This is a high quality, lightweight shoe that can be used for any occasion. My main activity, which I use in this shoe, is slacklining during the colder months in the Midwest. These are the best shoes I have worn for slacklining because I have better line feel and they provide good grip on the line. After 8 months of use of this shoe, which I wore practically every day, even in the Chicago winter, the shoe has withstood their use. for training, slacklining and as a leisure shoe. Just ordered a second pair, great shoes, very versatile and durable.