This shoes are awesome. I was a bit worried at first with the reviews stating that you need to get used to these type of running shoes. However, I got used to them really quick. I love the fact that they are also shaped like your foot having a wider space in the front. These were my everyday shoes for walking and running when I visited Brazil last month. Also, It's awesome that you can find this company in social networks and they actually respond...will definitely buy Altra's again.