I liked Ones, Escalantes and Torins. These rivers appear to be of lower quality. They are significantly narrower in the toe area. The heel doesn't feel secure. The pad over the toes feels cheap. They really don't look that cool. I don't like the sole. Part of me wonders if these are real Astras. Or maybe Rivera just sucks. I definitely regret paying 130 for them, I think they are too small to wear. My big toe feels like it's being pinched and barely fits on the sole. Now I'm stuck in ugly, uncomfortable running shoes because I thought they would break at work. Maybe I'll give it.