Comfortable right out of the box! I have wider feet and the fit was good. I replaced the insole with Superfeet to prep for backpacking and give more support. Just the right amount of support, flex,& sturdy sole in lighter shoe. Have done 3 weeks of trail walking and backpacked one weekend with no problems. After spraying two times cannot get them waterproofed - too much mesh. But cooler for feet and shoud dry quickly. Called manufacturer and it does have built in shank for underfoot protection. A great bargain for this sale price. Lisa in Maryland

Used these socks on packpacking trip this weekend and they were great. Soft and just the right amount of thickness and cushion for my shoe. I would consider this a light/medium sock. In 90 degree heat they dried easily on lunch break. NO BLISTERS even on rocky, steeper trail that I was not really ready for. I did not use a liner sock because there was not enough spare room in my shoe. I purchased the cream so ticks could be spotted easily. Lisa in Maryland

These shoes look like they live up to all the hype of British company Inov8. Toe cap has very sturdy material and sole looks good too. Super light weight but has underfoot plate protection. I only wish the pair I ordered would have fit. They were not a keeper for me, had to return. I have a wide foot. But if you have a normal width you'll be set. I recommend giving them a try! I've read many positive reviews on performance. Really good looking shoe too. Can only give 4 out of 5 stars since I did not use product.

Purchased this bag for my daughter (to upgrade gear for AT hike) and she raves about the stretchy comfort! A better nights sleep. Very light weight, high quality. Packs down smaller than any full size bag I've ever seen. True to temp. rating is rare also. She is a cold sleeper so will use bag in spring, fall, and summer also. Definitely one of the premium bag manufacturers out there. When you compare: weight, temp. ratings, compressed size and going ultralight this is one of the standouts! Worth the investment! Protect with silk or other liner when using, store always in loft bag. I would not use in unprotected ground area with out good tarp or tent as material looks as if it would snag easily.