I LOVED my havaiianas with the surfer image. The laces can be tied traditionally, or bowed on the back of the heel. The problem is that its just not all that comfortable. I now own these sandals in 4 different colors. Simple, sturdy, attractive, highly functional. The caller on the other end of the line is the one that was hearing the popping, so I would say there is some small issue with the microphone. Not too bad for an affordable switch solution. I recently bought this hat for a week-long trip to Arizona, and it is a wonderful purchase! A needless detour through Corellia to try and save a new allys family is hampered by some of the ugliest artwork the series has seen. I wanted something that looked comfortable, and wasnt too garish.