This has nothing to to do with anything. I just got myself a new pair of river-walking shoes from Lands End. The intention was to replace the pair I used to have, which I threw away. Those were trash before they got out the door. This new pair is REALLY nice. Not just for river-walking. They are light, comfortable, and nice looking. They may be the nicest shoes-ies I have ever owned. http://www.landsend.com/cd/fp/prod/0,,1_2_1931_55293_117571_96018_5:view=-1,00.html?CM_MERCH=PAGE_55281&sid=8128111198338129990 $39.95. Highly recommended.