I have used other lifting straps in the past, but never a figure 8 strap like these. The Eccos looked better on my feet than the Teva but werent as comfortable as the Teva and gave me blisters on long speed walks. I’m completely satisfied with my purchase. I can hand a lot of shirts and light weight pants so it is then easy to grab and bring to my closets. They are very well made and have withstood being washed in the washing machine which made them look new again. Overall a pleasant entry balanced iem for the price. I couldnt stand how they would fall out of my ears constantly from head movement, from jaw movement, from just generally wearing them. The only thing that was a bit unexpected was that the seller shipped this unit without a tracking number. This bicycle frame is of high quality and is a excellent quality and reasonable price product I dont have to wear a too long shoe, just to get the proper width.