>>1091403 pairs of shoes, 2 pairs of boots. Getting ready to order a third pair of Boots to replace the 12 year old Chameleons. Wore Sawtooth on mission in Iraq. Wear Trail Gloves during summer. Would suggest the Chameleon as a mid-weight hiker with excellent support and rock protection, with good water proof for most things that hikers do, provided you don't submerge the top. I wear them because they are comfortable out of the box, fit well, wear for many years and don't fall apart.