier side vs SW, but guess both would have quite a lot of overlap, as I feel the SW is a pretty fast shoe. Not sure if read you correctly :)
@@dynamike9248 You’re right about there being a lot of overlap, but I think the SW definitely feels better at speed.
The NV feels fine running at tempo pace but I would choose the SW if I had a workout on the books. The NV is almost more well-rounded, as it feels like it belongs at a wider range of paces. With that said, it feels very soft at slow speed, so it may not be ideal if you don’t like a soft shoe (The softness goes away with speed, imo).
@@its_Matt_B_ does it get and definitely feel more UNSTABLE while running at slower or slow jogging speed?
and how does it compare to say saucony speed 4 and endorphin pro 4
on feel and speed and cushion and stability?