I have gone through dozens of NB running shoes over the years and have been very pleased. Recently, it seems, they have taken away some to a lot of the cushioning a runner requires (ie M 1500v3). I am actually running fewer miles due to foot and knee soreness in these. I've never had that before. I will stick to Fresh Foam models and just have to buy more, I suppose. Fresh Foam shoes typically do not last past 100 or so miles.

All in all, these are fine to walk in and constructed very well. In fact, the ergonomics are perfect. BUT, no cushioning!