I think these shoes would be okay for around the town stuff, like going to the store or the movies.  But I was looking for a good pair of tennis shoes for traveling in Asia for six months.  When I put them on, I knew they wouldn't be right.  They looked and felt bulky.  (Disclosure:  I bought the wide shoe.). And the sold of the show did not feel as soft and comfortable as some other shoes.  For the price, though, I think they're good if you don't do a lot of walking.  They kind of smell weird too, right out of the box.