I'm a brand new runner, and this particular brand was recommended by a competitive runner I had the fortune to meet at a local Run-Tex store.

I was extremely fortunate that I also was able to find these shoes on sale for a mere 60 dollars. That was a definite boon.

On the technical side, I don't have the expertise to go on and on about it's arch support/padding/etc. but I can say that I've now put almost 30 miles on these shoes, and I have yet to experience shin splints, ankle/knee pain, or any foot pain. So without a previous background to compare it to, I'm forced to assume that these shoes rock. My next pair will be Mizuno Wave Riders again!