I've made my own huaraches from Luna kits. I like the bind between the first two toes, but I thought I'd go back to something not between the toes. When huaraches get wet, you feet slide forward too much and its a problem. So I'm trying these out. So far, I'm not super pleased. I went by the foot length measurement, but my feet are wide. So they are tight but I'm hoping they will loosen up. Also, the funny metal D-loop never stays put. It always goes sideways when I cinch it up. I wonder if a round ring would work better there. And its terrible to take on and off. I would never use them someplace where I would have to take them off. I love the sole thickness and the straps feel OK. But I'm quite concerned about these shoes for running. I've run ultramarathons in my self-made huaraches. But I don't know if I'd try that with these. I'm going to stay positive, but I'm not sure these were worth the price I paid.