I typically love Merrell shoes.  I have worn them for years. These fit terribly and unfortunately, they were delivered when I was away and now I can't return them.  I hate these shoes.  There is no way they are a size 9.  They won't even fit on my foot. I really think they are mis-sized because I bought a a par of these before and they fit fine.  I am so disappointed and stuck with a shoe that is truly at least a full size too small.