I bought a pair last season and, after using them a while, gave them to my son. The arch support failed on the third pack trip and killed my feet. My son likes them but he has flat feet. I'm a big guy, 6'2', 250, add a pack and the boots have to be good ones. I've used the Cabelas Kangaroo boots for years and they work very well for me. They're reasonably priced and the Cabela's guarantee speaks for itself. My last pair lasted six seasons before self-destructing. I bought the Itascas in a moment of weakness.