Before trying this shoe I was disappointed with other water shoes. Unlike previous shoes, they are comfortable to walk in, hold up well and perform as expected. I used these shoes to walk a dirt trail that led to natural ponds of rocks and roots. The short crossing was about 1.5km one way. The shoes held up well and stayed comfortable. They also drain water very well. In addition, these shoes are very easy to care for, the insoles can be easily put back into the shoes after cleaning.