I've taken these boots on two hiking trips and put on them around 50 miles at the time of this review. These boots are AWESOME. Keep your feet snug at the ankle, preventing your foot to rub and cause blisters. I have not had one blister on my feet on any of my hiking trips. I've hiked in the snow, mud and in hot and humid weather, these boots are amazing in all conditions. They really keep water out, but your feet do not feel as if they were suffocating. The wide heel gives your feet stability and absorbs all the impact while hiking, saving your feet from getting fatigued. I absolutely love these boots.