This is a great shoe rack. The rough surface on the rods where the shoes are placed keeps them in place, no slipping or sliding. I have two of these racks and use them to hold a variety of shoes including running shoes. I wear a 13 XW and they fit nicely between layers of the rack. Though assembly is required, this process is straightforward and can be accomplished in about 15 minutes. Only a medium sized screw driver is required. Since I love to collect and wear shoes I strongly suspect that I will purchase a third one of these racks in the not too distant future.