I have a pair of Rockys that I have had for about 3 years... no complaints here. Although, I highly recommend Vasque. They are the hiking line of Red Wings. Hands down best boots I have ever owned. The used to make a heavy duty mountaineering boot that I bout in 1998 for just under $300. Lasted me till 2008 when the sole rotted off. I wore them backpacking all across the PNW, I lived in the things, only took them off to sleep and in 32 days I was the only one ina group of 30 that did not get blisters. I just wish they still made the model I bought.