Since discovering Hi Tec some 15 years ago and found it to be the perfect fit for my size 11 feet (womens) I have stuck to the brand for hiking boots. They are stylish, waterproof, well crafted and a brilliant fit for a broad foot. This is a boot you can walk in all day and not have sore feet; I have never had one blister and they require no breaking in. In recent times I have been unable to source this brand in Western Australia, and when I finally found a store that carried them they were twice the price offered by Amazon. And thanks to Amazons sizing chart the mens size 9 translated perfectly. I have yet to be disappointed by Hi Tec which is why I have found it unnecessary to try other brands. The Altitude rates as the best to date. I cannot recommend this boot highly enough.