Contrary to the description, the R Cord hiking shoes are NOT "true to size". While the toe & width are perfect, the heel area is too loose - I can feel the heel of my foot with socks on sliding slightly up & down while I walk. For decades, I've always worn a size 9. Another reviewer recommended going a half-size smaller. I agree. But sadly, they don't offer an 8 1/2 for the gray-style shoes. So Yes, I'm the THIRD reviewer here to comment on the loose heel area. // Despite the sizing problem, these hiking shoes are comfortable, rugged and great looking. The thick soles also make you at least 1 & 1/4-inches taller. And at $19.99, they APPEAR to be an incredible value - but not if they don't fit properly.EDIT 1: I returned the Men's gray shoes (size 9) for Men's green shoes (size 8.5), which fit like a glove. The green-style shoes cost a bit more, but I'm happy with the upgrade. Also, the shoe style is very different. So look very closely at the photos to see the differences.EDIT 2: Strange. I notice the R Cord "Men's" listing has now been changed to "Women's" shoes (late May 2023). So my above review is only for the MEN'S shoes. Also, the shoe styles have completely changed. R Cord should really just create a NEW & SEPARATE LISTING whenever they introduce a new type of shoe - so that the old reviews match the original shoes listed. Otherwise, these older reviews will confuse future consumers.