In reply to zephr:
I've gotten a lot longer out of previous outdry footwear than I ever have from any goretex or other membraned stuff. I've got some of the new charmoz but only had them 2 months ...still waterproof so far...watch this space. (3 months tops for goretex footwear to stay waterproof for me normally...I've had over a year out of some outdry trainers so I'm hopeful!) Theyre great to wear tho...I'd definitely recommend them so far.