I've owned at least half a dozen pairs of minimalist NB shoes and these feel the best to me. The new tongue and Achilles fingerboard design is great. My only complaint is that they are a bit small. I usually hear this and don't pay attention since I wear a 14, but while the toe box is wide, it's also a bit short. I have enough room not to return them, but would definitely go half a step up if you're in that size range.