Ankle Support, Arch Support, Great Traction, Sturdy/Durable, Warm, Water Resistant

Difficult Laces, Long Break-in

Cold Weather, Day Hiking

Casual/Recreational

Feels true to size

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

I walk my dog day and night in all kinds of weather. These boots fit the bill for one half of the year when the weather turns nasty.

Ankle Support, Arch Support, Comfortable/No Break-In, Great Traction, Lightweight, Sturdy/Durable, Water Resistant

Difficult Laces, Will shrink when wet over

Everyday, Long-Distance Hiking

Casual/Recreational

Feels half size too small

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

I where this everyday for work, all outdoor conditions-desert dry,mud,rain,snow, plus hiking on the weekends. They are comfortable from day 1 and a great deal. I do get a 1/2 size bigger then a normal shoe. I get 1 year out of them- about 350 days of wear until the side seams break down and after excessive water logging they do shrink. This is my 6th pair and they haven't let me down yet. The laces do need to be double knotted or the come undone.

Ankle Support, Flexible, Great Traction, Quality Build, To Be Determined

None so far, To Be Determined

Cold Weather, Day Hiking, Everyday, Light Loads, Long-Distance Hiking, To Be Determined, Wet Conditions

Runnerexercise geek

Feels true to size

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Normally wear 11 medium. Ordered 45-WIDE, as comments seemed to suggest that Italian designed boots run a bit narrow. Correct! The boot fits perfectly, especially with a quality, light/medium cushioned, merino technical hiking sock. Winter (snowshoe jogging/hiking/everyday) is my primary application. Can't wait to test, especially Asolo lug sole. Wore around the house for 3 days. Then, a 5 mile hike on varied "urban" wet/dry terrain. They honestly felt so good that I was tempted to break into a run! Cannot imagine anyone needing serious break-in if you have right size/socks & correct lacing. Only 4 stars, as promising relationship has just begun. If you need more than what these boots offer, then you need a mountaineering boot, not a hiking boot. STP & Asolo come through again with real quality at an awesome price.