Seams on the tongue and lace eyelets create uncomfortable pressure points on the upper. The rubber grommets prevent the lace from moving, which causes uneven pressure during exercise (the front lacing tends to tighten and the rear lacing loosens). The glued rubber pads look cheap and the glue shows through the pattern. Also, they don't seem to offer any support during lateral movements or difficult climbs. However, the tread pattern on the outsole is superb and offers flawless traction on…