This shoe has the softest sole of any shoe I've ever worn. But these are very narrow shoes. I had to trade them in for a pair of ASICS VENTURE 5s. The 5th Venture has a stiffer sole and fits like a regular New Balance pair. My feet are not very wide, but not narrow either. Choose the Asics 4 if you have narrow feet and need a very soft sole and you only walk on the street. 5 - more durable shoes with excellent grip