I'm a boomer so my feet are ... well, older. So I need a boot with ankle support, a sole made for hiking moderately rough ground and plenty of ventilation. The Vasque Breeze has all 3 and I really like my high tops. Couldn't ask for a better boot for hiking over moderate ground, especially good for following a quick pace leader. The sole is medium stiff -- easy to move in but they don't have that wiggly tennis shoe feel. If you are hiking rocky ground you'll probably need a rock boot. I haven't had a bit of trouble with these but they'll probably tear up in a scree pile. Its hard to believe how much value you get for the price. The only thing I don't like is the shouting white logos so I just took a marker to them and Voila! - stealth top dawg hikers!