I already own a pair of cycling shoes (Shimano SH-CW 41), but I wanted to try a different brand. I was mainly looking for a pair of shoes without laces, because during spin class, I got my laces wrapped around the pedals. These are very easy to get on and off, and very easy to clip in and out of the pedals. The soles are a lot stiffer than my other shoes, which is great. They offer great stability, and my feet are not sore after class like they are with my other softer soled shoes. I have increased my mileage and my average RPM's since wearing these shoes. Definitely worth the price I paid.