I have bad feet, an unstable right ankle, and an extremely unstable left ankle. I also wear a 14EE. I needed a boot that would help prevent further sprains and damage to my left ankle. I researched and decided on this boot due to it's overall stability (even though you'd never get me to repel more than ten feet and even that seems unlikely). There wasn't a place within 100 miles that carried this specialized boot, let alone one in my size, so I had to take a leap of faith and order them online. These boots fit right out of the box. They feel so stable that it is as if I have new ankles! I'm on my feet for six to ten hours a day and these boot feel so solid that wear shouldn't be a problem. Despite the weight, the energy transfer of the sole and shank make them feel almost athletic. I've had several brands of boots over the years and these boots are by far the best I've worn, both in comfort and in stability and overall quality. Awesome boots!