I didn't have a bundle to drop on boots, and I had been using some mountaineering boots I loved. Since they were good for snow and ice and quite warm and supportive, I found them decent boots for approaching hunting areas and warm enough for sitting. But quiet boots must be soft boots, which means if you walk far, your feet will be fatigued. Last season I hunted in a pair of old Sorel snow boots my wife bought me years ago. In my opinion, they aren't supportive enough or warm enough for snow adventures, but they were the PERFECT BOOT for hunting blacktails. Soft, quiet, warm enough for tree stands, but not good for long marches. My feet were never cold or wet.