These shoes have been a godsend to me! I am not a runner, my reason for purchase was a severe case of plantar fasciitis plus a bone spur on my heel, so much so that even walking around the house or with daily activities was extremely painful. A Podiatrist told me I needed a good stability tennis shoe and to do stretches multiple times a day. I looked at numerous shoes, mostly New Balance, because that was her first recommendation. Nothing felt good until I tried on the Brooks Adrenaline 18 at a store. As soon as I put it on, it felt like a slice of heaven! So I went home and ordered through Amazon. I am wearing them with the premium orthotics from the Walking Company, so I can’t speak to what the footbed feels like without them. But in general, the comfort is amazing! The padding around the ankle is supreme and feels like it holds my foot in a secure position. The shoe keeps my foot from pronating, the lace up area is snug and secure, the toe box is roomy for my toes. The sole is perfect for me...it’s very stable but doesn’t feel like a cast like some of the higher stability New Balances did. I understand that’s what the Podiatrist recommended, bot those brick-like shoes actually made my plantar fasciitis hurt more! The Brooks Adrenaline 18 took just a day or so to break in and get used to, and after 1 week I had good improvement, after 2 weeks it is like night and day from when I started wearing them! I’m feeling mostly better!!! They’re so amazing, I bought a second pair from another company on a Black Friday sale in a different color! I take an 8 wide with my orthotics. If you use orthotics, I’d recommend a half size up. The wide is not too wide at all, it’s perfect!! Before getting plantar fasciitis, I always bought cheap shoes. I now see the importance of buying better quality shoes, I will never go back! Love, love, love these shoes!!! Don’t hesitate to get these gems, your feet will love you for it!!!

They have been perfect for holiday in Corfu