Rugged yet comfortable, this well-constructed hiking boot has proven itself to hold up to years of hard use on the trails.  Make no mistake---this is a backpacker's boot.  Exceptionally sturdy, but not as lightweight as many the "sneaker boots" that are made today for light use.  The only thing preventing me from calling it "the perfect mountaineer's boot" is the sole---sure would have preferred Danner to use a Vibram sole on such a fine boot as this.  Still the Danner sole has held up well and has provided a decent grip in "most" situations.  Liked this boot well enough to buy a second pair.