I am pleased overall with these boots for the low price paid, but it took some uncomfortable hours on trails to figure out that they were not stabilizing my foot position within the boot. They are too wide by just enough to allow my foot to slide forward, banging my toes with each step when descending. With very bulky socks, and taking care to tighten the laces firmly, the problem is reduced to where they serve well. Be careful about width when ordering, and you should obtain a hiking boot you like.