Bought these to replace an older pair that were slightly smaller.  These are as light and as comfortable, and if they hold up as well as the last pair, my son may actually eventually outgrow them before they wear out (I tend to buy slightly too big, so shoes often wear out before they get outgrown, particularly the heavy use every day comfortable shoes).  I bought them because I wanted something similar to the last pair of Saucony's we had, and the price was the clincher (must be last year's model).  I was worried the yellow would be a turn off, but I showed them to my son online and raved about how fast he'd probably be able to run in the bright yellow - sold!  Very happy so far, although we've only worn them a few times.