I just received the shoes and put them on right away. I had to go shopping and do quite a bit of shopping. These shoes are really excellent. They're minimalist in that the heel isn't higher than the toe, and they don't have a lot of padding. I wear other minimalist shoes (that cost over $120) they compare cheaply for build quality, comfort and of course price. They remind me of running shoes from when I was very young. They are comfortable, functional enough and I would recommend them.