I am a huge fan of Chacos but was really nervous about getting a pair of these because of some of the reviews and comments. These are seriously great and a steal if you watch for the price to drop. These are very solid and sturdy but mailable as well with the leather and wool. Its actual leather and wool, plus one of the best know brands both for style and outdoor use , and a top brand for medical issues with feet, so they are going to be more pricy but again if you watch the price to drop they are a steal. Super comfy, true to size, not tight on me and I have a fatter somewhat wider foot. I just cant see any real validity in some of the complaints on here. I would definitely recommend these, I cant shut up about my Chacos anyway haha.