I love the look of these shoes, and they're comfortable!  HOWEVER, I have extreme chronic back pain and I'm looking for something that is functional on the treadmill, on pavement and on trails.  As with most New Balance shoes, this one is snug in the toe box (I ordered both regular and wide widths) and this one is also a bit wide in the heel.  The Country Walking Trail Shoe offers no arch support and minimal heel support, which puts a strain on my lower back.  It's a soft shoe; I need something sturdier.  I will be returning them.