These shoes are not so much walking slip-ons as they are hiking moccasins. They require a long break in period before they are comfortable. The padding is thin and you will feel every knob on the sole. The lack of laces mean that the shoe has a tendency to roll around your foot unless you tighten the fit with an insole pad or multiple socks. They are sturdy and will last for about a year of constant use. They are suede so don't wear them in wet weather.