These boots rock! They are very well made, nice soft leather so theirs no break in period needed as you would in a firmer leather boot.  Because it has a little height to it in the rear, you may need a nice cushion insert for the balls of your feet.  (I did!)  Pop the inserts in and these boots turned to "slippers"!!! VERY comfortable!!!  The main reason I bought these boots is because my other boots were not gripping as well.  For a biker, this is VERY important!  Stepping down on an oil slick or some sand in the road in the wrong boots can cause major damage to your bike.  If you look at the soles of these boots they are very thick and they do grip well.  They also give you another inch in height if you don't have secure footing at a stop.  They are very light weight so it doesn't feel as if you are carrying around concrete blocks on your feet.  I love them and about to buy the brown ones as well.