This is my 2nd pair of Volatiles.  I bought the 1st in New Orleans after I blew out my flip flops walking so much.  They have with stood all the walking I do in New Orleans after 5 trips so I had to have another pair.  I relate them to fit flops with some heel.  I think they are more comfortable than my fit flops because I need a little heel to keep my back from hurting....so I highly recommend!!!!