Unlike others, I find New Balance shoes size perfectly. These fit well and feel soft on the inside. The amount of cushioning is surprising as well. I examined them as closely as I am able and, unlike my previous pair of NBs, Im unable to find any defects in material or workmanship.

Im a bit annoyed at the aggressive arch support. These almost feel like Im wearing orthotics. The bulge is caused by the way the innersole hits the medial side of the shoe. I once had flat feet so countered with first over-the-counter arch supports and then years of custom orthotics. I then read about the benefits of barefoot running so ditched all the foot aids and after a surprisingly short period of time lost all my foot pain and regained a normal arch. I have no desire to go back to the way I was so these innersoles are, as they say, outta here.

The laces are much too long when the shoes are laced properly for sports including running. See the photograph. Its difficult to see but both aglets are dragging on the ground. So its either new laces or doing the double bow routine.

In sum, despite needing some adjusting, these are well-cushioned light shoes which so far, have worked very well for me.