For my long runs, I have used the Asics DS-Trainer and GT 21XX series over the past 10 years and the Neo33 strikes a balance between the two. It is listed as being slightly lighter than the DS Trainer and I feel that it gives a bit more of a stable ride while not being as stiff as the GT. The midfoot to forefoot transition felt slightly jerky for the first few miles but smoothed out and my legs felt fresher after the run than in either of the other two shoes.  This shoe is nowhere near a minimalist shoe like a Saucony Kinvara but I liked the Neo33 so much that I have already bought a second pair to put in rotation.