"So this boot runs a tad narrow in the toe box/ball-of-foot area. If you feel you have normal to narrow feet, these will be no trouble at all. The shoes are lined with an ever-so-lightly padded silky material and the leather exterior is soft and supple enough to allow the top/front of the boot to be turned down if you desire. The wedge heel inside is very slight - hardly feels like you're walking on an elevated heel at all - but still raises the heel just enough to enhance your calves and glutes. They're a deep, rich black, not lightly faded black as seen in the photo. Very comfortable."
"this shoe has exactly what you'll need for serious runs - lots of toe box room, serious arch support, and great thickness in the sole to hold up to the wear and tear of mile after mile. i am on my 4th pair and could not be happier. they may feel heavier/thicker than the thin/minimal feather-light running shoes, but they take the brunt of the beating, rather than your feet, when you're going for 26.2 or more."