text: I have been buying New Balance sneakers for years. So I was really surprised that other reviewers recommended ordering up in size. I did what they recommended, and they were right. They definitely run small. I typically wear a 7, and a 7 1/2 fit perfectly. They definitely don't feel as comfortable as my other New Balance shoes, so I'm not sure what happened there.<br /><br />That said, they look GREAT. I love them and wear them as much as possible. I will have to buy inserts because the ones they come with aren't particularly comfortable and provide little support.