These shoes are very well-made, attractive, and comfortable, but I just wasn't aware that they would not feel like regular running shoes. The soles are designed with special air-filled balls intended to strengthen and tone legs. It provides a very awkward feel, and although I'm sure the are effective for their intended purpose, they would not be appropriate for my long hikes, which often takes me off-road. I returned them and will purchase traditional running shoes from Amazon instead.