This item is recommended in my book. It is confy , sturdy , and made of solid material that it helps me in this rugid terain known as AFGHANITAN . I use them at the end of my day to relax give my feet a breather and they are great , use them to take a shower and all . I should of got thses from the beginning of my Tour .The short time I have been using them I am happy . Buy'em there worth it .