These boots more than met my expectations!  I was pleasantly surprised how well they actually do in snow!  I live in California but we get snow about ten days each winter and it quickly turns to ice on the walkways.  These boots have never let me slip yet, and they are very warm and comfortable from the first wearing.  I'm 57 and usually wear only shoes with good arch support.  These boots have good support and my feet have never been sore from them.