After a year and a half of (not daily!!) use these boots soak up water like a thirsty camel!

The soles have almost worn out, there are several cracks that absorb water with every step.

I'm not stepping into puddles, this is just from walking on wet ground.

I even ordered some shoe glue and sealed up all the ones I could see but it was no use.

A 5 minute walk and my socks are SOAKED.

Dear Chrome: either stick to bags or apply the same quality standards we expect of you to your shoes.

These boots are exactly what I wanted for bike commuting in rain and snow. I've used them for 3 Salt Lake City winters now, and they are still holding up great. Socks are always dry. I love how they're also presentable enough to wear with khakis or jeans at work so I don't have to change shoes after a wet commute. They're the perfect balance of heavy duty enough (keep feet dry/warm and not get torn up by medal bike pedals) and stylish enough (don't feel clunky, look good with any pants). My only critique is that "traction" is in the name, but I've found they are actually very slippery on smooth wet or snowy surfaces. Took them hiking in the snow once and was slipping a lot. Not a deal breaker though if you're getting them for bike commuting and light urban walking.

I usually where a 12, but followed the size guide and got 11.5 and they fit perfectly.