It is very good at picking up sound around you while recording. However, I wore them a total of 8 times and 24 miles when one of the lace loops broke. He absolutely loves this game! " Shoes should be silent. I have been using it for 7months and it still looks new with no wear. Result? Very NARROW WIDTH, and the fit is extremely tight and uncomfortable. I am kind of disappointed with this product. My toddler has a very narrow, size 5 foot but the smallest size I could order was a 6/7 and I was worried theyd be too big, but it doesnt seem to bother her and she can easily run around in them. For that use, these are PERFECT! They must be showing a very small shoe in the display pics.