Thankfully Mizuno got the memo and returned to the similar design of the traditional Wave Inspire line after the debacle with the Wave Inspire 7's. I go through about 4 pairs of each year model of the Wave Inspire and find this is the shoe for me for running and walking at least 4 miles daily. I have a narrow foot, high arches and am tall (5' 10") They provide the stability and comfort I'm looking for in a running shoe.