I have a pair of these:

Merrell Axis 2 Hiking Shoes Mens - SportChek.ca

about a year old, and even with a life of bushwacking, and field walking, they show no appreciablle signs of wear. Good Solid piece of kit.

I need to replace my hightop hikers this year, and will probably go with what STIG recommended.

Thanks for the reminder about how good they are buddy!

T