I have not had these long, but I waited until I put approximately 50 miles on them before I reviewed them.  These shoes, in conjunction with the pedals, are my first at click in pedals.  Thus, I don't have a great ability to compare them to other shoe/ pedal experiences.

Why I Purchased: Based on conversations, it seemed as though cycling shoes and pedals allows you to more efficiently "pedal" as you are able to exert power on the up swing of your leg's rotation.

What I Wanted: Nice shoes from a dependable company that makes quality gear.

These shoes have satisfied my needs.  They are well constructed, have nice buckles and straps, are comfortable, reasonably priced, and stylish.  The cleats are easy to place on the shoe and they work well with the&nbsp;<a data-hook="product-link-linked" class="a-link-normal" href="/Shimano-PD-5700-105-Road-Bike-Pedals-Silver/dp/B003P10TAC/ref=cm_cr_arp_d_rvw_txt?ie=UTF8">Shimano PD-5700 105 Road Bike Pedals, Silver</a>&nbsp;that I purchased from Amazon.

If you are a new cyclist and on the fence about purchasing click in pedals, I would recommend it.

Pros: Affordable (in a relative sense); well constructed (stitching, buckles, straps, and cleats), from a very well-respected company; well-reviewed; comfortable; prime eligible; and as stylish as bike shoes can get.

Cons: Sizing.  I wear a 9.5 in New Balance Shoes.  I can go to a 9.  I ordered a 43 and they were too big.  A 42 was just right for me.

I recommend this product and give my stamp of approval to it.