I've got some 800 gram LaCrosse Alpha Burleys. I love the boots, but after a few years, the upper has a small gash in it. I think it might be because I leave them in a bag inside of my truck, maybe the UV got to them?? Anyway, For the opener I expect some duct tape or a silicone patch for the burleys, and maybe a pair of Muck boots in a couple weeks. I expect to be fairly broke for a while, I'm supposed to be closing on a house in about a week but just heard that might be delayed by another week...