I have been using Cabela's wade boots for years. Typically I get about two years of fishing out of them, at an average of 120 fishing days a year. They are very light and comfortable out of the box, but as they get older they become less comfortable due to the wear on the sole. One of the best things about these boots is that you can use felt soles along with the studs provided, which makes walking on the slippery river a lot easier. Although durability is a slight issue because of the two-year life, that's been about the average for every other brand I've tried, so for the price these boots are a great choice for beginners and seasoned river wade anglers. ~Guide Pete Cartwright