Our Thoughts on the Mizuno Neo Vista 2 After 100 Miles
The Mizuno Neo Vista 2 is one of the most high-stacked max cushioned shoes of 2025. Priced at $200, it offers a dual-foam midsole with a plastic plate and 43mm of stack in the heel. Here we will provide an overview of the Neo Vista 2 and let you know our thoughts after 100 miles.
The Mizuno Neo Vista 2 may be one of the most under-rated new shoe releases of 2025, but here at Supwell we have loved it for a variety of uses and paces and have quickly gotten it up to 100 miles. Below, we break down four reasons why the Neo Vista 2 has become a hobby jogger favorite—and let you know how it’s held up after 100 miles of use.
Why we keep reaching for the Mizuno Neo Vista 2:
Mizuno Neo Vista 2
The Ride
The Neo Vista 2 is incredibly easy to run in, and the ride is so smooth. Out of the box, it felt a little too soft and weird, but after a few miles, it settled in and started to feel much more natural. The aggressive rocker, soft foam, and overall comfort make it disappear on foot. You don’t have to think about how you're running or where you're landing. It has a pleasant bounce and is lightweight enough to make cruising through daily miles feel effortless. The geometry encourages quick leg turnover, even when you're tired.
The Protection
The Neo Vista 2 offers the same level of protection you get from a shoe like the ASICS Gel-Nimbus 27, but with more bounce, more fun, and a lighter feel. At only 285 grams in a men’s size 10.5, it’s impressively light for a max-cushion shoe. It doesn’t feel mushy in the forefoot or bottom out on longer efforts. Instead, it delivers a floaty, cushioned sensation—almost like running on air.
The Versatility
This shoe is surprisingly versatile. We've enjoyed it for relaxed afternoon doubles, 25-mile double days, long runs, and easy recovery efforts. With a high stack of dual-layer ENERZY NXT foam (also found in the Neo Zen) and a nylon plate, the Neo Vista 2 is lightweight for a max cushion shoe. It feels light enough to pick up the pace and never feels clunky or heavy. Running Warehouse called it a super-charged daily trainer, and that’s spot on—it’s the best possible version of a daily trainer, breaking the typical daily trainer mold by including a plastic plate and a fun foam.
Mizuno Neo Zen
The Durability
After 100 miles, the outsole is holding up extremely well. There’s very little wear in the usual high-abrasion zones, and the midsole foam still feels fresh and lively.
Check out Yowana's full 100-mile review of the Neo Vista 2 on the YouTube channel below:
What We Didn't Love about the Mizuno Neo Vista 2:
The Upper
The Neo Vista 2 has a roomy, booty-style upper that runs about a half size too large. There’s a noticeable amount of extra material in the forefoot, and it’s not the easiest shoe to get on. The heel collar also comes up high on the Achilles, so we recommend wearing taller socks—lower socks led to some rubbing during testing.
Traction on Dirt Roads or Gravel Paths
Because the outsole rubber is very smooth, the Neo Vista 2 doesn’t perform well on dirt roads or gravel paths. For road-to-trail versatility, shoes like the Puma MagMax—which feature an outsole with more teeth and bite to it—are a better option.
Summary
The Neo Vista 2 is a fantastic shoe for high mileage and relaxed daily runs. It’s one of those shoes we just keep reaching for. If you’re looking for a shoe with a fun, smooth, and easy ride—one you don’t have to think about in terms of pace or footstrike—this is a great pick. It’s not perfect, but it’s extremely versatile and comfortable, and it has easily earned a spot on our list of the Top 10 Running Shoes of 2025.
If you've enjoyed this 100-mile review, check out some of the others we've completed recently:
- One of the most popular lightweight daily trainers of 2025: Adidas EVO SL
- A hobby jogger favorite daily trainer: Salomon Aero Glide 3
- One of the most surprising shoes for us at Supwell this year: Nike Vomero 18
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