i wear LOWA's which are army assault boots and are basically shin high slippers expensive but comfy. They can be heavy but ive spent the last 3 years wearing them for their intended use and once you are used to them you can do anything you can in any other trainer etc. And they are rediculously tough, full gore tex, and provide loads of ankle support. I prefer the comfort of them in comparison to normal trainers. But thats just me.