My wife and I made a impromptue trip to Colorado this past week, It was a Motorcycle touring trip. We visted Rocky Mtn.Nat Park, Cripple Creek, Pikes Peak etc. While in Estes Park we stopped at a little fly fishing and outfitter store. We both bough a Pair of Teva Hiking sandels. Most comfortable shoes either of us has ever worn. Next day we did some day hiking up a rather steep slope ,and very rocky. The grip on these sandels is amazing! I bought them for wading but they are awsome for hiking, The onley downfall I see is you do occasionly get a small rock or pine needle in your sandel.a little shake removes this problem quick! Happy Trails