I think they're awesome. I've used them a ton hunting chukkars in NV, deer in NV and various other states, stags in New Zealand, and all types of critters in AZ (deer, javelina, quail, bear).
They are cooler than Gore-tex boots and very supportive and hard soled for the mountains, plus zero break in time was required for me. I have a couple pairs of Lowa's thanks to my first pair of Banff's and although the dog has chewed on them and they have been through a lot, I still wear them all the time.
