Received my shoes from amazon very quickly.  Tryed them on and fit just fine.  I have plantar faciitus and have to watch what shoes I can wear.  I went to new balance web site and they recommended these shoes for hiking.  Since I live in a country setting I ordered them.  after wearing for a couple of days they seem to be working just fine.  They fit in the heel perfectly and cushion the foot.  They are good looking, a little darker than the picture but none the less look fine.  I will be going on a trip in the next few months and will give them a better work out and will report back.  so far I am very pleased and the price was very good