these shoes are not as comfortable as the ones I purchased one year ago.  the arch is not as high or as firm and the padding under the ball of my foot is most definitely not as comfortable.  The ones from a year ago, even though I WORE THEM  EVERY DAY ALL DAY LONG are still more comfortable than this newer version.. when I am going to be on my feet for a prolonged time, I still reach for the older ones.  Wonder how long they will last.