I went back to figure skating, I tried to buy NB shoes, I thought the N logo was cool. But the shoes were too narrow or had strangely high arches. I was more used to big, puffy skate shoes and worried that none of today's skate shoes would fit. I bought maranas because I heard they are wider. And they fit great. Not only that, they are very comfortable and durable. I reach for them even when I'm not driving, simply because they're comfortable. I'm more used to cupsole soles and they look familiar. The sole is a bit stiff but I like it that way. My only complaint is that I ordered the navy blue/tan ones and they look a bit black in person. But honestly, that's what they looked like online. Overall 10/10 would buy again