Purchased for my husband to replace his last pair of Columbia's that finally blew out (after intense usage!).  We've found that Columbia hikers offer great support, waterproofing and traction at an extremely affordable cost. After ~ 1 week of break in, this pair of boots is the only footwear my husband wants to wear now. Side note: he has flat feet and can have difficulty finding supportive footwear that doesn't cause pain; these have great arch support for him and keep his feet from becoming fatigued. The color is lighter than it appeared in the picture, but goes well with shorts and jeans, from summer to winter.