>>556009Benefits: lightweight, easier to walk in.
Problems: No ankle support, not as tough, easier blistering.
I personallywear La Sportiva Synthesis Mid Gtx, because they're relatively light, and are not a full boot. I recently took them on a 10 day, 135 mile trip, and they held up well and i didn't blister at all. (Granted, i also wore sock liners and put gold bond on my feet, but whatever)