These shoes are equivalent to ones you would find at Wall-Mart similarly priced.  The shoes do not have arch support nor any cushioning in the insole.  Don't think you are getting $100 hiking show for $33, because you aren't. These shoes would work fine for around the house going to the local mall, but don't work well for hiking on back woods or mountain trails. For hiking, I would spend a little more money and get well cushioned shoes with arch support.  I personally would not buy these shoes again.