Have had bad history with purchasing shoes over the internet (usually get the company's rejects), but took a shot at these shoes on Backcountry and won. These shoes look pretty cool, feel light as a feather, and fit great. The only issues I have with them is that b/c the laces are so high up, the enter weight of the shoe rests on the very top of the foot. This would be a bigger issue if the shoe was any heavier. Also, there is an optical illusion with the stitching around the toes in which the shoe looks much smaller from the top than it really is. I wear 10's, and they look like 8's on my foot. Other than that, they're great shoes for work, walking and everyday use. I love them - just lucky I'm comfortable with my manhood...