text: I purchased the Mizuno Paradox at the same time as these Mizuno Wave Inspire shoes, both to compare them and also to possibly use these ones for more every day wear. The color of these is awesome and I get compliments all of the time. It's why I decided to buy a second pair!<br />These are one step lower than the Paradox, but have similar support. They are very lightweight for a support shoe and are very comfortable. At this point I am not sure if the top of the shoe in the forefront area will be an issue for me, as it is a bit small or there seems to be a rigid piece of the shoe that may prove to be a deal-breaker but is doing okay as of now.<br />Wearing orthotics with this shoe you would have to get a larger size. There is no way it would fit. In addition, I am really feeling the pressure of the top of the shoe where the laces are tied. I have that problem in many shoes where my circulation suffers if it is too tight or presses against my foot wrong on the top nearest the ankle; however, I think buying a longer set of shoe laces and tying them as many runners do, I will add on to my review after I do that and after I go for a run in these. Love them!