"These were my 18-year-old's choice--and I feel good that they're waterproof for his rainy days in Portland during his freshman year of college. My son said they're really comfortable, and he liked the look and style of them (very important). I know that Timberland is a good brand, and these will work for local hikes in Portland's Forest Park, as well as hiking across campus to class on the many rainy days to come. So happy we found just what we were looking for at our local DSW."