Nike generally uses high-quality materials to make their Air Max lineage. They use durable materials that could add to the longevity of the sneakers, which means they ask consumers to pay for a shoe that will perform better and last for years compared to the cheaper alternative.

You need to size up at least a half size. I wear an women's 8.5 and ordered a 9. Still too small. I have a very narrow foot and this felt too tight in the arch.