[ccmonnett]

I have been running for 15 years. I ran religiously on ASICS for the first ~10, but their ability to make a solid running shoe has really declined. If you have a wide foot you may find Sauconys too narrow, but their uppers are so damn comfortable that I find myself buying them a half size up anyway (or wearing them with almost-too-loose laces across the toe box).

Please do always support your local running store. I _never_ go in telling the people who work there what shoe I'm going to buy - like a good sommelier, you should be able to tell them what you're looking for and they should be able to recommend something accordingly. It helps a lot if you know your feet, form, and preferences - I have very high arches, a neutral footstrike, and prefer neutral shoes with less cushion. That'll help them get you in something you like.

FWIW, I am running in Saucony Freedom ISO 2s these days.