These shoes are great for taking walks in the cold midwestern winter weather. Because they are athletic style, they are not heavy and clunky like boots. Because they have thicker and studier soles than regular athletic shoes, they are better for walking on snowy and icy pavement. Because the upper is thicker and not made of lightweight mesh, the cold air is kept out of the shoes, and my feet do not get cold with regular socks, even with subzero wind chills. Definitely my go-to shoes for walking in the winter. No problem walking even during a snowstorm with these shoes. I have several pairs so I can rotate between them. I walk daily if it's too cold or windy for bike riding.