I usually worry when I buy shoes online, especially when it comes to hiking shoes which I will be wearing most of the time. I have to say it was exactly what I was hoping for! I usually tie my boots in the second loop on my boots unless they are hiking boots. This sometimes makes the shoe too loose for some people, but it has been adjusted correctly. DON'T TOO HERE around the ankles and DON'T SLIP OFF THE HEEL, JUST PERFECT! Also, the outsole offers ample cushioning where my FOOT IS MANDATORY and doesn't slip in the shoe. HIGHLY RECOMMEND AND WILL DEFINITELY BUY AGAIN! shouldn't be a scream, just an accent: Hooray!