Parts rubberbander together and then thrown in an old ziplock bag. Well i hated spending $700 for bass. Others ,especially Keene which are very similar, tend to give way through the middle causing pressure toward the middle or side of the foot. Pacco arrivato con un giorno danticipo. Used one of these TWICE, broke after the second use. I finally gave in and ordered these Merrells and I was not disappointed! A strap just broke. One would expect better quality given the price. Hopes this helps. And support where very quick and fixed my problem!