Two and a half years ago I bought a pair of shoes at a local shoe store, but in a different color combination (dark brown / pink). At that time I was looking for a good alternative to fast worn Deichmann shoes keep my feet dry in wet weather. This shoe was the right choice. More sad I was when I discovered a few months ago a hole in the upper, which was getting bigger. It was time for a shoe. And there, no longer are the shop where I was, I ordered the same model here on Amazon. It's just worked like my Skechers first, I am very satisfied. The shoes are very comfortable and thus well suited for longer walking. They keep you warm and dry even in cooler and rainy weather. With the sole I had no problems. Neither great dirt, cracks or brittle spots have emerged. So all in all a great shoe, I can only recommend.