I realize this is an old(ish) thread, but I finally got around to replacing my Newtons with the Kinvara 2. I'm in love, y'all! These are such a great fit for my wide, stumpy-toed feet. And I feel much more stable on wet pavement now--the lugs on the Newtons always made me feel like I was in danger of slipping when the ground was wet, and when you live in the PNW that just won't do.
Of course, now that I'm getting back into the swing of things with running, I had to buy myself some other treats to go with my shoes--a new pair of capris, running dresses, a new bolero. What? The pink shoes demanded an appropriate wardrobe. (Also, it's been a rough couple of weeks at work, and retail therapy was needed.)
Anyway, thanks again Knot for your review. It helped point me in the direction of my newest love.
2009 BMC Road Racer SL 01 / Specialized Ruby 155
2007 LeMond Reno / Luna Chix Team Saddle
1980-something Lotus Odyssey / Brooks Finesse
1992 Bridgestone RB-2 / Brooks B-17 Imperial
Nada Bike singlespeed / Brooks Team Pro in white