I've had a pair of 3G's for 3yrs and they are still going strong!! I wear them about 3-4 times a week plus tournaments. I had a pair of Etonic Dress and they were very comfortable, but lasted about 11/2yrs. I had a pair of Dexter that didn't last hardly a year and will never buy another pair! I work in the bowling industry and will only use 3G or Etonic!!! Just my $.02, Bruce