Right out of the box comfortable and true to size. Used to hike over 50 miles in New Hamphshire's White Mountains and kept feet comfortable, supported and most of all DRY!!!!....Still going strong as of 6/18/2013! Although this will most likely be the last trip to the Whites for these boots...adding on another 50+ miles of rather rough hiking over rock and mountain, the tread had gone by the wayside. Will be getting another pair of the same as quite happy with fit/durability and comfort.