I love my crocs because they are so Damn comfortable. The traditional ones work ok for hiking in or along streams. I wanted more of a water shoe with better traction and more secure fit. After debating which brand and type of shoe I should get, for longer than I care to admit, I finally pulled the trigger on these since my other crocs have all been so amazing.  This is the perfect shoe for hiking up streams or on dry land. Great traction, dry quick, and fit securely to the foot.