For the right person this could be a good shoe at a very good price. I ended up sending them back because they didn't fit me. The fit differs from other Asics running shoes I've worn - too roomy for me side-by-side. And while I haven't run them, just tried them on, I'm not sure they're strong enough for the long, tough runs I often do. But they're nice and light, and for the average runner (or just as a pair of 'casual' shoes) they can be a steal.