I've probably had no sandal that has excited me so. The foot is secure and does not allow much wiggle about. I have now taken the shoe a season. Ideal even when hiking. It is very comfortable to wear this sandal. Downer, however, that dissolves the inner workings after the first season and the bearing surface of the foot is partly destroyed. I wear them while still, but the end is in sight. Nevertheless, I would buy the sandal again, although the price is quite high.