I own this years pair and have worn last years.. Im not going to lie i'm kinda upset i spent nearly 500 on this years model when I could have saved almost 150-200, you can tell which ones which by the strap which is now red (big shit) and the new shape is slightly less boxy. If you have an unlimited cash flow get this years since you'll be repping expensive boots, otherwise for about the same performance get last years.