They are also easy to get on and off. As such, I will not be able to inspect the bag and straps easily, so even though the instructions advise the user to check the straps frequently during use, Im not climbing 11 feet into the air to do that very often! Sehr schöner und vorallem bequemer Schuh. The cleat contact plate is metal! It?s super easy to assemble, just be careful with the pieces the shoes themselves sit on. Brought anther one formy friend as well . He loves his slides, though. A++++++ I don?t understand some of the reviews on this item: perhaps they do not understand how Bluetooth works or perhaps they got a defective unit; at which case, ask for a replacement. Queda muy bien