text: These boots were purchased for me about a month ago and I've worn them a total of three times. Twice around the office to wear them in and once for a hike up Mt. Katahdin to really test them out. Total mileage of about 15 miles. While they were very comfortable and looked great, I noticed that there was a hole on the right boot's toe box where the stitching had come apart after the hike. It's right where the rubber meets the fabric where the toes bend. I contacted Salomon customer support and was notified that &#34;the damage was the result of normal wear and tear.&#34; So they're telling me that my $170 &#34;fully waterproof hiking sneaker&#34; is rendered no longer waterproof after one hike up to Baxter Peak. Buyer beware. This seems to be a common issue with this particular boot.