text: these boots were good for their purpose, I liked that they were slimmer than the traditional muck boots and I could fit them in a stirrup to ride if needed. They did fall apart after a year beyond repair. Holes began above the reinforced heel on the back of the boots and quickly became large holes. I also found that my feet would sweat in them and that would make my toes colder. I bought different insoles that helped with this issue but still had to let them dry in a warm room overnight and be careful in below freezing temps to not get frost bite. I used these boots for barn chores, running errands, and occasionally riding but preferred to change into riding boots for a better feel and use of a spur as my spurs didn't fit well on these boots.