Comfortable, supportive and light, with excellent traction in wet and snowy conditions. A great alternative to standard running or walking shoes if the terrain or weather is less than ideal. The design is sleek and understated, you can wear them about anywhere a casual shoe would be acceptable. Only quibble (and it's a minor one) is that the tongue does tend to drift to the side a bit despite having a lace securing loop. I'll definitely be packing these for Fall/Winter travels. Highly recommended.