I wear these shoes for road runs, 2-5 miles. They provide good support and don't absorb a lot of my energy. The fit is true to size and there is plenty of toe room. These are also the first pair of New Balances I have ever owned that did not give me horrible blisters. I have owned a few other pairs of "minimal" (not barefoot) shoes in the past, and these provide the most arch support and least energy absorption of them all.

I am giving these 4 stars because of their appearance. Aesthetically, they leave much to be desired and resemble the look of "Sketchers Shape-Ups" or whatever those weird shoes are called.