It's funny how New Balance used to be what all the old people wear and then suddenly the athletes have them and Sketchers are the new old people shoes. I have heard good things about Clark's, but their styles leave a lot to be desired for me. I don't know if I mentioned it but I recently bought some waterproof hiking shoes from Nortiv 8, but I haven't had a chance to really try them out yet. If I like them I will probably buy some hiking boots from there for more ankle support.