I have the previous model of these walking shoes. The Velcro straps on those were 8&#34; in length. This newer model measured 7.25&#34; in length. The newer model straps do not fully encompass the Velcro so it's exposed and bruises the front cuffs of my pants.<br />I would send them back but I wore them for a week hoping that the straps would stretch out but they didn't. I am disappointed in these shoes and do not recommend them.