I have purchased this shoe in several colors over the past 10 years or so and found them to be tough and durable in general.  All the other pairs I bought up to now, I have not had any issue with other than one pair developed an annoying squeak. They have good grip on the trail, ice and snow and my feet stay dry even stepping in slush or puddles. This shoe has always been comfortable right out of the box with no break in required.  I like to wear thicker socks and these shoes in the past have been nice and roomy.  This particular pair fits tighter and the shoelaces keep coming undone.  I wore them on the trail for an hour hike and had to retie them 4 times.  I'm stuck with them now that I have worn them and I'll have to wear them with thinner socks but will not purchase any more shoes in this brand/style.