I had to give up my beloved Converse sneakers due to a foot condition, and the Freewheel is the closest I could find in the way of a retro look with better support.  These are indeed very comfortable--compared to my Converse, they feel like slippers.  The sole is cushioned nicely and there's some arch support as well.  Just an overall great shoe for everyday walking around.  My foot is slightly narrow, but I still wear a medium.  These are a bit wide, so I'll be wearing heavier socks.  The only obvious flaw is how SHORT they run.  Seriously, I recommend getting a full size longer.  I normally wear a 7M in sandals, and 7.5M in clogs or boots (anything I wear a sock with), but I had to return the 7.5M in this for an 8M.  Amazingly, there still isn't a lot of wiggle room in toe, but enough to be comfortable.  I got the brown color, and it's nicer than pictured--the laces are sort of a taupe color, and the rubber areas are a muted cream white rather than a bright white.  Just ordered another pair in black!