text: I have never hated a pair of shoes so universally.  They were rated high in Runners World, so I gave them a chance.  They are narrow, short, and even when sizing up, they rubbed blisters on my toes because the shape forced my toes together.  After a short 5 mile run, my feet look like I just finished a half marathon.  Not cool.  I will stick with my Brooks Launch and not try this again.