I broke down and bought 2 pairs of the GS2s. 30 pounds each, couldn't ask for a better deal. I'll try not to use them given that I have my shinkens but a good investment for the future. Guess I'm not buying boots for the next couple of years. Mizunos are pretty rare over here in Canada as you can't buy them in North America. I get all sorts of questions about my shinkens, and then they are stunned at how light and soft they are!