I purchased these Go Walk 4's after returning the much nicer looking but flimsier Sketchers Empress, hoping the Go Walks would lend a little more support, as I was planning on taking them on a trip abroad and figured they would be great for slipping on and off quickly and for days of touring (the words "Go Walk" would make you think that). Although they seem to have a little more bounce to the bottoms than the Empress, they still offer no real support in the arches or the balls of your feet. When I tried them on, they were comfortable to stand in (kind of like bedroom slippers), but walking across the room it was quite apparent they would not be so great in the long haul. Also, they look a bit geriatric. Had they been supportive, I would have probably kept them despite feeling they are kind of ugly. But comfort is paramount. Sent them back and am giving up on Sketchers, unfortunately.