Hi, I'm new on the site here. I am looking to get a new pair of hiking/backpacking boots. I currently own a pair of Timberland Chocura Hikers, and they are great for short day hikes, I have found that they do not offer the support I need to longer hikes/backpacking trips. I want to get a new pair of boots that are supportive and comfortable.

I am looking at the Asolo Fugitives, I have heard a lot of good things about them from the guys I work with here in Afghanistan. They might work well in the desert, but how are they in the mountains of Utah? That is where i do most of my hiking. Are the Fugitives a good choice, or is there another boot that I should be looking into? I have checked out Vasque, but they seem to have too many quality control issues, I'd rather play it safe.