Brooks Beast Running Shoes - Control (For Men)

All I can say is that I was pleased with these shoes a few months back when I bought a pair at a local running store for over $100. At Sierra's price, I'm even happier.

One of the best for those of us who are arch-challenged and pronate (actually some 60% of the adult population, I’m told). I only recently switched to the Beast (I believe this is the Beast 9, with no. 10 the latest model) after years of running in Asics Gel-Evolutions. So far (30 miles, primarily pavement) I am pleased with the change. The Beast is a bit heavier and could use just a tad more arch support (for me) but has the same excellent heel grip and a more generous, although not overly large or “sloppy”, toe box. All in all a very well-made, extremely comfortable shoe.Now, as for sizing. One doesn’t replace his “old friends” easily without some thought --- and especially about sizing. Sizing (relative to street shoes) is unfortunately not standardized in running shoes, as I’m sure you know. So, I did more than a little research before I swtiched and found I needed a full-size up in the Beast. I wear a 9.5 Medium (or D width) in everything but running shoes. My Asics are/were all a half-size up (10.0 D). But, a Beast 10.5 D works well for me. "True to size" is thus a bit misleading. I have never before worn a 10.5 D in any other shoe so, I have to assume the 10.5 is "true to size" in the sense that it is a 10.5 and not some reasonable facsimile thereof. Of course, fit --- and especially in running shoes --- is a highly personal thing. [...]

I have last years model and they have lasted a long time. They are heavy but very stable. Great for over pronators. Granted I do not have this years model, but I would recommend ordering a 1/2 size larger than you normally wear.