Would recommend them. Bought these for our vacation and travel walking on asphalt to cobblestone streets in various U.S. and European cities and and urban tourist locations like museums and downtown streets, but also for light trail walking in easy urban urban to rural parks. They passed the tests. A bit expensive but worth it so far. They are good for narrow feet and and arch support like flat feet or similar - they have a more snug supportive feel. They have a stylish appearance also so they can be worn nice casual environments, like restaurants and moderately nice social events if needed. They beat out several other walking and hiking shoes I tried or screened including Reebok, Sketchers, Nike, Avia, Saucony, Keen, Rockport, Trekkin, and Orthofeet. Shoe laces are a bit light / frail, so will probably replace them with a heavier grade lace. Happy travels!