I went to the store to try on different pairs of sandals. I was looking at Keen sandals, like the Newport H2, Owyhee, etc. The Daytona were a lot more comfortable and they had a more flexible sole. I wore them all day outside with my kids the first day I had them and they were great. My only complaint, which will be remedied with the seasoning of my soft winter feet, but there is a seam on the back of the ankle strap that rubbed me raw slightly. Other than that very comfortable and well build sandal.