Bought these for a hiking trip since I needed new shoes but didn't want to spend hundreds. I didn't wear them at all before heading out, but I hiked for 6 hours straight in them and they were perfect! My feet didn't get sore at all which is amazing because I'm used to having to break in my shoes. The high tops almost certainly saved my from a twisted multiple times, and they also kept my feet dry and warm. Couldn't ask for anything more from a good pair of hiking shoes.