I bought these 6" boots specifically for summer, as they are lightweight compared to my Red Wings. Also, the side zipper has made putting on the boots a snap. Pros: Lightweight, durable and comfortable. Cons: Hot and the zipper on one of the boots wore out in less than a year. I paid around $85 for these so they aren't a lot of money. I could have stopped using the zipper, but the ease of putting the boots on was one of the attractions to purchasing them. But as for what I used them for which was working on construction sites, I'd rather spend $150 for a pair of 6" Red Wings that will last me for many years.