The outsole is sticky, the right amount of cushion, and the upper is comfortable. However, personally, I need a wide version to prevent hot spots, and prefer a wider toe box. I want to keep the shoe but it's giving me hotspots. It is nearly impossible to find a wide approach shoe. Honestly, what I really want is the original Five Ten Access, true to the original - the mesh version was indestructible, available in widths, and flexible - not so stiff as a MTB shoe, a high heel drop with that flat forefront for smearing, thick laces that don't get knotted - as Five Ten originally marketed it as a approach shoe also suitable for MTB. I've not been happy since they were bought out. They were great for any occasion, but really perfect for hiking on stone where I go most - I've tried everything and spent a fortune on shoes I cannot wear.