Amazingly soft nubuck leather and padded nylon inserts ensure that theupper of this Rocky RidgeTop outdoor Hiker is extremely lightweight anddownright comfortable to wear. Although, a very durable feature is theguard that has been strategically placed across the toes to resist abrasions. A lace-up design is a valuable feature to have because it allows your feet to rest securely down inside of the footwear and it gives you the opportunity to adjust the fit.