Great comfort.  I have the 811 velcro-fastened shoes as well. Both are good shoes, but I must admit that I find myself reaching for the velcros because they are almost like slip-ons.  I have excessive pronation and the 811s compensate nicely for that - My podiatrist had suggested this specific model and she was right! Either lace-up or velcro, you can't miss with these shoes.  I will be buying more!