I am a big Asics fan and the look of this product seduced me. This is a low quality product that just looks cool; if you like just "cool" then they are for you. The price is rather high for the low quality you get: thin construction, the insert is loose and you have to keep pushing it down for it to stay it (i.e. not founded to the foot path), and these are definitely summer shoes since they are so thin (and light) that your feet will get cold easily (no filling or padding inside). They walk well but don't run too well. I'd highly recommend the Asics Enduro 7's or ASICS GEL-Equation instead for about the same price or less (if you search). I have several pairs of Asics and the Gel-Kahana 3's or 5's are much better construction. These were made in Indonesia for probably $4.00 (at most). I can't recommend these unless you want to pay big bucks just for looks and not comfort. I give it 3 out of 5 just for looks; if I rated on construction and wear-ability I'd give it a 1 of 5. Pass on these, or get them if you want to look good and be patriotic (which is rare in itself..today).