These are some solid boots. I wore them every day in public safety/security, and put about 40 miles a week on them. They are comfortable, not like walking on a pillow but lighweight and cushioned enough to facilitate reasonably quick running when needed. The sole affords good traction even in wet diamond steel, and the boot comes high enough on the ankle to offer decent support. I went to these after wearing 8-10 inch boots for the last 5 years, and they are a great alternative for warm weather if you can wear a shorter uniform boot. The only think I don't care for is the zipper, as the are too stiff and don't work well with the leather. I have worn other side zips from Bates, Original Swat, and New Balance when they made a uniform boot and liked all of those, but Ridge missed it on these. Overall the Dura-max is a solid uniform or service boot and you cannot beat this price anywhere.