These boots are very comfortable right out of the box.  They seem well made and I am enjoying hiking the trails with them.  I like the waterproof GoreTex feature although I haven't walked through wet and snow yet but who wants wet socks!  I hadn't ever worn Salomon boots before and picked these based upon the features and the positive reviews which were right on.  I highly recommend these.  Sizing feels true to my normal shoe size.