Got these high tops because I walk four miles on a stone dust trail every morning and the tiny stones got into my regular sneakers around the ankle and felt like rocks.  Got New Balance because I have extra wide feet which limits my choices.  These shoes are comfortable, keep the stone dust out, and do the job, but I only gave them four stars because the exterior material looks a bit cheap.  Made in China of course.  Why can't I get extra wide shoes made in America?