I've had these boots a few weeks now. The only Reason they are not getting a 5 star is because I cannot vouch for the durability yet.
These boots are excellently built and instantly comfortable, although it did take 2-3 miles of breaking in before the front part of the shoe fit me perfectly.
I decided to add an extra insole to these boots but I always do that as i seem to have quite shallow feet, this is not a reflection on the boot. The lacing system is excellent and I particularly like the locking cleats.
It was dry on my first few walks out with these but earlier this week it really pounded down, I decided it was a good opportunity to test the waterproofing on my new boots. I deliberately waded through long soaking wet grass fields and muddy puddles (my dog thought i'd gone mad!!) and can report that absolutely nothing had got through to my socks.
The sole offers excellent grip and I also find that for a big pair of boots, they don't feel heavy on your feet and your steps feel soft on the ground.
All I expect at this price point really is high quality materials, quality workmanship and 100% waterproofness.
These boots tick all those boxes and look great too.
Hopefully they will last me a few years. If they're still going strong in 2 years time, I'll return and make this review a 5 star.
Well, One year down and boots are still going strong. I've treated them with graingers wax a few times as well as giving them a good clean from time to time but apart from that, they look after themselves. still comfortable, still 100 percent waterproof and still happy i purchased them, so much so in fact that I've just bought a pair of Grisport Everest for my wife. I hope they're as good as these boots are. Up to 4 and a half stars for me!