After having a wonderful experience with New Balance's flagship shoe, the 993, I had a worse experience with a follow-up pair of the same model.  That bad taste in my mouth made me second guess going with the same pair again, so i stopped into my local NB store to explain my situation.

I'm a severe pronator with narrow, boney, bunioney (?) feet.  The rep recommended this pair for a change, and so far my experience has been good, but I'm not sure they're much better than the average pair of New Balance's you can get at Dick's or DSW.

First, the good - they're lighter than the 993, and more breathable.  I can notice it when I'm done with a workout.  And the support is all there.  I've worn shoes that only grip you at the middle and have what seems like a huge shovel, which is not what I like.  This supports you all around.  (By the way, I'm using a pair of inserts for extra cushion).  I'm actually wearing a whole size bigger than usual, so if you do buy these, I'd advise you try them on in a store first.

In all, I'm just not sure they're worth the lofty tag ($130).  I just don't know what separates them from your average $70 pair.  Maybe durability, over time, who knows.  But my next pair, I'm going to try the 993 again.  Those are so comfy, cushiony and long-lasting it's hard to go wrong.