I got these to replace my old pair because they had gotten beaten up on the trail while I hiked up streams.  The bungee and Velcro straps stay in place when I go  so I can keep my balance pretty well.  They need to be broken in first time around but so far they are pretty good on a day hike that have some hills and rocks to climb over. I haven't tried them out in the streams this season yet but I'm guessing they'll hold up like they usually do. Overall, pretty reliable sandals for day hikes