Highly highly recommend these hiking boots. I wore them right out of the box on a 6 mile hike in loose gravel, water covered trial and uneven terrain. My ankles were completely supported, my steps through running water through the run off  was solid and my feet stayed dry. I have orthotics for over printing and they fit great. I am buying these in another color and the price is fantastic! Ladies these beat Merrils and keen for comfort and stability in my small opinion. I hike year around and happy I found a good boot