Last pair I bought was a pair of the insulated Meindl Perfekt 10 Hunters. Was NOT impressed. Quite stiff sole, and wore a hole in the toe area of the soles after 2 years in Arizona's rocks. Squeaky bastards too.
This year I think I'm going with Danner Pronghorns. They were on sale for $100. Very comfortable. Going to try poly sock liners and wool socks with them. If they last the year, I'm more than happy.