These shoes are very comfy and support my feet firmly without any rubbing or discomfort. After a hike my feet don't feel tired they way they do sometimes with athletic shoes. The tread grips the ground well and I feel very sure footed on the trail both up hill and down. As the name says they are nice and light but are sturdy and stable also. Maybe not the shoe for the expert, long distance hiker but certainly more than enough shoe for the recreational hiker. Needed a half size larger than usual and the multiple inserts make for a custom fit for the forefoot. Very happy with this purchase.