This shoe is the shoe I wear around everyday. Great for walking or at the gym. I do not run in them, but I probably could if I wanted to. I run in Saucony grid ignitions. This shoe has really saved my left foot. I began having some terrible pain in my arch and when I found this shoe it immediately removed the pain. I do not even notice it anymore and I wear these shoes daily. I read other reviews about the eyelets breaking, but if you are not pulling on the strings excessively I do not think you will have any problems. I have not yet and I have had them for several months. They seem super light but sturdy and very durable and they are sharp looking. I really like the shoes. early on I put the string through the top eyelet hole and I do not have to pull the strings tight every day, so that probably has put less of a strain on the cloth eyelets lower on the shoe. Anyway I think they are a great overall value and they have been fantastic for my feet. I give them a 5 star rating.