I'm on my fourth pair of Dudes. They are called Fartys - very strange name. I discovered why they were called that. After the shoes have been worn for a while, the soles make strange noises that remind one of the namesake - Farty. Anyway, they are such wonderful comfortable house shoes. Not really strong enough for outdoor wear IMHO, but supremely comfortable indoor wear. A pair seem to last me about two years, which I suppose isn't too bad for the price. I have very broad feet - more like flippers and the Fartys (?) accommodate my feet perfectly. Apart from the name, what's not to like. I recommend them.