I previously had the mid rise version of this shoe and felt is was about the best I ever had. The charging base is a plus, but I just dont understand why a company would make earbuds that plays music through both earbuds, but only allow phone calls in one. However after only 2 hours of wear,the metal ring across the toes wore a blister on a toe. I tried putting in brand new (advertised as "thin") insoles which didnt fit. They felt weird and I finally noticed that the ?Made in Germany? is below the logo and it should be above. It cures a ton of fiddling with the protractor. I was so upset when my Earbud chargers top was scuffed. I imagine at the end of the evening, my feet will be tired no matter what the shoe. I thought at first it was an issue with the one I got so returned for a replacement which had the same issue. I went to the local Verizon store, and the computer would not allow the employee to start the process.