Was traveling with a Torin 4.5 Plush and just upgraded to this. appear more elastic and less elastic. Everything fits, except that the sock height feels a little smaller (less elastic?). The length and width of the hitch is okay, just a little more pressure on the big toe, but it doesn't bother. The tongue is the same/similar to the Timp 4 that I use on the trails. Unlike the Torin 4.5 Plush, I don't have any tongue issues. However, I prefer the softer feel of the Torin 4.5 Plush and Timp 4. Good shoe for my needs but not great.