I bought a pair of the Mizuno Wave Inspire 8s last year and LOVED them.  I went to replace them and unfortunately, the new 9s are narrower and a bit different.  Fortunately, Amazon had a pair still available in my size.  Just like the first pair, the 8s are fantastic.  They have a nice amount of cushion without being too much, wide in the forefoot, but hug the arch and heel and have just the right amount of stability.