“I use this shoe for rowing on a Xebex rower. The thin, flexible footbed makes it the perfect shoe for this type of activity. My row instructors have commented on how it looks like the perfect shoe for rowing. I love that I don't need socks. I did go up a 1/2 size from the first pair I purchased. I noticed a hole from my pinky toe nail in the first pair. They were also a tight fit to get on. The 1/2 size up is perfect. I would like to see more options for color, but otherwise a fantastic product.”