20 Best Waterproof Boots For Walking (2023 Updated)

I literally researched about garden boots and this brand came up as ones of the most recommended ones. Then I found out that zulily had them on sale. The package took almost two weeks to arrive, so this is not for impatient people.

When I finally got them in my hands, I was pleased with the quality of the boots: the perfect sole to prevent sliding on the mud, sturdy toe box and heel to prevent hits when working around your garden, a little bit heavy but that just makes them great as garden boots.

Although they would work well as rain boots, my sense is that these are made for work -garden/outdoors work. The sole is not flexible and seems sturdy. There’s a detachable tag with the temperature that you’re protected against and it’s 65 F or 18 C, that means, these are not for winter.

They have detachable insoles for you to clean them easily; comfortable to wear, definitely beautiful. You can fold down the neoprene shaft and use them as booties and they look pretty with a Muck logo, visible only when you actually fold down the shaft.

Then the booties are just green, no veggies visible, just the Muck logo. Why just 4 stars? Because they are way too large. I usually wear 8. 5 and when there’s no middle size available, if I size down, shoes won’t fit.

That’s why I order number 9 and they are waaay too large. I suspect even 8 will be perfect and not a potential 8. 5. Unfortunately, I have to return them, and there’s the possibility that I won’t find them available from this brand, when I finally get my zulily credit, after they receive the boots back and process everything, since they don’t make refunds and I don’t want to pay again.

I’m sure I would have loved them till the last day of my life if I could just keep them.

I was thrilled with these boots when I first got them – warm, robust-feeling, well-soled and very comfortable. They were also easy to get on and much less hassle than full-length wellies. I wanted to use them for gardening and dog-walking in bad weather, and initially they seemed perfect for my uses.

But. less than a year later (and after only moderate use), I suddenly became aware that the sock on my right foot was damp when I took the boots off. I dismissed it at first as perspiration, until, after a particularly muddy session, my right sock was also mud-stained.

Close inspection revealed that the crease formed in the boots above one’s toes when one kneels or squats while gardening had caused the rubber to split and was now leaking. Although disappointed with this development, I continued to use them while being careful to never walk in mud or water deep enough to get the top of the foot wet.

Although somewhat limiting, this was generally manageable, until I then discovered that the same boot was now leaking just above the sole, and getting the edge of my right foot wet/muddy. Inspection has shown that the seam between the moulded sole and the part covering the foot had parted, and now lets in water.

This has happened in a part of the boot that doesn’t seem to suffer any stresses from movement during use. Is it a coincidence that both failures occurred in the same boot (while it’s partner remains intact)? Was it simply a rather poorly made boot that slipped through insufficient quality-control? Who can say.

My Muck boots are now dry weather-only boots, which rather defeats the whole point of them. Very disappointing, and I have no intention of spending that much on another pair, seeing as I can get a similar performance with superior durability far cheaper.

I fail to take off house shoes when headed to the garden or mail box. Then shoes get muddy. Time to try Muck Boots. Had to order them at TractorSupply. com as they were not stocked in my local store.

Ordered a 10 though I wear 9. 5. Added thicker sock and wore them the better part of a Saturday working in the woods. Lost count of how many wheelbarrow load of soil and mulch I moved. Surprised by secure footing controlling full wheelbarrow down slopes and pushing empty wheelbarrow back up slopes.

Have used them with rain gear as it is just so simple to slip my foot in and out. No shoelaces to slow you down. Heavy socks barely fit in my mocks so then I have to reach for shoe horn. Can be in and out of Muck boots in not time.

I do have a narrow foot so counted on heavy socks. May experiment with adding to provided insole. Not looked at that option yet. Happy with my new purchase.

Finally a shoe that fits. I’ve tried 4-5 brands of hiker’s for daughter so nice she was about 12 and she always complained the didn’t feet right. Now 19, she is moving to AK, so having quality is a priority.

We went to sporting store, again, and tried on 7-8 pairs and a Columbia pair fit, but what was in stock was more a hunting boot. but we had a size and, being older, she realized that it was the arch that did not fit in keen, vasques, rocky or the Walmart hikers.

We ordered these and after keeping them on 10 minutes, she asked if she could wear them all the time. THAT is the statement that says it all. Her everyday foot wear has be converse all these years, and didn’t enjoy hiking or hunting near as much in other hikers because her feet hurt, and she always opted to wear her converse, which have limitations when hiking on uneven rocky terrain.

I can’t tell you how happy we are that after 7 years, we finally found a hiker that fits comfortably and has all day comfort. I did add silicone repellant to the fabric weave area and seal oil to the boot leather, as stated these are going to be daily wear in AK.

And because they are on sale, I’m ordering a second pair for a Christmas present.

I love these boots. I find they fit and feel like good quality tennis shoes. I have 3 pairs because they fit well and are comfortable and wear much better than tennis shoes. I should mention though as someone else pointed out, if you do not use the top lace guides push them closed with pliers!! This is very important!! I also was tripped by the loop of the lace on the right foot catching in the eye on the inside of the left boot.

(I do not use the top lace guides) I slip my feet into my boots without lacing each time so I have them loose at the ankle. I do not need the ankle support, but I like that they are tall for keeping water out of the boot and ankle protection.

I waterproof them with silicone to protect them and they have always kept my feet dry in wet environments. I have a pair of 7. 5 to wear with light weight socks in the summer. That is what size I wear in tennis shoes.

I also have a pair of 8. 5 to wear with medium socks. I recently bought a pair of 9’s to wear with really heavy socks. I do replace the stock insoles with more padded ones and they fit fine. I have somewhat wide feet and often purchase wide shoes, but the regular width on these fits me fine.

My goddaughter in New York recommended these boots after reading very good reviews about them knowing I was struggling to choose new ones. The actual boot is very comfortable and fits well. I was told by a podiatrist to always buy a size larger in a trainer and walking boot so I purchased a 5 although my normal shoe size is 4.

On my second wearing I got a blister on my ankle above my heal, I have very sensitive feet so wasn’t surprised, the ankle cuffs are a little hard. I did however read a review that advised wearers to watch a YouTube video on how to tie laces properly on walking boots.

I found a Trekkit video and was amazed at how differently they advise how to tie laces than I tie mine. I’m waiting for my blister to heal before trying this technique but I’m confident that it will make a big difference.

Overall I think the boots are comfortable, subject to more breaking in, they look good and seem to be waterproof as I walked in puddles without a problem. 10 out of 10 after a few more wears I’m confident.

True to size to slightly shorter boot, but the overall comfort level could improve. At half the price of my Tims, i would still consider the purchase a great value. The rugged outsole provides excellent traction on various surfaces.

I specifically purchased the boots for my job as a frontline Sup at the Big Brown Machine. Overall, i am satisfied with my purchase.

I’ve been searching EVERYWHERE for a pair of hiking boots to replace the ones I wore for 20+ years. Normally I wear a women’s size 9 wide, but couldn’t find a nice boot in that size. On a whim I decided to try these boots, and I’m so glad I did!! This boot fits perfectly and has room for my wide foot, plus socks.

It’s nicely made and looks great. Now comes the true test; how long will these boots last. I’m recovering from knee replacement surgery and needed a boot with support and a strong with good treads. So far, this boot fits the bill, and it was on sale!!.

I finally got my husband to agree to try Skechers; he loved the first two pair. This last pair was not available in his correct size, so I bought a size larger. He says they make his feet hurt due to incorrect sizing.

Otherwise, the shoes are perfect.

Was worried about width as Merrell sometimes runs narrow. Ordered a half-size up to accommodate wool socks, fit is great for average widths. Feet were starting to heat up within a minute or two, so pretty sure they’ll be great this winter.

Very light. Reserving the 5th star until I can comment on durability and winter performance.

Altitude sport performed well. I received my purchase on time and I was happy with customer service. The boot meets my expectations and keeps my foot warm and dry. I experienced hours of walking in the snow and I was satisfied.

Despite having 200 gr of insulation (which makes it warm) it is relatively light weight and appropriate for long hours of walking.

So comfortable! I love very much these boots. They are very light and very cute.

Great value, fairly comfortable once you get walking (a little high around the ankle). Walking the dog through meadows and fields, nice to come home with dry feet! Tip: pull the laces tight starting at the toe end and work along as these are quite wide fitting, with ‘normal’ tying of laces, they became loose after a short distance.

Well made boots, I am normally a 9 but have to order a 10 in walking boots as theres not always half sizes. First wear these felt big but I cured this by adding my insoles from the old boots. This also helped cushioning as I could feel rocks through the sole.

Only other points are that the laces are ridiculously long and the tread on the sole allows sideways slips on mud (which is bad here). Overall good value for the offer price.

Worn for less than 1. 5 hrs for a gentle dog walk through woods. Had sore & swollen ankles & extremely painful soles of feet. I was so relieved when I could take them off. The sizing of boots is generous & they felt really comfortable when I 1st put them on at home.

When worn out I noticed that they are very lightweight & flexible. Because they are so flimsy they have no support for the ankle or the arches of the foot so do not offer any stability when walking on any uneven ground.

The soles are so thin I could feel every stick, stone or piece of rough ground I stepped on making them very uncomfortable. I returned them.

I have one flat foot and one high arch, so finding comfortable shoes is a problem. So far, Columbia has delivered for me. I’ve only had these Redmonds for a few weeks, but already: I wore them for 24 hours straight on a long international trip involving two long-haul flights, standing in security lines for an hour and a half, plus a half-hour dash from one end of a sprawling airport to the opposite end to catch my flight.

I didn’t take the shoes off once during that trip. These shoes stayed comfortable on my feet and didn’t bind or feel tight even when my feet swelled during the flights. Then I wore them on a weekend hiking trip in the mountains, involving scrambling over rocky terrain and through wadis (dry riverbeds) full of thorny plants.

These shoes are tough, have great grip, yet lightweight and don’t make my feet sweat. They kept my feet comfortable, no matter the conditions I put them through. I highly recommend them!.

I am a dogwalker who is out in the slush and snow and ice and cold all winter, making sure my client dogs get out for fresh air and exercise. The most important gear in my outfit is footwear, and I must say, these Redmond III Waterproof Hiking Shoes are by far the best foorweat I have come across in morethan 17 years of dogwalking! They are heavy enough to give a sense of stability, but not clunky in any way.

They are warm–I walked dogs in temps below 20 degrees today and my feet stayed perfectly comfortable. I especially love the non-marking soles–you don’t see those very much anymore! I am so grateful that many of Columbia’s womens shoes come in sizes up to a 12 (my size) and wide widths.

it doesn’t matter how great a shoe is if it doesn’t fit. The price, by the way, was stunningly reasonable, as they were on sale. They were shipped promptly and overall, I was delighted with every aspect of this transaction.

No need to go looking for Columbia products on other websites. I got the best price, selection, size, and service coming directly to the Columbia site. Thank you for a great sturdy shoe, warm toes, and happy dogs.

I needed a pair of light weight walking shoes for getting in my steps and attending the grandkid’s baseball games. My wife and I have long been fans of Columbia Performance clothing. I saw these shoes on sale and decided to order a pair from the website.

I normally wear a 10. 5 Wide, but that size was a little tight in the width. I re-ordered the shoes in an 11 Wide and they fit perfectly! I recommend ordering a half-size up. I have not worn these shoes for an extended period yet, but they are comfortable right out-of-the-box and I anticipate little, if any, break-in.

The shoes are stylish and well-made. I am looking into logging many miles with these low-cut trail shoes!.

Have had these for just under a year now and have very few complaints. We walk every weekend so they get plenty of wear and have yet to show signs of that aside from getting dirty! Very comfortable to walk in over any surface whether grass or rocky crags as the grip is quite good as well.

They’re not waterproof; water reistant to the rain and we’ve walked through streams without too much issue but the tongue isn’t waterproof at all and after a certain amount the mesh will also not stop anymore water.

Other than that they’re still my go-to pair for hiking because of their comfort. No need to size up or down as they fit quite well in my normal size (6).

First time I have seen or tried Regatta walking shoes. Purchased my usual size 3 and they are a perfect fit – really comfortable from the first walk in them and very springy underfoot. Bought whilst on clearance price so really happy with these shoes!! Not sure about buying again, unless on clearance, as appear very expensive at full price.

However, it will be interesting to see how well they perform over the next 6 months and that might change my mind pricewise.

I’ve only worn these twice, once during a 3 mile walk in the wet and mud, across terrain. I wasn’t wearing the best socks however I found these boots really comfortable and suffered no blisters which is really typical for me when wearing new footwear.

My feet kept warm, comfy and dry. The tread worked well on muddy hills, I was able to watch others slip, whilst I didn’t. They felt quite bulky on my feet when I first put them on but I got used to them and actually felt they were really supportive.

Size fits as expected. I’m a 5. 5 but I went for a 6 and they fit fine. I like the look of these but for me the fit is the most important as I really didn’t want to waste money on boots that would be uncomfortable and leave me with wet feet, which they haven’t.

Hopefully this continues. I’m happy with this purchase.

I have been looking for a comfortable and supportive pair of walking shoes and especially waterproof ones. These have not disappointed. Comfortable from the first wear. I’m a size 6. 5/7 and got the size 40.

They fit well but with thick walking socks they are on the slightly tighter side but have not rubbed or anything. If you like thicker socks and a bit of room then you might want to size up potentially.

Great colour in the charcoal; they look nice and not too much like traditional walking shoes. Really pleased with these though and it’s got me out and walking more which is a definite benefit. Highly recommend.

Excellent boots very happy with the product. The staff in the Galleria in Hatfield are superb too, as they were in the St Albans shop which sadly closed. However there was a confusion with the size labelling which needs to be sorted by Trespass.

We bought on line and that had only EU dimensions and we made a mistake. Luckily the shop had the right size so a swop was done. However the size description on the new pair was bizarrely different from the size on the box they came in! This may seem trivial but was unnecessarily confusing.

Of course the solution is to have both EU and UK sizes on both the internet option and the box for the boots and also the boots themselves – and the same numbers !Love Trespass nonetheless!.

I am a regular user of the X Ultra mid boots, having worn out two pairs each of the X Ultra 2 and X Ultra 3. Note that this review applies to the biggest available size (UK 13. 5, EUR 49 1/3, USA 14), so it may not be fully applicable to smaller sizes.

I have also worn these boots for several months, and they are probably approaching the mid point of their useful life by looking at their soles, so I believe I can provide a good assessment. In my opinion the 4th iteration of the X Ultra is a major step backwards from the excellent previous versions.

The changes seem to be related to the significant weight reduction (488 gr per boot versus 590 for the X Ultra 3), which is noticeable. However, the cost of this weight reduction is huge: 1. There is significantly less cushioning around the ankle, and the boot is also approximately one finger lower.

I continue to notice a slight friction around the ankles on every hike, although less as time goes on. In the first few hikes I stopped several times because of this, and once I even had to put some tissue to increase the cushioning.

To me this makes no sense, as it a significant inconvenience just to lose a few grams. 2. I have to stop and tighten my laces at least twice in every hike, as otherwise the fitting becomes loose. This is new to me and had never happened before.

I ignore the reason but maybe the material has some elasticity in it. Huge inconvenience. 3. The boot seems to have much less torsion resistance than previous versions. I hike in a very stony area, and at least once every day this causes slight ankle twists when placing the boot heel on a stone.

Avoiding this is the reason why I wear mid boots instead of regular shoes, and again seems to be the result of saving a few grams. Overall very disappointed with these boots to the point where I have looked and successfully acquired two more pairs of version 3.

I can not recommend version 4 to any one and I will certainly be very cautious when a (hopefully improved) version 5 comes out. Version 3 was an excellent product, this one is not.

Please keep in mind that I have never used the X Ultra 3’s, so my review is not biased. I am an avid backpacker and have worn many boots in my life. Also keep in mind that I had two REI employees ensure that I was purchasing the right size.

These, by far, are not only the most expensive but also the worst pair of boots that I have ever dawned upon my feet. My Adidas Terrex Swift R2’s that I loved finally died out on me and I decided to splurge on a new set of boots from a “quality” brand.

Salomon’s Ultra 3’s have great reviews, so I figured the new 4’s would be even better. This was not the case. It seems Salomon missed the mark on the skew between trail runner and hiking boot with these, making them not only useless, but actively harmful to users.

I took these on a 30 mile backpacking trip on Isle Royal and now have medical bills to pay directly because of these boots because they caused intense blistering, bruising of my feet, my toe nails are turning purple and will likely fall off, and of course I slipped multiple times on easy terrain due to lack of grip.

Here is a quick summary: Comfort: This is subjective to my feet, but these were a terrible fit. I do not have wide feet, but these run so narrow that they crushed my feet and damaged my nail beds on my long hike.

Also manufacturing quality is low as the right show had a completely different shape, ridges, and size than the left shoe causing uneven wear. The bottoms are paper thin, expect to feel every pebble under your foot.

Support: There is none. The point of a mid cut is to offer stability. These boots have a convenient cutout specifically around where your ankles end up when you are hiking downhill and need stability the most.

The bottom of the shoe is very flexible and unstable. Also the upper of the shoe is very flexible. This results in your foot warping the upper when planted on any incline, and sliding off the sole of the shoe regardless of how tight you tie them.

Grip: I have slipped total of four times in my hiking career. Three of those times were during the 30 miles I hiked with these boots on. The will slip on dry rock, wet rock, roots, dirt, and even mud.

The last eight miles of my hike I completed in my crocs because I could no longer handle the damage the boots were causing to my feet and the crocs had measurably better grip and stability. Durability: Waterproofing failed after about ten miles.

At the end of the 30 miles, noticeable snags int the stitching appeared. The lugs also seemed slightly worn which is surprising since they didn’t grip anything to begin with. Conclusion: I have no idea how it is possible to create a shoe that is tight enough in the forefoot to crush your toes but loose enough in the heel to shred your heels.

This shoe offers the lack of support and protection of a boot while also lacking the flexibility, comfort, and freedom of a trail runner. Truly the worst of both worlds. Again, I cannot imagine a foot type or activity scenario that these would be ideal for.

I’m deeply disappointed that Salomon has opted for perceived style rather than function and that their manufacturing quality has dropped so intensely. I use their products for my cross country skiing antics but will likely be swapping to a quality brand after this experience.

Overall, the shoes perform well for their intended use as light hiking boots. They’re well supported for their light weight, but not something I would use for extended backpacking. I end up doing some walking on concrete (in wet conditions) to get to many of the hikes I take these on, and they do not have sufficient padding to be comfortable on pavement.

Given that pavement is not what they’re built for, I’m not dinging them for that. Other shoes do offer better padding though. The tread on the bottom has fantastic grip, and has served me well in wet, dry, and dusty scrambling conditions.

That said, it does seem to be wearing through a bit more quickly than I’d like for a $150+ shoe. This may seem superficial, but I am really disappointed with the colors. I have wide feet. Not extremely wide, but wide enough that for Salomons, I usually need to pick up the wide-specific model.

I love the look of many Salomon shoe, but for some reason, these guys always pick the blandest ones for the wide fit! I feel like we’re being punished for having wide feet, and there ain’t a darn thing I can do about it! I think the Green Gables color on the X 4 Ultra Mid is one of the best looking hiking shoes in the game, and I actually purchased one originally.

Of course, it didn’t fit because it was far too narrow, so I was consigned to the boring black shoe bin. I’ve been wearing these shoes for three months and, overall, they perform well for light hikers.

They have fantastic grip and effective waterproofing, but durability remains an open question, and styles lost some major points (especially knowing how much Salomon is capable of). Would I buy again? Frankly, I hope not to.

I loved my X Ultra 3 Mid Wide GTX, and I’d like to see a version 5 or 4. 1 that brings better colors, more durability throughout, and specifically longer-lasting lugs/treads underfoot. The new lacing system is good, and I’d like to see it stick around.

If all that materialized (and I mean please, please bring us that Green Gables in wide!), then yes, count me in for another round after the next update. If you’re stuck with the version 4 as is, I’d skip it and come back next year.

She needed to exchange for bigger size due to no room for thicker socks. Still no room for thicker sock; longer in length is all. If she decides against them I will keep for myself bc they are cute and made well.

4 stars bc they didn’t leave room for winter socks. I wasted so much money with ship cost to and from for gift returns this year! Didn’t realize that they charge for shipping BOTH ways if you return anything.

Future gifts will be bought IN STORE from now on. Gift cards are no fun to give. I already warned my friends and family. This way if it doesn’t fit or they don’t like it I can return and get FULL refund back.

Even if you return on your own they minus the ship to cost! All the department stores I go to they give a FULL refund. No stocking fees or try at your own risk fees. Host can be very pervasive and you TRUST some of them! Anyhow, I digress.

guess I needed to vent. So if you are slightly wide don’t take chance with these boots. Medium width is on skimpy side.

These boots are very cozy and fairly warm! i have yet to get cold feet. Replaced my clunky Sorel Caribou with these and they are MUCH easier to walk in and lighter. These aren’t a structured hiking book though, so if you’re looking for ankle support don’t go for these.

Treads are nice i don’t slip on ice. Only complaint is that i wish the tab at the top back of the book was bigger so i could actually get a finger in it to pull the boots on. its basically a useless tab but with an extra half inch could be very usefull! that’s a little annoying.

but otherwise superb, comfy and warm.

I got these boots a few weeks ago and finally got to wear them after the huge northeast snow storm last weekend. Took a 4 mile walk with friends in the single digit windchill temperatures and with wool socks these boots kept my feet warm.

They were very comfortable and I had no problems with rubbing or blisters after the walk. Wore again yesterday snowshoeing and were perfect for the snowshoes. They supposedly are waterproof but have not stepped in any big puddles to test it out.

I wear 10M and they are a perfect fit even with med weight wool socks. Love these boots.

Great light durable boots that have the flex of trainers. I like mids when I used to wear trainers (Nike Jordan 1) and I have seemed to stick with wearing boots since breaking my leg for better support.

After trying Keen’s, Marmot, and a few others. I always end up back to Merrell’s. Merrell All Out Blaze mid Gore tex were great, then I had some Merrell Forestbound Mid Waterproof boots which have been very reliable and so comfortable.

I would say the Zion Mid sits perfectly between my previous Merrell Boots, where the Forestbound can sometimes be a bit warm for Spring/Summer, the Zion mid is perfect. I actually wear them for work often but also up on the moors in wet or dry conditions and they perform really well.

I have given up with buying trainers as they just do not last and are not exactly reliable for Cornish weather. Lightweight trainer style boots seem the best option. I would buy these again.

I’m in the military, currently deployed to a very hot desert climate, and I have one of those jobs where I get to wear civilian tactical equivalent clothing. I had a different pair of Merrell hiking shoes, and while they were definitely rugged, they weren’t that comfortable to be in all day long.

I came across these and got a really good discount from Merrell by using the I. D. Me Authenticator, so I figured why not. Once I got them, the first thing I noticed was that it wasn’t the color scheme I ordered, or they just didn’t look like the picture.

However, that didn’t bother me because they looked way better than I had anticipated. Right out of the box these are hands down the most comfortable work shoes I’ve ever owned. They’re light and responsive, so it doesn’t feel like you’re dragging a heavy boot around all day.

They’re solid and and after inspection, it doesn’t look like I have to worry about the sole coming unglued. To be honest, I didn’t realize they were waterproof until I got them. Had I been paying attention, I probably wouldn’t have ordered them.

I figured they wouldn’t be breathable and my feet would sweat too much. But it’s been over 100 degrees already and I still love them. I highly recommend these shoes. They’ve been worth every penny, and I will be buying these again.

I am a park ranger and cover 5-10 miles and 500 to 1500 vertical feet over the course of a typical workday and more on days off. I’ve struggled for several years with pain in the balls of my feet, and these have been a dream from a comfort standpoint.

I have a only been wearing daily for 6 weeks so can’t speak to durability. The vibram sole is extremely grippy on varied terrain including snow. As for waterproofing, they leave a lot to be desired (otherwise 5 stars).

With some mink oil on the leather portions, I can stay dry a little longer. However, if you’re walking in rain or wet snow, you will ultimately get some soak through. That said, my feet generally stay fairly warm, due in part to the “waterproof, breathable” liner.

I would not recommend for summer use. I typically wear size 11. 5 and the 11. 5 is perfect with a lightweight wool sock. You may want to size up if you wear thick socks.

I normally wear a US size 11 in shoes (occasionally 10. 5 depending on the shoe). I bought the 6 inch Premium Timberland Boots in store and I tried on both a size 11 and a size 10. 5 When I put on my normal size (11), it felt completely comfortable but when I walked I could tell it was too loose.

I tried on the 10. 5 and it felt better. It was still comfortable but it felt like I could walk better in it without it feeling like it would fall off my feet. I’ve now had mine for 5 months. I think the 10.

5 is good enough for me, but if I recommend one thing to all potential buyers, it’s: go down a full size, or at least a half size. Many people like to wear their Timbs loose and not tied tightly. With my 10.

5, I have to actually tie the shoes (loopty-loop then pull and all) in order for the boots to feel snug to my feet. Although walking in them without the shoes tied does not have a significant risk of the boots falling off your feet, it still feels very loose.

So in the future, I will purchase a full size down in Timberlands (meaning I will buy a size 10 in Timbs). If no full size down is available, then I’ll go for a half size down since it is still satisfactory.

I do not recommend buying your normal shoe size as it will feel comfortable when standing/sitting still, but when you walk, the boot will be very loose. I also recommend spraying your boots with Timberland’s balm protector & water proofer to help extend the life of your boots to protect them from snow and water.

If any salt gets on your boots, make sure you clean them so the salt doesn’t sit in the boot for too long and end up damaging the material. ———————- TL;DR: Go for a full size down from your normal shoe size.

If a full size down is not available, then go at least for a half size down. I wear a US size 11 in sneakers, and I bought a 10. 5 in Timbs; however, a 10 in Timbs would likely be even better. Additionally, take care of your boots by cleaning them and spraying them with waterproofer.

First time to purchase in Finish Line. Shoes were delivered on time but the other pair was missing an extra lace. The color was already faded and it’s like It’s been already worn. Returned the shoes to a local Finish Line and ordered the same model.

Delivery was fast and finally, the shoes are in great condition but the box was fully torn from the side. This is not an issue with Timberland but with Finish Line on how they prepare the shoes for shipping.

We looked everywhere for these Timbs. Finish Line was the ONLY place that had them, in this color, and the right size. Not even Timberland’s website had them!

I bought these about three weeks ago in black and from the moment I put them on they were super comfortable. I wear them with both pants and with skirts and dresses at work (my clinic is freezing and I needed warm shoes).

I bought them in a size 10 although I wear a 9 1/2 because I do have my own thicker insole. I have bought Merrells before and I’ve always been happy with them. I love these ankle boots so much that I went back and bought them in “sable” which is an amazing color (that the internet seems unable to define but these are a reddish brown with enough black to go with a lot of things—my opinion:).

The sable ones however were defective as the upper part of the right shoe was tighter than the left. I have returned them to Merrill for the very same boots and I hope that this is a one time problem.

Since I am going to assume that it was a one time defect-because I’ve always loved Merrells-I would highly recommend these warm ankle boots.

I purchased a pair and wore them daily for about 2 months straight on a europe trip (they were my only pair). I don’t think I will be able to wear them next year however. They were great on the fit, waterproofing, sole, and warmth….

until they weren’t. They stretched out so much! I need inserts within the first month so that my feet would stop slipping around, and then I couldn’t wear them without thick socks because the heels kept stretching.

Now, the ankle parts are too stretched out and I would not trust them with snow anymore because they would be very easy to get in the top. When I first got them they were perfect but within this 2-month timeframe they have more than an inch extra spacing on the stretch.

At this price point and brand-name, I was hoping for them lasting more than a season.

These boots are amazing, just what you would expect from Merrill. I normally wear an 11 medium but bought an 11 wide this time as I wear thick wool socks in MN. For probably the last 15-20 years I have only bought Merrill boots and shoes as I an disabled and have trouble with arthritic feet and balance.

I have probably bought over 1000 pairs as I love shoes and this is the first pair of Merrill’s thAt are way too small. I would say 2 sizes and the width seems like a narrow. I do not have wide feet. Great looking boot, extremely warm and amazing traction but beware of sizing.

Managed to get these to arrive just before the major Xmas snow/cold snap in Squamish and very glad I did as needed something higher-ankle and better grip for those conditions. Overall these have been (mostly) great so far.

They’re not the warmest in snow, but I knew that they’re not “winter” boots, however they are waterproof and are comfortable enough to spend a decent time walking in. I have these as day-to-day boots, I honestly wouldn’t hike in them, I use light trail shoes for that purpose.

My two gripes: 1. The laces are terrible. They are thicker round rope-style laces that don’t have the flexibility to turn sharp corners so when looped and knotted they are constantly under tension so just undo themselves all the time, especially as they seem to be coated in some kinda teflon.

Even double-knotted they will often slip free. I will be replacing them. 2. The sole/tread clogs with snow/slush quicker than I’d like so ideally I would have a more spread tread pattern as once they are clogged, they can become very slippery and eliminate any grip.

Again, I know this isn’t a “winter” boot, but imagine the same would happen in thick/claggy mud. Overall I am super pleased with these, and the tread thing isn’t a major deal, but the laces are bad enough I will replace them.

I’ve currently left mine loosely laced below the ankle loops so I can slip them on/off without re-tying. Design and styling I like. I have the teal/purple colorway and really like it. Size: Fits TTS.

I am a US12. 5 which is what I ordered and fit really well. I have wide feet and haven’t had an issue with these so far, but I don’t lace them tightly or use for long-days or hiking so YMMV for those activities.

When I first put these shoes on they felt really light and like they might not stand up well over time. I was also concerned about the waterproof and warmth of the shoe. However, after wearing these on more than a handful of muddy fall and now wintery icy hikes I can say I love them.

Yes, when I first put them on they’re a bit cold but within a few strides, they warm up quickly and stay warm. But not overly warm. They seem to have good ventilation where your foot actually stays at a pleasant temperature regardless of activity or weather.

I also haven’t had the temperature dip after walking through water, mud, or snow. I was further concerned about waterproofing and windproofing but so far that hasn’t been a concern at all. I intentionally walked through several inches of water and even stood in it for a few minutes and the water stayed outside of the shoe.

After walking through the mud I poured water onto my shoes to clean them and the mud slid right off easily and still, the water did not get into the shoe. In regards to fit, I am kind of a weird foot.

I have narrow heels that tend to slide around and then a wide ball of my foot with long toes which are great for stability but would usually make it challenging to find a good shoe. These boots seem to be adjustable enough to accommodate my weird foot.

I do get a regular amount of slipping in the heel and have to tighten my laces after warming up the shoe. But the footbed is really comfortable and seems to account for my pronation. And I can wear both thin or thick socks by adjusting the laces, so that’s actually really nice.

I’ve had 3 pairs of Salomon walking walking shoes over the last 10 years. The first pair were awesome and lasted me 6 years (I still actually use them for gardening). The next pair lasted about a year before they developed a split in the upper.

They were replaced under warranty but the replacement pair split at the heel and caused blisters after 14 months. The fundamental problem (and this to some extent was true of the second pair) was that the cinch laces are just way too short causing excess pressure on the heel when getting your foot in.

I looked on the website and found that this was a common complaint in the reviews. I then bought a really cheap pair to tide me over which actually lasted twice as long as my previous Saloman shoes. As Salomon’s response to poor reviews has always been that they take feedback seriously and improve their products accordingly so I thought that given this was a relatively new model they may well have taken the difficult decision to invest the extra 2 cents in longer laces so took the plunge and bought these.

How they have actually managed to make them worse is a mystery. The laces are certainly no longer than in the previous version, however, the addition of the pointless soft projection at the back does (as other reviewers have mentioned) make it far more difficult to get your feet in.

Needless to say they are going back. Clearly Salomon don’t listen to feedback so I doubt that this will have any imact.

These stylish dress up, dress down boots, are great for casual occasions where tennis shoes are not enough but office attire is to much. I can wear them with jeans or joggers they are super durable and comfortable.

Just a tad heavy, but other than that they are a must have in every man’s closet.

These boots are PERFECT. The material and workmanship is second to none. They were just the size (fit), color and quality as described. My teenage grandson LOVES them. Ordering from Dillard’s was super easy and in the midst of shipping difficulties, the came very quickly.

I brought this shoes a while ago. when I first brought I, the shoe looked damaged, I requested another pair. it also looked the same. my girl brought an pair , n asked for another show because all the shoes looked worn or not.

So I bought these in the sale as me and my son wanted to climb Ben Nevis. I am used to Lowa’s but as its was the summer I thought a lighter pair would be advantageous. Bought them, wore them over the next 72 hours while doing stuff at home and driving etc.

That weekend climbed Ben Nevis (c. 20 miles of walking) with not blisters, a couple of hot spots (in the place usually get them) and no soreness in my feet at all. Fantastic boots and would 100% recommend them.

I have wide and high feet so laced them up in a particular way that works for me, ankles fine, base of foot fine and the laces did not come undone once. Well done Berghaus on an amazing boot!.

Pros: Brilliant design. I saw a comment saying the laces slipped off of the metal hooks however this has never happened to me yet. I love these boots and will always buy them Cons: Nothing wrong with the physical boots.

Just disappointed when I found the exact same boot for £20 cheaper on other sites. I’d rather give my money to the actually brand (in this case berghau) however £20 more is a lot of money for some people and I happen to be one of those people.

Pros: Comfortable straight out of the box. Lightweight. Decent looks. Cons: The boots leak! Along the seam, just below the eyelets, outside sides only. Too much stitching really. The laces are thin and unlikely to last long.

The red covering on the commando-type grips is already coming off, which doesn’t bode well for the longevity of the grips. The grips are not that good on wet mud. The boots are fine for the SE of England, but unsure they’d be effective on a mountainous bogscape.

I bought this shoe after reading the technical specifications as well as ratings and reviews given by customers. But after using this shoe in winters in Kashmir, I am now posting my review. The shoe is okay for good temperatures, but Not recommended for Minus temperature.

My feet felt cold even in Minus 1-2 degrees. This shoe could not keep your feet warm in Minus degrees as claimed by the company. Even TSF shoes are better warmer than this shoe. Regarding the waterproof feature of this shoe, I will rate this normal.

Not 100% but good (as normal winter shoes). So, I will not recommend this shoe for cold winters. And I am disillusioned by the Decathlon company claim that their shoes are lab tested. At least, these shoes should keep your feet warm at Minus 5-6 degrees if not 11 or 18 as claimed by Decathlon.

I was a big fan of Decathlon products but after using their products I am completely dissatisfied with their products. I am giving 2 stars as the shoes seem to be durable but 0 stars for warmth which was the main reason for why I bought these shoes.

I’ve decided I owe Decathlon/Quechua a review. I really like these boots and will replace them with the same if they are still available when mine finally die. At the moment they are holding up really well.

I can’t remember exactly how long I’ve had them but I think it’s 2 to 3 years and I wear them a LOT. They are my main footwear most of the year round, mainly because I cycle to work in all weather. I do a fair bit of walking too.

They were waterproof for about the first year and then began to leak around the bottom of the tongue when properly soaked. I’ve tried various waterproofers on them and they do help a bit. More recently the join between the sole and upper has begun to crack a little, but they still look good and aren’t really “failing” anywhere.

Not bad for the mileage – I suppose if this was a car it would be around the 100,000km mark now. I normally wear out the sole of my boots, but these are wearing particularly well and have a lot of life left in them.

They’ve been comfortable from the day I got them – which was just as well, because I went for a 3 hour walk in them right away. What prompted my decision to review them was that yesterday my cycle route was really flooded but I decided to go through anyway – it was up to the bottom bracket and the water came up near to the top of my boots – I won’t say my feet stayed dry, they were a little damp but they stayed warm and that was enough because it was another hour before I got home and dry (the temperature was 2℃).

My feet used to get really cold in leather boots cycling in sub zero temperatures, but these have been quite a bit warmer. Overall, I would go so far as to say that, for the money, they are by far the best footwear purchase I have ever made, (although I did buy some basic black laces at the same time to “tone them down” a little).

You should buy some so that Decathlon keep stocking them and they’re still around when I want to buy some more :-).

This product was used during my Iceland trip in July 2022. Very good grip on wet muddy areas, slippery sea stacks and other slippery surfaces. Although its not completely water proof coz many incidents the water sipped inside the shoe, but the best thing is its quickly dry down even in low temperature zones.

Provide the warmth perfectly. Slightly bigger in size than expected but helped fitting my swollen foots during long hours of hiking and walking on tough terrains. The weight of the pair is manageable.

Color and design is very trendy and can match and contrast with your clothes easily. A perfect companion for hiking in slippery, snowy terrains.

I have been wearing the lukla pro for around 6 years now. The first one wore out in about 2 years and Eddie Bauer gave me a free replacement back then. The 2nd pair lasted about 3 years and by this time EB updated their lifetime warranty to 1 year from date of purchase.

So, I ended up purchasing my 3rd pair instead. Again, the exact same shoe but with a different color each time. I am from Seattle area and given the amount of rain and forced hiking one has to do, I wanted a reliable pair without giving an arm and a leg.

The shoe has performed well and I usually buy these during deal period with my $10 reward as another way of lowering the cost. For about 70-80 bucks, this quality shoe that would easily last for 3 years is a no brainer from my perspective because of its versatility.

To be noted here that even after the 3 years, the issues are mostly aesthetic because a majority portion of the shoe is still good. I now use my old/2nd pair as a fallback option or when I have to go out for rough hiking as a way of adding more age to my 3rd one.

Fully disclosure, I bought these when they were 50% off. And I absolutely LOVE them. And would buy them again and again (if they were on sale). For under $100, they are super durable and lightweight and comfortable.

ive recommended it to many of my friends and we all have the same praise for these hiking shoes. The quality and price really can’t be beat. I’ve considered other hiking shoes, but none of them have ever felt so easy and choose compared to these.

No, I’m not sponsored, I just really like them. The only thing I would request for is colours. The available colours are pretty old and conservative. I like to wear these out and about anywhere and anytime during my day, especially when running errands.

Some times people look at me like “why you wear wearing hiking shoes at the dollar store?”. Hahaha. But other than that, I really do like them :).

I have worn these on 3 short hikes. They are getting more comfortable each time. I have somewhat narrow feet and the heel seems a little wide. If I lace them tighter then the heel doesn’t slip but the ankle feels snug.

I normally wear a 9. 5 but ordered a 10 as some reviews recommended. I’m still not sure that I maybe should have ordered a 9. 5. Not wearing my really thick socks though as I want them for warmer weather hikes.

The toes feel good and no pressure points. I think after a few more hikes the heels will settle in. Otherwise I find them very supportive. My husband ordered a pair of the mens model in his usual size and he really loves them, He has been wearing Keen hikers and says these feel way more comfortable and supportive.