I am looking for some really good all purpose boots. I don't do anything too hardcore, but I'd like them to be as versatile as possible. I'd like them to be good in the snow, but also good hikers. Is this way too much boot for me?

with the little or no breakin you'll be impressed with the comfort. they are very comfy and easy to hike in. stay away from the makalu, i did that boot for 8 years and that was way too long. i believe part of breaking in a boot is also your foot being comfortable and getting use to the boot. if you wear dansko you know what im talking about, your foot molds to the clog not the other way around.

I use these boots for everything! They're great for anything hardcore you want to throw at them but I use them for all of my regular hiking, backpacking, etc. If you talk to the folks at Sportiva they'll tell you that they designed these boots to handle everything but especially for major alpine ascents and ice climbing. Are they too much boot?......not in my opinion. They're the best of any world you're trying to trek through. I can't really say enough about them.....they're my absolute favorite gear in my collection.Hope that helps.