Best hiking shoes ever! Ive been wearing out my new balance tennis in several months because I hike at least an hour every day with my high energy puppy and am in a hiking club. These Saloman trail shoes were recommended and I bought in my normal size which is 6.5 and the fit is excellent. Very secure in the heel but a generous toe bed for my wide feet and perfect! I feel steady on rocky terrain in these and bought the pink which is gorgeous. Ive never worn anything other than running tenniss and these give so much more support and I don't think with the thicker tread Ill be wearing out the soles in a couple of weeks. Wasnt sure if Id like the laces but once you figure it out I like how Im not stopping to retire my shoes when my dog accidentally walks on them. I don't normally spend quite this much but if they last longer its a price well paid!