For hiking this boot just can't be beat. I have hiking muddy wet Appalachain trail and the dusty rocky Grand Canyon trails with these things! They don't slip or faulter on smooth rock faces. They are supportive around the ankle and the rest of the foot. You don't feel individual rocks, stones or sticks from thw bottom when walking. I have very hot sweaty feet but even in the mid summer humidity of the east I don't have a problem with my feet getting overly hot or sweaty. They hold your foot like a comfortable glove and don't let your foot slide around. The toe box is larger so your toes don't get smashed from the front during descents.

I wear these for work (construction), yard work, hiking, basically anything.

Ive worn all brands hiking boots. Adidas, salomon, etc. And these are the best.

The only downside is they don't look the greatest but its functionality over aesthetics. These are a little tough, not overly inconvenient, getting on and off od your feet but its because they hold your foot so well.