I wanted to replace my "standard" hiking boots (not suitable for crampons) because the old ones were really very old. Then I searched and tried for a while until I ended up with these. After more than 1 year of experience in more than 30 mountain tours with these shoes, the conclusion is very positive. At the beginning there are small blisters in the heel area, but they quickly disappear. Would buy the shoes again at any time, I am very satisfied with them.