UPDATE: Cant say these boots are worth the 40.00. i noticed a squishing sound and found that water has gotten into the boot and it wont dry. now the black sole is starting to come away from the tan part of the boot. i think i have worn these for a total of 10 day hikes in the Maine woods. cant wear them if there is a slight chance of rain or puddles.  Not a bad boot for 40 bucks. feet stayed dry on long shore hike. good support scrambling over boulders and rocks. they would get 4 stars if not for my only complaint that they are tough to tighten up. it has to be the eyelets, they all seem to have a sharp edge and they really grab the laces. it would be fine if it helped keep the laces tight but its the complete opposite. worn them maybe 3 or 4 times and the laces already snapped.