I've been a huge fan of the 574 for decades, even though I don't care for New Balance shoes in general. I purchased the olive green shoes with the gumshoe soles and they may be the favorite color that I've owned, yet. My only grievance is that I think New Balance redesigned them a couple of years ago, and now they're not only smaller, but they don't seem quite as comfortable, either. I only wear these because they're comfortable, so New Balance isn't doing itself any favors with me by making them less so. If not for this, I'd rate them a 5 star and I'll quit wearing them when I only consider them a 3.