These shoes are great for peoiple with sore feet, or if you don't like velcro closures or have difficulty tying laces. I find them comfortable for walking and everyday use. The shoes are water proof  with quality leather uppers and soft rubber soles rhat offer good traction. The rear lip is about one inch high and prevents the shoe from sliding off your foot, but is low enough to easily remove the shoe. The furnished formed inserts are OK, but I have upgraded to Super Feet liners for added arch support. These shoes are good for casual and more formal ocassions. The only negative is that they cannot be re-soled as the rubber sole is bonded to the leather upper.