I'm a big fan of Merrell, shoes; I bought these to replace a five-year-old pair of Moab water shoes that I love and have worn constantly as a lightweight everyday street shoe, but sadly were discontinued some time ago. Although these seem OK, ultimately, I returned them and went with the Aero version of the ALL Out Blaze; I didn't really care for the feel and fit of these with the lack of a tongue, nor the open back of the heeI; the Areo's are more enclosed and constructed a more like a standard running shoe. After three weeks, I'm liking them a lot. But I suppose if you are planning to be in the water, these would be more appropriate.

If you are looking at these, you might want to also check out the Merrell Tetrex Crest Wrap Sport Sandal as well - if I had found them before I bought these, they are what I would have ordered, as they look to be closer to the Moabs I love so much.