I've already bought 2 pairs of these and love them for my son who is very rough on shoes. They stand up to it all. I even wash them in the machine regularly and they hold up. The rubber sole toe is a great addition because this is a spot that many kids seem to wear down. The overall construction of these sneakers is very good- stitching is tight, they are lightweight and look nice too. If they are still available I will buy more when they grow out of these.