Wow, I can't believe that I didn't see this post before now. Not sure if anyone who visited this thread 2 years ago is interested, but I'll keep it alive anyway.
I just received a pair of the Aerostich "Combat Lite Boots" as a Christmas present from my wife. Here's a pic:
Michael's post is not entirely correct -- as you can see from the picture, there is a really simple lacing system inside the leather front flap. Simply grab the laces, pull them up to tighten, cinch down the lace "lock" thingy, and tuck the excess string inside the front flap. Takes about 10 seconds to don each boot (from start to finish).
Unfortunately, it's very cold and snowy here, so I will have to wait 'til March or April to do some road testing on these boots. But they look great and fit my size 12 feet very well.
I'll write a "gear review", once I've had a chance to break 'em in and ride some miles.