Purchased these boots two days ago at REI. Given I'm a pretty cautious boot shopper and REI allows you to try 'em and if you don't like 'em, return them, I've tromped around hard in these Lowas for two days, side hilling, steep ascents/descents, snow, ice, water. My foot is narrow at the heel, wide below the toes, high arch. No break in time at all. However, to lock my heel in I had to tighten up the laces to the point of hurting on the top bridge of my foot. Thus, the quandy - loose heel, comfortable top of foot, or snug fit on heel and sore top of foot. I'll be taking them back tomorrow. That aside, however, they grip fairly well on snow/ice once they acclimate to cold temps. Roomy inside the toe box. I used an REI insert for extra support - seemed to help. They're worth a look. No water leakage. Little more flex in the sole than I'm used to. Nice and light.

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Much appreciative of REI's willingness to work with you/take boots back if they don't work for you. Worth an extra buck or two if it helps you get the right fit for the long run.

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I just bought these and went on a day hike the same day. There was no break-in time at all. Very comfortable right from the get go. They fit my feet like no other boot has fit before - Amazing! I have long narrow feet, so I am not sure how people with very wide feet would find these. They kept me dry after walking miles in the snow, and there wasn't a sign of sweat anywhere. They are super-light, but feel very sturdy. I guess the real review should come in a year or two, I just wanted to put my 2 cents in. Very, Very impressed. They were on sale at REI for $119, so I think I got a decent deal.

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