Replying to OFFICIAL HOT DOGGER V. DROP KICK?

Looking to upgrade from last years spk 75's. Looking at either the 2012 hot doggers or drop kicks. Just looking for some intel in which I should buy, pros cons ect.. Also right now I run a 26.5 and they fit just about perfect, maybe a tiny tight with thick socks. I basically want to not buy another boot within the next 2 years what so ever and I might grow a tad more. So basically help me out, ehat model in what size? Thanks.