I bought a pair of Salomon X Tempo last year to walk the Camino de Santiago, and loved them so much that when they needed replacing, I was determined to get a specific pair of Salomons. The Chester branch didn't have them in stock in my size, but the very knowledgeable assistant invited me to try some similar boots and also a few other brands, to make sure I made the right decision. As soon as I tried these I knew they were right for me. They are stable, comfy straight out of the box, lightweight, with great suspension for road walking as well as good grip on rocky ground. A good quality boot, I can't wait to go walking in them!