Pika,
I use regular ole New Balance 800 series. I worked in a sporting goods store for a while in college, so I first got turned on to NB after learning about the different construction methods and shock absorption systems. I like the 800 series because of the moderately aggressive tread, the light mesh in the toe box allows me to water through water without any problems with it drying in a hour, the nice mid sole and the availability of wide sizes. They are not terribly expensive either. That's my experience. I find it very easy.