You may want to try Hi-Tec boots, been using them for over 15 yrs,
the latest ones I own are a pair of El Dorado' s Local hiking & overnighters also
Altitude IV( used snow seal on them) used for day- snowshoe treks worked great with gaiters and some 3-5 day backpacking trips.

Little or no break-in time with these boots... Also on the Altitude's you can remove the factory in-soles and put better ones inside for comfort.


Better luck on your next pair of boots.

Mike