I use to sell hunting boots, IMO Rockys are not very good. The shank does not offer good support. It's been a few years so not sure if they have changed or not. Take the toe of the boot in one hand and the heel of the boot in the other and twist. They bend like a hula girl doing the limbo. No support. And all the footwearclinics I have sat through seemed to support this and agree. This isjust my opinion and if guys are happy with them then thats all that counts. I happen to be a huge fan of Danner and it's all I wear, 4 pairs from the Trophys, Pronghorns, Grouse,to the Mountain lights and have really been impressed. Water proof every year for the last 5 years.