The New Balance Men's M1080v3 is a great shoe for runners with neutral feet. They are fairly flat and I found I needed a bit more arch support, so I did buy a different set of inserts for them, though I ran a few times in the unaltered factory-fresh shoes and found them comfortable without noticeable hot spots or annoying seams. These shoes are great for longer runs: they are light, comfortable, and are nicely padded: I particularly like the foam padding on the collar.

The aesthetics of the shoe are a matter of personal preference: I think they are fine if a bit bland (bear in mind I normally run in ASICS Gel Noosa's) but color combinations are secondary for most serious runners. I'm 6'2" and about 200 lbs., so I'm pretty hard on shoes (I run about 25 miles weekly right now); I have had good luck with the durability of previous New Balance products, though I have been mostly an ASICS runner for a few years, so I am unsure how the materials in these shoes will hold up especially given their light weight.

The bottom line is that the M1080v3's are comfortable, light, and well-made, and are an excellent choice for distance runners. I recommend them without hesitation.