My entire family goes hiking and backpacking. I guess that's because we are all involved in Boy Scouts! Recently, my wife told me that her old hiking boots were starting to fall apart. Immediately, I got the hint. Researched the web for the best hiking boots for my price range. We then went to REI to confirm my wife's shoe size and width. Went back on the web to research and find her a great hiking boot. Found it! Bought it. Now my life is happy, 'cause my wife is happy.