Im a boot guy. Had many brands in the past.....Vasque, Asolo, ect. I wear them daily for work, as well as do outdoor activities in them. For work and casual use, fine boot, pretty boot. For hiking/backpacking, dont buy them. Esp. for the price, you can get a much, much more durable boot. The soles are soft. Good for comfort, not for feeling every rock on the trail.