Subtracting 1 star for these reasons: Firstly, insole is not easily removable without some ripping at bottom(glued) . Secondly, runs a trifle small. I usually wear a 10 4E, in Asics, had to go for 10.5 in this style, and fits well: hugging the heel, and opening up nicely at the ball of the foot with unobtrusive, gentle arch support. I have used the shoe for a few days, as a trainer (treadmill walking, some weights). The shoe appears well made, does every thing moderately well (Fit, style, comfort/cushioning). Nothing  very stellar. I believe it is an excellent value for the money, and is almost equal in performance, albeit with more stability to Asics lower end Neutral runners. I have tried them and concluded that it is better than the Gel strike & Gel contend. Gel equation&nbsp;<a data-hook="product-link-linked" class="a-link-normal" href="/ASICS-Men-s-Equation-6-Running-Shoe/dp/B006H30K9A/ref=cm_cr_arp_d_rvw_txt?ie=UTF8">ASICS Men's Equation 6 Running Shoe</a>&nbsp;seems to have more cushioning( if that's your thing), primarily because of a thicker insole. Had it not been for the garish fluorescent green highlights and sole, I would wear it casually. I have also tried the new Gel express 4&nbsp;<a data-hook="product-link-linked" class="a-link-normal" href="/ASICS-Men-s-Gel-Express-4-Running-Shoe/dp/B008ESGLR6/ref=cm_cr_arp_d_rvw_txt?ie=UTF8">ASICS Men's Gel-Express 4 Running Shoe</a>....seems mostly identical, and would be a good choice if  express 3 unavailable in your size.