I had tendinitis a few months ago, and haven't been able to go for a long walks  in my other shoes without discomfort. With these I can walk for an hour and my feet feel fine. No break in time needed. I got the rose/brown and they are very cute!  They look darker brown in person. Very pleased with these!! No pain at night after walking in them for my hour long walks daily on the little road trails in our neighborhood. I wear a size 7.5-8 in shoes and the 8 fits lose, so I have room to let my foot move if needed. I do wear skinny socks since it's hot out. Haven't had too hot of feet wearing these either. I did try out the Keen voyager and I felt they were not as sturdy when walking I could feel the bumps on the ground. Under my feet. With the  Keen Targhee it feels more like a solid boot.