I got a pair of Answer Kashmir shoes for giftmas- I love them! I had been suffering along with summer shoes and thick socks and waterproof socks and booties, but they are such a pain and don't keep you warm below 40 or so. I had also tried on the Lakes (didn't fit, hated the lacing system too), the Sidi (fit, but not terribly warm and OUCH! expensive!) and couldn't justify getting either. I'm really, really happy with the Kashmir.