I'm a big guy (255 lbs/115 kg/18 stone), which translates to "pounds running shoes into mush in short order." As an overpronator, this also means I need serious support, plus a heavy-duty cushion in order to avoid turning my knees into pulp. Brooks Beast fit the bill to a "t". I've used every kind of shoe made for big guys, and there's no getting around it: The Beasts consume everyone else. I've even gone skydiving in these things- you can't do better.

Other brands just plain don't hold up- and as a long-time runner, I've blown holes in Sauconys, Adidas, New Balance, Nikes and Asics. On the rare occasion where you can find a pair of these for less than full price, snatch them up.  Your feet and knees will thank you for it. I don't work for Brooks, but their Beast shoes are outstanding.  Military runners take note: If you're a large fellow, these wear down evenly and more slowly than anything else sold online or in the BX/PX.