This is an absolutely awesome boot. I'll tell you the only negative up front. It could use a little more padding on the tongue and around the ankle area. Positive from here. First trip was Mount LeConte and it seemed like I had owned them for years. Zero break in time. The Vibram Hi-Trail Lite sole is great. I have put about one hundred miles of trail wear on these boots and the soles are better now than out of the box. Serious hikers know exactly what I mean. had them in snow for hours on the way up and down Mount Sterling and my feet were always comfortable and the Gore-Tex keeps me dry. I can honestly say I'll buy more Scarpa boots. I'm heading out west this June for some 14er's and I'll be wearing these boots. I love them. I bought Steph a pair for her B-Day and after a lacing issue she is all smiles too.
Happy hiking!