Feels really sturdy. Very comfy. However the deeper I dug, the more I heard that they just don't last. Going to HAIX front zips instead. $100 more but will last 3 times as long and you can actually get your foot in and out without unlacing. These made me about 2" taller, for what it's worth. The toe, while very safe, was pretty huge. It was fine but it just seemed a little overkill.

And... no tab in the back for pulling?! Are they crazy?!