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And this is exactly what the Gore-Tex membrane does provide: breathing ability...As a bonus, your toes don't sweat on hot days because the leather can actually breathe a bit.
And this is exactly what Gore-Tex is not providing...If you LIKE wearing plastic membranes, then slip your foot in a Ziploc baggie.
I run around in ankle-high Lowa Gore-Tex trekking boots the whole day long, if that membrane wouldn't work, I certainly wouldn't wear such boots...