text: So, the color of this boot is truly exceptional. They run 1 size large as compared to the asics running shoes I wear. The problem for me has been build quality in regards to the stitching on the top toe of each shoe. I have ordered two pairs now in an effort to get a set of matching shoes and both times the stitching has been irregular and unsymmetrical, in addition one shoe had a horrible lump on the insole. Amazon has been great about the returns. If I could get a top quality pair of these shoes I would pay full retail price for them, unfortunately I think they are factory seconds.