On my third pair of SPERRY Docksiders (or derivatives :). Sperry makes great shoes. They feel great from day one until they leave. When worn almost every day, these shoes last for several years and are only thrown away when they can no longer be cleaned or (due to my abuse :) are finally rotten. Standing and walking all day at my work (cheap shoes). Since discovering Sperry shoes my feet have been in heaven (okay, maybe I'm upside down, but I'm glad :). Yes, over the years I've had great shoes that can be ranked in order of perceived quality. Redwing, Nike, New Balance, Addidas are great shoes. SPERRY deserves to be in this group for a decent price (pun intended :).