I gave the boot a rating of 2 because I like the quality and the look of the boot even though I am not able to wear them. I purchased them based on a reviewer's statement that she has 17" calves and these boots fit her. My calves are 17" and there is absolutely no way these boots will zip over them--not even close. I would say don't buy these if your calves are more than 14". When I returned these, even the seller said this boot is the most returned style for fit.