Bummer! First ordered size 7B -- too narrow; Returned and bought 7D -- again, tight PLUS the inner metal grommet loop at the top of the shoe dug into my ankle as the tongue is a little narrow there; tried relacing in several configurations, and still a problem. I am looking for 749s as my 747s are finally wearing out. The 749s are difficult to locate. Sure wish New Balance would not fix what is not broke! The 747s were a great shoe in every way.