About six weeks ago I set out on a goal to get in better shape. I love walking so I figured I'd start there. As a woman I naturally love shoes but primarily have lived most of my life barefoot or in flip flops. Over the past 6 weeks I've gone through an array of high end running/walking shoes. Including being professionally fitted plus insoles.

I was battling shin splints, blisters everywhere, I tried different shoes, toe socks, etc.. I started thinking that maybe something like the Vibrams were a better fit because of my foot structure. I have medium arches, no gait abnormalities, my feet are wide, and straight. I start researching and saw that an alternative option was trail sandals. I went into a local store and tried these on and felt instantly better. So as is my normal routine came to Amazon to find them and of course they were cheaper.

They arrived yesterday and I am so happy I made this switch! I am a 8.5 W in women's so I ordered the 7 in men's. I found that the men's naturally had a wider foot bed. My feet have plenty of room. There are three great adjustment points, sufficient support, as well as padding. I was nervous about moisture because in S. Florida but these weren't a problem. I walked about 6.88 miles last night. The only complaint I have and is the reason for the 4 stars instead of 5 is the seams on the neoprene padding on the straps did give me a small blister on both heels. Nothing a little moleskin won't fix. Other than that I would highly recommend these for anyone who is looking for an athletic shoe alternative for long distance walking. Especially for women with a wider foot. I ordered the Brown Bombay and it's not too masculine at all.

Enjoy!