I ordered these boots a while back, very comfortable climbing with spurs no sore arches,very light compared to my Haix protector pros, though the pros are caulked. Took awhile to break in for walking to get them really flexible at ball of foot but no sore feet or blisters! If your into footlocking the instep of sole is designed for it. I will get another pair in the near future and the service at Hoffmans is top notch!