These are great boots for moderate winter wear. They are a bit too low for stomping through deep snow and I thought they needed one more lace loop before the top hook. It would prevent the collar from spreading too much when walking...at least that's my analysis. Insulation kept my feet warm and dry.  The Ice treads are amazing. Thought they might be a lot of hype, but turns out they pretty much work! Can still fall on your butt in very slick ice, but I was surprised by their grip under icy ground and pavement.  I added a pair of YakTrack Pros to the boot and could easily walk over a frozen lake.