I brought these sandals on vacation with me 2 years ago.  It was a bad vacation because I broke my back on a water slide.  I couldn't walk very well and I couldn't bend down to mess around with tying laces or tightening buckles.  The velcro was perfect.  That was just the convienence part.  These sandals are very cushioning and took the pounding off my back when I did finally begin to walk again.  I wore these sandals for 18 months, every single day because of the comfort and ease.  Of course, they were shot after that, so I ordered a new pair of course.  I hope Clark never stops making these.  I would pay as much as they would ask for them.  Comfort, Comfort, Comfort!!  That's what it's all about!  They are great if you suffer from heel problems like planters too.  wonderful sandals!!