text: I was so excited to receive these shoes.  I've started hiking a lot this year and figured I need a shoe specifically for my new hobby.  The shoe fit well.  After my first short hike, they rubbed a little but it generally takes a least a good days wearing before I'm able to break shoes in.  However, on my last hike which was only about 6 miles my feet blistered terribly.  I did the last mile barefoot and it was dramatically less painful then the shoes were.