Used till I outgrew them and were very comfortable and time saving. You slide into the shoe then step on the heel to break it. They are incredibly efficient and I had no problem participating in activities such as basketball and running. They stopped making the shoe making its value go up but it was one of my favorite shoes while I fit in them. The sole is very slightly worn down and the color is darker than the original but I assure you they are still fully functional and wearable. Do not still have original box