My crosstrail crocs had worn out, they became very thin on the base and started to be a bit slippery in the kitchen, they were still very comfortable but I needed a new pair.

In my search for a replacement, having been converted to crocs in the kitchen, I came across the bistro Mario Batali, I was a bit concerned that they might be a bit hot not having the ventilation of my previous pair but this has not been an issue, they are firm enough to stay on nicely but also not so tight that they won't allow a bit of air to circulate in and out of the shoe.

The grip on the slipery floor is better than the crosstrail crocs, but the sole pad does pick up some dirt from the floor of the kitchen, they are easily cleaned with the fine hot water hose at the back of the restaurant if needed.

They are really bright if kept clean and stand out allot, especially if you wear a black uniform like me, but I have had some compliments on them from the color cultured coworkers.

They have the comfort (I have wide feet with one a little wider than the other), style and grip needed for my use and I really like them.

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