I wear a 12.5 4E, so it's a nightmare trying to find shoes that fit and are reasonably priced. I've been a loyal New Balance owner for decades, but their quality control seems to have suffered recently; the soles on one $150 pair delaminated after two weeks, and the last two pairs I bought were supposed to be 'extra wide' but were nothing of the sort. Exasperated, I decided to try Asics after being told their 'wide' shoes really were as described. It's true - these shoes have plenty of room for big feet like mine. Even better, at $60 the price was definitely right!I've done two 5-mile road runs in these shoes, thus far. Put simply, these are solid running shoes for road running.The good:- Asics 'Gel' absorbs shock much better than I anticipated, in both the heel and forefoot areas. This adds a little weight to the shoes, but it's a worthwhile tradeoff for the noticeable amount of cushioning it provides. Asics 'Gel' is a different feeling from, say, Nike Air, and I'm really impressed! The shoes have a neutral gait and enough arch support that my high arches haven't felt neglected. The inserts work well enough, too, which is a nice bonus.- Overall, the shoes feel well-built. The tongue is nicely padded and stays put in the center of the shoe. It works in concert with the padding around the opening, which firmly stabilize the foot within the shoe. This makes the shoe feel like a glove in a way I've never noticed from any other shoe. The heel-to-toe drop is moderate and comfortable, too.The Bad:- Lateral stability is less than desirable. I tried some aerobic movements like side-stepping and jumping jacks, but I ended up taking the shoes off and going barefoot to avoid injuring my ankle. Much of this is because - like many running shoes these days - the upper is made of a thin mesh (for breathability and probably material cost savings). There is a continuous plastic toe cap and band that runs around the shoe that seems sturdy enough for extended running. You don't even notice it, but that's about all there is for lateral reinforcement. If you do a lot of lateral movement or you're prone to rolling your ankles, I'd look for trail runners or cross-trainers specifically designed for stability during such activities.Overall, if you need reasonably priced, comfortable road running shoes, I'd recommend these without hesitation!