Not a lot of ankle support with these but they are nice lightweight hiking boots. My wife went with the Salomon Outwards instead and thinks they are much sturdier.I purchased these shoes a month ago for a trip to Iceland. I knew that I needed water proof, durable hiking boots. I tried so many other brands before I found. I was totally hopeless when I received this pair, but I am so glad I kept them. I have worn these boots in the most extreme weather conditions (pouring, relentless rain, muddy ground, major hills and rivers), and I can confidently say that this is the best boot money can buy. It has surpassed my expectations. My friend, who bought a $250 pair of boots, was so jealous as his got wet making him cold and unhappy. I usually wear a 7 1/2 hiking boots but these ran big so I ordered my regular size 7, and they are still roomier than expected.Overall, I give the Vaya boots an A+Just got them today and was worried about ordering an 8 instead of my usual 8.5. I ordered the 8 based on other buyer’s comments and they were totally correct! There’s actually toe wiggle room a half size smaller. Think that they may have over compensated on design/size thinking that feet swell when hiking (which is a valid concern). But these are super comfortable so far on a size 8 and fit like an 8.5. And actually another friend of mine who is an 8.5 usually tried them and said they fit great! Looking forward to hiking now!!I wore them on a hiking trip. At the end of day the back of the left boot was rubbing on my lower Achilles. It was red. Wasn’t too happy.My fourth pair of Salomons but first high top. I do a lot of outdoor walking, in all weather. For the cold wet seasons I wanted something lighter than my Artic Mudd boots, but much more support than my Mudd Chore boots (with 3 inserts!). Have other Solomons for dry spring summer walking. My feet stay warm, dry and supported. I need a large toe box as well as arch support. Usually wear an 8.5 and I do agree that these seem to run larger than my other Solomons and I kinda wished I sized down, but love them none the less! Not sure if they would keep my feet warm in below zero temps, but that's when the Artic Mudd boots shine. :)Son increíbles y hermosas!! Salgo a misiones de trabajo en los territorios más apartados de Colombia y son perfectas para caminar y sentirme segura. Realmente son livianas, muy bonitas, cómodas y la talla perfecta!!These boots are the best hiking boots I've had. They are so comfortable, lightweight, and they fit perfectly. I didn't have time to break them in, but it was no problem. I had no pain in any of the places one might expect if not broken in. I wore them hiking this past weekend on some rough terrain. The traction was great and they proved to be waterproof. I bought the shoes in my size and they fit well. I would recommend them to anyone.These boots are great! Upon receiving them I immediately put them on and went for an 8 mile mountain hike. Very comfortable, well made, light weight, rock gripping awesomeness. No hot spots or rubbing or blisters. Great ankle support. I am a happy hiker! I did order 1/2 size larger than normal. Probably could have been fine with regular size. All good.I purchased these (wife of this account) and they required 0 breaking in. I wore them for 2 hours for my first walk in them, not a single bit of discomfort. Very comfortable, roomy, lightweight. This is my third pair of Salomon shoes or boots, and I've loved all 3 pairs - never a single blister, and I do week long multi day hikes. Love this company for hiking footwear :)I ordered the higher boot for walking in the winter forest paths.Loved the colour. The fit is true to size but I had another lighter version that I just copied the size from.I sometimes where at 9 1/2 so I made sure to look at the size on my other boot and it was a 9 so fingers crossed ordered the 9. Perfect. I think the product will stand up to the same conditions as my former boot. Love them.Die Schuhe sind einfach mega. Angezogen und gepasst. Und natürlich schauen Sie auch noch toll aus. Sie sind nicht besonders schwer, was ich an Wanderschuhen auch als Vorteil empfinde. Ich kann die Schuhe nur empfehlen und Preis Leistung passt auf alle Fälle.An sich ein bequemer Schuh. Mir war die Ferse zu eng dafür hatten die Zehen gut Platz?After receiving the boots, I took them on a short 18km hike up and down hills. They were perfect. Toe front, heel and general fit were really comfortable.