I bought the same kind of shoes for the past 6 years. I liked its solid but comfortable bottom. I have to get a new one every 8-10 months since it would take in water after rain. Let me tell me, the very recent one I got is a total disappointment. Bottom seems to be thinner and the shoes start to take in water after only 1 month. Rockport, stop cutting corners or you will cut your customer base.