I bought these in January in anticipation of a hard snowy winter. At first I thought I had the wrong size but then I noticed That I had forgotten to remove my slippers before trying them on I have worn them around the house and I must say thatthey are really waterproof my feet did not get wet when i Walked from my lounge to my front door and back! The laces are strong and hold really well When I tie them. The sole has a grip wonderfil Which helps me when I a walk and Prevents me from falling over. They are a bit big for my bicycle peddles but other than that a wonderful pair of boots for the snow When Actually Comes!