I switched to Merrell shoes 5 years ago and have been my favorite ever since! I got a pair of Bare Access Flex Trail Runners about a month ago and being Merrell they fit and the comfort was perfect for me! However, after less than 100 miles, they started cracking within the first 20 days of purchase (photos included). While I love the Merrell, I would advise against buying this particular model and instead look for the model with the best reviews.