These shoes, and they are shoes mind you, are great. Compared to my boots the sole is thin, but I bought hiking shoes, not mountaineering boots. So far, the feel is great my feet are comfy and the arch support is quite nice. The mesh exterior is great and I can actually feel the shoes venting. This might be a downside when things turn soggy. The construction seems top-notch the feel and look like a well put together piece of footwear. The lacing system is unique due to a plastic arm that extends to laces with 2 holes of different diameter, the top hole grabs the lace, while the bottom hole allows tightening or loosening. I was concerned at first, whether this plastic thing would snap off, but so far so good. And there is a rubber rand covering much of the shoe (goodbye ugly weathered suede!).

I am a Chaco lover and have hiked in their sandals for a long, long time. This shoe fits great and is very comfortable.....no blisters, pressure points, etc. However, it is not suitable for hiking if you are going to hike on normal trails...i.e., in the woods, or on rocky trails. The sole is so soft that every time you step on a stone, tree root, etc., it hurts the bottom of your foot. The sole felt acceptable at first, but after about 4-5 hikes they became softer and softer. If you want a comfortable shoe for walking on smooth, groomed surfaces, I think it would be great.

First off, I don't like my chaco sandals but I do love these shoes. The fit is great and they are sturdy enough for long day hikes. I disagree with the review that says the sole is too soft. It is noticeably thin -- more like a sneaker, than a hiking boot, but I was not in pain as a result. I should also note that the sole is certainly more rugged and stiff than your average trail runner.

Bought these without even trying them on because of the chaco fit I have appreciated so much in their sandals and I was not let down. These fit like a glove and become a part of your foot. The footbed is simply grounded - not soft or aggressive, just right. You forget you even have them on, not because of their weight but because of the fit. Great shoe!