My son was very happy about the new shoes for the summer. Ordered them in early April but didn't let them wear until school was free (mid-May). It is today. Obviously I need to take better care of my kids shoes because he told me his toes got wet. For obvious reasons in the picture. The protector is completely gone with a well sized thumb hole. Typical clothing for boys. Run through the forest, ride a bike, play in the playground. Nothing spicy.