For my first pair of approach shoes I wasn't really sure what to expect but I have been blown away by the sheer quality, comfort and versatility of these shoes. I wore them every day for 7 weeks in Peru (Inca Trail included), have worn them up ice covered munros, through feet of deep snow, played rugby in them, and wear them to walk to work every day and they just deal with whatever terrain/conditions I throw at them with no qualms whatsoever. Salomon, I take my hat off - these shoes are awesome! It's just a shame they don't go well with a suit otherwise I'd wear them all the time!