I have 2 pair of the Higgins diced hose which I wear a total of 5 or 6 times a year. Yes they are half the price of custom hose, but I have found them most servicable and comfortable. After use, I hand wash them and lay them flat to dry. Fortunately they fitted me well when purchased , but I would not be pulling hard on them, to stretch higher on the leg, if they were a bit short, as I could see them not fairing well. Overall for the price is reasonable and I am happy with the wear I get from them