i came here 3 years ago with Birkenstock sandals. it was December, so wool socks and Birkenstock sandals...the sandals were second hand and so, worn already, a little slick soled . but i was determined to stay with them tho Jenny was not convinced and sure i needed boots with good traction when doing the Goat work on a wet California HILL. No desert no more. I was resistant but they arrived, these boots and sure enough, she was right. They made all the difference in the world. I have worn them everyday since. Yesterday the crack became a wide Smile on the front of the right foot boot. This is the first time in my life that i have worn out footwear. That says something.