These are great shoes!  Very comfortable from the start.  I work part time as a Park Ranger and have put many miles on these shoes.  They do not show any wear, stress or cracks.

Other reviewers suggest that you buy 1/2 size larger than your regular size.  They are 100% correct.

The only small drawback are the shoe strings.  I couldn't keep them tight.  They would start to loosen the moment they hit the ground.  Replacing the shoe laces solved the problem immediately.  Be sure to order some quality laces when you order these terrific hiking shoes!