Step 1: Understand Why 1688 & ACBUY?

1688.com is Alibaba’s B2B wholesale platform offering lower prices than AliExpress or淘宝, but it primarily serves Chinese buyers. ACBUY acts as a:
- Proxy buyer/agent
- Consolidation warehouse
- International shipping coordinator
Unlike competitors (e.g., Superbuy), ACBUY specializes in sneakers with no hidden fees.

Step 2: Select Your Mizuno Wave Rider Model

Refer to the comparison spreadsheet - Latest Wave Rider version (e.g., WAVE RIDER 26 vs 25)
- Color availability (China often gets exclusive editions)
- Price fluctuations (up to 40% cheaper than US retail)

Step 3: Register with ACBUY

1. Create an account at ACBUY’s registration page
2. Enable "1688 Purchasing" in account settings
3. Deposit funds (3% fee for PayPal/Wise vs 0% for Alipay)

Step 4: Submit Your 1688 Order

Once logged into ACBUY:

1. Paste Mizuno Wave Rider’s 1688 product link (e.g., https://detail.1688.com/offer/XYZ)
2. Specify size/EU-USD conversion (note: 1688 labels vary)
3. Approve QC checks (authenticity verified off-sheet.cheap data)

Step 5: Shipping & Savings Tips

• Consolidate Packages:
• Choose EMS/SAL:
• Pre-paid Customs:

Service	Cost (2 pairs)	Delivery Time
EMS	$38.50	12-16 days