This is my second pair of Ryka Walking shoes.  I love these shoes..........they are stylish and fit really well.  They are also extremely light.  I like that this pair has a bit more leather at the toe area than  my last pair. The last pair was more mesh and my feet got wet when I walked in the rain. I think these will do better in the rain.  I will only consider Ryka for any future walking shoes also.