Having already placed my order I read some reviews that said these shoes run large which led me to believe I should return them for a size smaller. Someone even said it was an inch longer. Well yes if you measure the shoe by the sole then it is longer than the average shoe but only because of the protruding heel. The fit in the shoe is absolutely true to size. I can't remember the last time I bought Adidas; maybe 20 years ago or so, I was more of a Nike customer. I am very happy with my purchase.