The NB MX608V3 is great. It feels solid, durable and appearance is nice too. The only draw back is that it has a high collar that rubs on the ankle bone. While it does not rub bad enough to cause a blister, it dose take some getting used to the collar. For the record I use the shoe every morning for a 2.2 mile walk (with my dog) then I use a elliptical trainer for another 3 miles and finally a life cycle for 15 minutes to cool down with some free weights thrown in for good measure. I have been wearing the shoes for one whole week.