I think the renegades are the best bowhunting boot out there the gortex has lasted a long time. I have worn though 4 pairs over 12 years. But if I am packing meat I go to my kenetreks when I get back to the truck. We do a lot of walking behind gates on gravel roads and I do switch boots after a few ten mile days. I can get bone bruises because the soles dont handle the big rocks as well as the stiffer soles that's my only complaint.