I wanted a pair of SPD sneaker style shoes so I could ride a bike with SPD's out to local hotspots and not look like I'm wearing cycling shoes once inside. The shoes fit well are sized right and they have the Vibram sole which is a huge plus. The best part is the toe does't feel higher than the heel like with most cycling shoes when walking. Also, the cleat does not touch the ground at all! It's completely concealed in the sole of the shoe so you don't sound like you're wearing taps when walking on hard surfaces. Very good buy. This is a great shoe for knocking round town on the bike.