This shoe was recommended by various running sites so I made an investment. I was just looking for a solid hiking/running shoe. The shoes arrived and I was a little surprised by the construction. I tried it on and it fit well. I wore it for a short walk with my wife without forcing myself. I then took them on a longer walk/run at a higher pace and the heels of the boots were ripping my heels. When I finished, they got bloodied and beaten. Needless to say, I wasn't impressed at all.