I thought the Nike Free 4.0 Flyknit was going to feel and ride like a minimal shoe. It doesn't. There is plenty of midsole cushion and even a 6mm drop from heel to toe. I would recommend this shoe for a runner that keeps the regular runs under 10 miles and likes crosstraining.

Nike Flyknit technology uses high-strength fibers to create lightweight uppers with targeted areas of support, stretch and breathability.

What is Nike Flyknit? A material made up of strong yet lightweight strands of yarn that have been woven into a one-piece upper, securing an athlete's foot to the shoe platform.

I knocked the FlyKnit Shields down a point because they aren't fully waterproof, but otherwise they're stellar. You don't want to take them on the trail, but they're perfect for the street.