Sasha, way to go. I think the industry is moving that direction. I got my first pair - Simms Guide Boots - for Christmas and have loved them. I originally posted that I didn't think they were much different than felt, but after about 10 trips I have to admit that they aren't quite as good as felt, and I will probably go to the cleats come Summer. Anyway, I love mine and I'm sure you will too. They are a pleasure to hike in and they don't pick up snow at all.

Kelly.