I bought these to replace an older pair of Columbia sandals I bought in about 2000 - Yes, they actually lasted that long. In fact, they would still be wearable if not for the fact that they're kind of minging after 12 years of creeks, rivers, sweat, camping, trips to the beach, etc. If I could still get the same style/model I would, but understandably after 12 years they've changed a little and this was the closest I could find. I still have a lot of faith in the brand that they will wear well over the years in outdoorsy conditions. They are super comfy and comparatively for the cost of other sports sandals the value is unmatched in my book. And the price was actually $5 less than the ones I bought 12 years ago!

My only minor complaint that didn't give it 5 stars is that they are about a half a size too big. You may want to size down if the sole stretching out from your toes a tad too far is bothersome. They aren't unwearable being adjustable, but clearly size definitions have changed a bit. I also don't like that the ankle strap is not adjustable like my previous ones. Unlike one of the other reviewers I have the opposite problem, I'm a bit boney and wish I could take it in a fraction of an inch. Granted, getting rid of my old ones was almost like saying goodbye to your fav pair of well worn jeans that fit like a glove until they up and tore irreparably and you have no choice but to reluctantly break in something new. But I may sing a different tune 12 years from now.