The fit of the shoe is as expected, neither too large nor too small. When the colors you are spoiled for choice, so something for everyone should be there. We opted for the color "Blue (Dark Compass, Nuclear 405)" that looks exactly like the photos convey well. When the shoe arrived, he was immediately unpacked, dressed and carried the rest of the day by our offspring. Comfortable they are so well; o) With all its flexibility it is still stable enough - just like a normal sneaker. We should also mention yet that he was not badly stinks compared to other footwear to chemistry. And to make it even inside the shoe does not begin to stink, the mesh is very thin, so that adequate ventilation is taking place. With sandals shoe is of course not to compare, at least you do not sweat when there is activity but so strong in your shoes, but still enjoys a degree of protection, which the lateral support and of course the toes benefit. With shoes that somehow everything (endure) can to a not to be underestimated aspect. Finally is still binding to mention. This is easily mastered by the elastics for children - especially if they still can not bind a loop - and provides thereby represents a good summer and suitable alternative to Velcro. It only remains to be seen how, despite the robust impression through our Rowdie the next time ...