This shoe looked comfortable and stylish when I purchased it. It also felt comfortable when I first tried it on. However, who makes a lace-up shoe with absolutely no way to adjust (tighten or loosen) the elastic laces? Duh! I have worn shoes with similar lace designs with a cinch buckle or clasp to adjust the fit. Without this mechanism, this shoe is essentially a slide or a loafer. Does that comport in any way with the athletic design, the rugged sole or the sporty upper? How did this shoe design make it out of development?