I've had MANY pairs of the new 1540 scales. This is the only pair on the show that I can walk comfortably in without making my plantar fasciitis worse. The arch support and flat bottom supports are a dream come true. Unfortunately, each pair has holes in 1 out of 2 places long before the bottom shows any signs of wear. One is on the outside of the little finger, the other in the big train where the mesh weave meets the leather weave. When paying over $170 for a show I only wish it lasted longer. New Balance, if you're reading this, make that small adjustment and I'll keep buying your shoes!