First... They feel like an expensive pair of sneakers... Very comfortable.

I work Security in some of the worst places around the world including the middle easat, africa and currently PNG... these boots are the best I have ever had.  They stand up to sharp rocks, thorns, (recently a snake), sand, heat and hundreds of miles of walking.  Most of the boots I used over past 10 years lasted me about 3 to 6 months, but these last at least a year before I retire them from daily service; however... I still have all three pairs.

The zipper on the side makes putting these boots no problem.  Try them and you will be pleased.

FOLLOW-UP: It's been 11 months since I wrote the review above and these boots are still holding together... and now they are even more comfortable.  These boots get me through the streams and jungles in the PNG Southern Highlands and over the rocks along the coast outside of Port Moresby... They are a little worn, but no separating of the sole from the upper and no broken threads.  Best boots ever!