The Vans Infuse boots are worn by some of the best in the industry. All mountain/back country riders appreciate the versatility that these boots offer. They are stiff enough to get the responsiveness needed on steep terrain or high speeds without sacrificing comfortability. If they are too stiff for jibs, street, or park, the boots feature removable tongue stiffeners that offer a custom flex for whatever the situation calls for. They feature 5 different measures of closure - Pull string liners, lace up, boa, zipper, and a shin strap. Vans created the pop cush insoles to help absorb any chatter or big landings. They do great in hiking situations because of the traction and custom fit. I cant recommend these boots enough for the all mountain ripper.