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I think Nike Free's are pretty much the most comfortable running shoe I have ever worn. They have all the best parts of minimalist shoes -- flexible, ultra lightweight -- sparing my feet the worst attributes (no cushioning). I went the minimalist shoe route for a few years, and while that seemed great for my back and knees I often ended up with debilitating foot pain that would not go away without cushioning in my shoes. Now, I only run and/or take long walks/hikes in cushioned shoes. Nike Free's are perfect for both. The 5.0 has a lot of stability, and it has a more pronounced heel to toe drop than other Free models. I really like the 5.0 quite a lot, even though I do own 3 and 4 models, too. Surprisingly, after wearing minimalist shoes for so long with zero drop, I find the 8 mm drop of the 5.0 quite comfortable. (The other Free models are great too.) What's great about the sole of the Nike Free's is that, while it does provide a substantial amount of cushioning, it is not bouncy like a lot of other running shoes. It's the bounciness, I have learned, that wreaks havoc on my back. These two attributes may sound like contradictions, but I find it true: the Free's are soft-firm -- a perfect balance between the two. Oh, and these shoes look awesome.