Tim, you are spot on about LeChameau boots. Until I bought mine with the gusseted full length zipper, I couldn't keep my feet dry despite buying boots made with Goretex. My high instep prevented wearing other rubber boots for years. I've worn them the past two winters woodcock hunting and one spring season chasing gobblers and they are the most comfortable boots I've had. Not snakeproof, but I'll probably wear gaiters on the outside this spring gobbler season. Gil