These boots rip. I used them while doing an inventory of power poles in West Virginia. They encountered stuff that I've never put a pair of boots through even in the worst backpacking conditions. I had to alternate them with another pair of boots though, as they were of couse wet from sweat, (90 degree weather in summer)and fording the occasional river. After 2 years of heavy use they are just barely cracked above the second inside lace eyelet on both boots. This is nothing. They are still impermiable, seeing use year round in the woods and on trails in New England. These boots will seemingly make your foot comform to them at first, but once broken in they are forever mated. They are expensive, I think over $300 msrp, though I stumbled into them for $210 from an overzealous day tripper with a size 10 and blisters. I think I'd pay the full $ though, they rip.

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These boots rock! I will never buy a better boot that can take anything on the trail and still keep me warm, dry, and comfortable. I even hiked without socks and had no problems (though I wouldn't recommend it).

Customer Service

Great customer service. They'll go out of their way to help you out.

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I have owned these boots since 1979 (yes 20+ years) and the performance and durability has been incredible. I have put countless miles on them in all kinds of conditions, all seasons. Day hikes, 3-4 day backpacking trips with 60 lb. pack, mountain climbs, New England, Rockies, Cascades, Olympics, even around-town use. Have re-soled them twice. They never leak, can take any abuse, provide incredible support and protection. They are heavy, but worth the weight if protection and support are important to you. You can re-sole them...lots of molded boots you can't.

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I can't imagine ever having to buy another pair of boots for backpacking. Though it took me a season to break these in, they are the most comfortable boots I have ever had. I have backpacked for a week with these boots and my feet held up much better than my shoulders.

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These are GREAT boots!! I have been using them for about 3 years and I am
convinced these boots will last forever. I've used 'em on long hauls under heavy
loads on really rough terrain and nothing fazes these things.
they are on the heavy side, but the weight is well worth it for the support and protection they deliver. They take awhile to break in so make sure You give them
time to conform to Your feet before heading off to the woods.
If You are looking for a pair of bombproof,go-anywhere,last forever boots, these are
what You are looking for.

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