I think is the by far the best looking and most comfortable AirMaxes Nike has produced in several years. Granted, Im a nurse and work indoors so they don't get stuffed up as they would normally outdoors but my other pair have held up for over a year and other then getting a little dirty, doesnt show any sign of fraying, tearing or soles wearing down. Ill buy these forever as long as they continue continue to make em. Its a shame they have to discontinue these down the road. Perhaps I should stock up. At $100 a pie, its a steal.