I started wearing Ecco shoes a couple of years ago. Now they are the only shoe I buy for my business and casual wardrobe. They typically run a size larger than shoes that I have bought in the past plus they tend to be a bit pricier. As for these Street Premier Golf Shoes I learned of them from a friend who wore them when we played in Scotland last year. I was impressed with how he was wearing them on and off the golf course. Usually with these type of shoes I would expect an occasional slip on the course. After a full round of golf I could not tell the difference between these or other spikeless golf shoes that I wear. The main difference is that these are easily the most comfortable golf shoes that I have ever owned. I should note that I started wearing orthotics a few years ago after my doctor noticed my flat feet. The nice thing about most Eccos, including these, is that the insert can easily be removed to accomodate other inserts. The inserts that come with most Eccos are very comfortable so if I had to go with them I think the shoe would still be extremely comfortable. If you're thinking about playing in wet conditions you should probably opt for the newer version of thes Street Golf shoes as these are not waterproof.