I am a Jambu fan.  I have at least seven pairs.  I have told many people about them, and have had many compliments on them while wearing them.  I have depended on their quality, and in the past have not been disappointed.  This particular pair is not up to their usual standards.  The footbed is considerably thinner.  The straps are VERY stiff and uncomfortable, cutting into my foot.  I've never had to make excuses for purchasing Jambus before now, but I will probably purchase them in shoe stores only from now on so that I can check them out .  That to me will be worth paying full price vs. Amazon deal prices.