The last time I bought these exact shoes, I went on a world tour, taking only this pair of shoes, and no socks. I walked for miles in cities and I was always comfortable. They went on to last for years, with just a damp towel used to clean them inside and out. This is my second pair and I think they feel better. I would prefer less tapering and a wider toe box, but I have quite a toe splay and these are normal shape. They eventually stretch to your toe width.