There's nothing like these shoes, and that's a positive thing
You won't find anything else quite like these shoes. Firm yet cushy; supportive yet flexible; a built-in sock that manages to stay clean. For me, this shoe is a home run.Do some homework before you buy. For starters, the pricing is all over the place. You can pay anywhere between $80 and $200 for the exact same shoe. Amazon alone has several listings all over the pricing map.Also, these are great hiking shoes, but some of the color combinations are way too out-there if you're a nature photographer like me. The ones with the seemingly innocuous gray tops glow like the sun in daylight. The black-dominant ones are best for nature.The fit and finish are both superb. This is a high-quality shoe. It's well-assembled and tough. Good-looking, too.Walking feels very natural. The shoe has a slight incline that propels the walker but stays balanced for hiking uneven terrain. The cushioning is excellent from heel to toe. Ankle support is surprisingly good for a shoe that's not quite a boot. The integrated sock fits tight and is further supported by a hard collar below.Several posters complain about how difficult the shoe is to put on, with the tight sock and all. Someone said it took several minutes. Yes, the first few times it's like putting on a ski boot, not a lot of fun. I timed my first try at 15 seconds, which is an eternity compared with the 2-3 seconds for a normal mid-rise boot. I've gotten it down to 5-7 seconds as the shoe has broken in a bit, no big deal.Adidas makes a waterproof version, but this ain't it. However, they manage light rain quite well, and mud cleans off easily. Adidas also has a YouTube video that gives you tips for easy cleaning.Bottom line is that these sturdy, comfy, lightweight boots are my favorite nature photography shoes ever. Thumbs up!