bought these for a vacation trip to playa del carmen, i figured they would be comfortable beach shoes. i figured they would last about a month and that's ok because at 20 bucks i would have gotten my money's worth.... fast forward and about 2 years later, and they are my favorite pair of summer run around shoes. way more durable than i expected, very breathable and feel great without socks. have held up in ocean water as well as dirty Kansas lakes and ponds i wouldn't use them to go running in, but for causal walks or short jogs and treks and lake trips, they are very comfy to wear all day. if they ever wear out i will be buying them again. i have bought $100+ pair of Nike's that haven't held up as well. for about 20 bucks you cant go wrong. i highly recommend!