My very pick son loves these shoes. I originally bought them because he was complaining of his ankles hurting after school. He noticed a difference right away after wearing these. He's been wearing them non stop for almost a year now. Granted, they are falling apart off his feet, but they have held up very well for an 11year old boy. I just wish I was able to find shoes like this in a larger size now that he's older. I would highly recommend these shoes!