When I received the ASICS Gel-Lyte V I was excited to try them. The black color looked sleek and stylish and they felt comfortable right away. After a few training sessions, however, I wasn't impressed anymore. The gel technology provides sufficient cushioning, but I found the shoe to be too narrow for my feet. Also, the laces were too long and had to be adjusted frequently while running. Overall, while these shoes performed excellently, they didn't quite live up to my expectations.