This is my 2nd pair! My first pair lasted a year. I use them for boxing and train 3-4 days a week, almost never missing a day. These shoes have held up very well! I chose 3 traditional boxing boots and decided I needed a boot that stretched the entire sole. The problem I had with normal boxing shoes was that the shoe completely detached from the sole. If you don't care about the color, you can get it cheap! At this price once a year my shoes!