I always wear an old pair of Converse Chuck Taylors to wade in the water near the shoreline or for kayaking  but decided to update by splurging on a pair of these- assuming they would be more fashionable and versatile.  To be frank, I prefer my green Converse for water activities.  I guess I'm a prude.  I think these are way over-priced for having such limited use- I would NOT wear these for every day use as they are not very comfortable, have a 'rubber-type'  insole that doesn't breathe and they are made of a sort of scratchy type of nylon. If I decide to wear them for every day use, I will add a thin wool insert. That said, I do like the gray color, the style and the wide toe box.  I normally wear an 8.5-9 and I ordered the size 9 in these and they fit fine and can be easily adjusted.  I don't like tight shoes so a little bit large is good for me.