I have only run in these shoes a couple of times and I find them to be middle of the road for regular running shoes and the minimalist movement. I have tried several running shoes, Vibram, Asics, Mizuno, Nike etc. and I like that these shoes have a bit more cushioning than V5's and such, but still have the drop for mid-foot strike. I also purchased a pair of Brooks Ghost 4 and like those as well, but primarily use them for walking. My current choice of running shoes are Newtons. Unlike anything else I've tried and I find that they work the best for me, especially running endurance and distance.