This is a great shoe for exercising. It has a hard sole which translates into the shoe being a little hard on the feet if you wear it cassually. But it is well constructed and durable. I cannot fault it. If you want extra comfort add some insoles. It makes the walk softer. If you want years of service out of the then add shoe goo to the soles as it forms a lauer between the sole and road. Apply it liberally. If you want a shoe for absolute comfort buy the hi-tec silver shadow trainer. But again apply shoe goo. But i only buy hi-tec shoes as i know what quality i get. Yet adain this squash shoe is no different. On top of that the service i got was second to none. It arrived the next day.