I used to do a lot of snoe shoeing before I got proficient with backcountry skiing. DH and I used to go out on both days on the weekend and go 6 to 12 miles. We are lucky enough to live in CO where there are so many places to explore. I have the atlas shoes with the ratcheting adjustments. These are great and I can get them pretty tight on my boots. I wouldn't recommend tightening them too much if you wear leather boots as you can cut of your circulation a bit and your feet will get cold. I wear plastic boots that I use for ice climbing. My feet have never stayed so warm