Since I now walk almost a 3/4 mile one way to get to work after getting off the train, I wanted sturdy rainboots. These are solid rubber boots. I wanted to like them since the company is very environmentally responsible. I am a 6.5 wide so bought the 7. They are show part itself is ok. The ankles are stiff and the height cuts me mid calf and was uncomfortable. I ended up buying Bogs and am sending these back.