I have had this shoe for a couple of weeks and there is one thing that is evident.  These shoes are not walking shoes.  I usually love New Balance but these shoes are poorly made.  The first time I walked in these shoes I had a cut on the back of my heel.  I figured this will heal and I just need to break these shoes in.  I did and when giving them a second chance I got a blister on my foot.  I do not have a huge task when it comes to walking just three miles on relatively flat surfaces and these shoes are not up to the task.  They look good and are light weight but do not be fooled these shoes cannot stand up to be walked in too often or too far.