Comfortable, Solid Crampon support, Warm, Well Made

A bit tight on the toes

Ice and snow climbing

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

I bought these in March 06. I have used this boot for hiking up Shasta in the snow, and several Ice climbing trips. They are great for kicking steps and for holding crampons. They may not be the stiffest for ice climbing but with the Rambos(ridgid platform crampons) they work great. I have a wide square toe and normal heel and these have been fairly comfortable for me in 1/2 size larger than normal. I wear a thin liner and light weight wool hiker socks. I have not replaced the foot bed as it is a good quality and there is no extra room. I have not logged a lot of hiking in these and have not used on any trips more than a few days. I may need more toe room for extended hiking. Comfortable to the low 20's. I do recommend these for the uses described.

No brake in time, Warm

Low Durability

Ice snow rocks crampon

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

my freind and i used these boots to climb Elbrus in july 2009. brand new boots, no blisters. walked through high snow, rocks, glaciers, some water, extensive time in crampons. great comfortable boots overall. true to size. the sole of my firend's boot came apart in one little spot on the side after the climb. he is still happy with the boot overall.