Updated 3/25/18. They snap too, as do the two VG 2 pairs I have. Reinforcement @ the ball of the foot didn't move up far enough, if it did it could prevent it. Merrell will replace them under warranty but I'm not sure if they are covered under warranty. I expect they will. Where the ball of the foot flexes within the net, a fold forms to a point, and this is where both the left and right sides fail. I love the idea of these boots but as far as execution goes the way they are constructed. Spring . I'm all for it. ! ;-)---------------------------------------------- - ----- ------------- So far so good. Yes they are a few millimeters thicker than the Vapor Glove 2 but in my case my feet don't get as cold wearing them in cold climates so far so good. But please, Merrell, don't make them thicker or they won't be as flexible and pliable, which is primarily the purpose of the Vapor Glove. When someone complains that these shoes are "too thin" or "hard" etc., they simply had no idea what they were buying. It's not unlike the few boots currently available, and it's a wonderful thing! I really like her! It's too early to talk about the durability and effectiveness of the buffs. (see above)
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