After putting around 75-100 miles of running and walking in these over the last month, they've been consistently comfortable and easy to live with. Right away, the lightweight feel stood out, especially on longer days when you're stacking miles and time on feet. They never felt bulky or fatiguing, even late in runs. The EGO P35 foam provides good energy return, the ride feels smooth and natural, whether I'm out for an easy run or just walking around. It doesn't feel mushy, and it doesn't beat up your legs either — kind of a sweet spot. The roomy, foot-shaped toebox has been great for both running and walking. No hot spots, no pressure, and my feet feel relaxed even after long days. The flexible build also helps the shoe disappear on foot, which makes it easy to transition between running and everyday wear. What surprised me most is how well this works as a bridge toward zero-drop shoes. Stack height could be a con for some people. Durability still to be decided. *HOKA gave me this free product to try.