Saying my son is rough on shoes is like saying the Terminator is rough on shopping malls.  We have already been through 3 pairs of school shoes this year, and needed another.  Saw these online, and thought they were a little pricey, but rolled the dice.  I am glad we did, because these shoes are playing "John Connor" to my son's "Terminator".  They are taking the abuse, and standing tall.  The Timberline's are solid, easy to get in an out of, and have managed to hold together. They look good too. Worth twice their price!