If I could find a decent pair of boots it wouldn't be so bad. But boot manufacturers only seem to make boots with straight lasts now, which just don't fit right. (my feet are 11 1/2 6E with high arches) I have to wear size 13 boots, and then that makes my feet very uncomfortable on long walks because the arch support is in the wrong place. I had a pair custom made, but they were very expensive and shrunk after getting wet so now they don't fit anymore. I can't afford to keep doing that! In the fall while it's still dry, I often hunt in New Balance running shoes (the only company that makes shoes I can wear).