I've worn Bean Boots on and off for over 40 years.

The rubber bottom don't provide much support, so your foot has room to move around unless you buy a set of orthotic inserts to cushion and stabilize your foot. Also, because they are rubber, your feet will sweat unless you spray them with antiperspirant before you put your wool, never cotton, socks on.

The "chain" tread pattern isn't very deep. so it doesn't provide a lot of traction on mud/snow/ice, and because it is soft rubber, the soles wear quickly in dry conditions.