Wife is so pleased. Great for industrial farmhouse look and very sturdy. I personally never noticed an odor - only really noticeable if you stick the shoe right up to your face - and as your feet will hopefully be on the floor and not next to someones nose, you should be fine. I only started using it yesterday so I havent seen any results but the fit and how much it hugs you is great. Well, it was plenty of light for about 20mph on a twisty bike path around Lake Natomas. Very sturdy that way. I finally wore out the scroll wheel click. I wanted something to wear that had open toes but comfort while working from home as I like to stand while working. And they dry fast as well. We selected this kit as it was a great product for the price, durable, and flexible to accommodate each family members individual needs for clothes storage.