20 Best Waterproof Boots For Winter (2023 Updated)

I recommend these boots especially in Maine it’s been below zero degrees out here so write now they are Heaven sent my goodness I’m I happy they got to me at the right time. I am very happy satisfied with my boots.

thank you so much may you all have a safe New Year’s Happy New Year’s Virgen W.

Have bought them as a xmas gift. I’m sure they will be perfect. Xx

Not water proof at all. I have the soaked socks to prove it. They were really comfortable until my feet got wet.

These are misshapen, sewn all crooked, heavy, one boot is bigger than the other. The boot tongue won’t tuck in and scrunched up horribly. Worst quality ever! YUCK Hope there’s not a big hassle returning them.

These are very cute and warm! These boots are great if you have narrow feet, like me. They would be super tight on the sides otherwise. I usually wear a 9. 5 in tennis shoes, but got the 9, and they fit great.

Loved these as soon as I put them on. Im very picky about anything I wear. Been putting off buying a pair of boots for the snow for about a year. Finally broke down and bought these. Only downfall is that they need more of an insole.

But the fur all the way down to the toes, so I know I will not get cold.

These boots have exceeded my expectations so far. First off, I live in Seattle, which means long periods of light to heavy rain for months on end, and occasionally a few inches of snow. I was looking for a new pair of boots that would last a long time and keep my feet warm and dry.

I already owned an awesome pair of Sorel slippers, and my wife loved the winter boots she had as well. So I looked for options and found this: – The warmest was the normal Sorel Caribou. These looked great and warm, but just looked too big and clunky for me to wear around the city.

If we got more than a few inches of snow a year that would be one thing, but they were just too much. – I liked the look of the Caribou Street Boot, but I already own a pair of broken in Red Wings that kept light rain out, so that would be redundant.

– Thus, in the middle was the Caribou Storm boot. The perfect balance of waterproof without being bulky. What I liked the most was the color. I had to look hard to find the black with “mud” in stock.

The black with brick was OK, and the tan ones weren’t my style as they screamed “LL Bean Duck Boots!” The final piece was the price. While all the other boots were on sale, these held fast at $225, which is super expensive.

I bided my time and searched for sales, but it stuck at that price so I thought maybe they never discount it. Finally, I saw this pair come up on Sunny Sports for $165 and I jumped on them. Delivery was fast and easy.

This past week we went the Sounders soccer game and stood outside in the rain for 3+ hours. My feet were toasty warm and dry. Excited to have these for a long time.

These boots do not perform in any sense of the word for winter use. First, and most importantly, there is positively no warmth to this boot. I can feel the cold concrete through the bottom of the boot.

The rubber upper, meant to provide waterproof protection, literally freezes in the cold. So your entire foot is surrounded by cold. From an insulation standpoint, I truly don’t think these boots would be warm enough for anything below 40 degrees.

Now, as for comfort, there just isn’t any. There’s nothing even resembling a footbed inside. Just hard, flat, smashed lining that is no more comfortable that walking barefoot on solid concrete. The only thing good I can say about the Winter Carnival boots are that they are waterproof.

But that’s what rain boots are for. These provide no more warmth or insulation that a typical, unlined rubber rain boot.

I ordered these boots because I will be traveling up north in January, I am from Texas and not used to snow and cold, so I needed something sturdy and warm. These are way larger, like bulky, than I thought they would be, however, after you put them on they actually aren’t that bad.

I also find them incredibly comfortable and warm. I know I am in Texas 70 degree weather trying these on in my house, but I think they will be perfect with some thick socks when I go on my trip, and I will have them in case we experience another Winter storm! I am a standard size 9, but based on reviews I got a 9.

5 just in case with socks and everything, however, I wish I would have gotten a 9. The 9. 5 isn’t too big but I feel my normal size would have been better, and just the right amount of snug. Then again, I have very narrow feet so that could be why they feel a little too roomy.

With all that being said, I really like these boots, they are of amazing quality, they are comfy, and they are warm, all things I need for when I wear them! Definitely recommend.

A few years ago I decided it was time to retire my Sorel’s I had since I was 10-12 or 25ish years. Bought these. Use only to walk from house or work to the car and back. Occasionally for walks. Nothing as crazy as when I was young and played in the snow for hours on end.

After 1 season, maybe less, the sole started to wear through on the inside so it is just the empty squares (I bought some liners in so I couldn’t feel pattern of the soles and make it it so I could continue using).

Beginning of this winter season (start of 4th winter of wearing these) found a crack in the top of the foot area so if the liner gets wet when snow touches the boot. Bought flex seal so I can continue wearing them the rest of this winter.

The quality of Sorel seems to have gone down hill. Maybe sorels are now a fashion line instead of a real quality outdoor boot. Will be researching other brands. And I used to recommend Sorel’s to anyone looking for a good quality winter boot.

I bought my first pair (the black ones) before Christmas last year. We live in central Alabama but I took them with us to Gatlinburg, Tennessee on Christmas Day. I’m so glad I did because it was a winter wonderland up there & I wore these EVERY WHERE! My feet stayed dry & warm & at the end of the day, my feet wasn’t sore at all.

The sidewalks in Gatlinburg were completely iced over and although I slid a little bit, it wasn’t near as bad as others were sliding. Everyone kept asking me where I got them from and told me how much they loved them.

And I loved them so much that as soon as we got back home, I ordered a 2nd pair in the color brown. Another great thing is, I wore these a lot last winter and they still look brand new. Definitely well made.

I bought these boots based on the reviews. I had to get a wide width because Columbia makes thin width boots. I live in Maine. These boots keep my feet warm and dry in slush and snow. I’ve walked in 2 feet of snow and was fine except for it coming into my calf because I wore leggings.

These boots have nothing on Sorel Tivoli II and Sorel Tofinos. Both of those models make me feet cold. I will say that you must wear a good pair of Darn Tough socks or a good pair for winter. I wore them with thin summer socks and I felt the cold come through.

I hiked 3 miles in snow and they stood up with no leaks although these aren’t hiking boots.

Prepping for a trip to Iceland in the next month. Ive tried several boots, meaning a lot!! I kept navigating towards Columbia from online searches and when I found the wide option I figured lets give it a try.

Very comfortable with room for the layered socks. Did some water tests and seems to hold up. I’ve lived in the mountains with plenty of snow and feel these will work. Feet tend to run wide as its hereditary and I’ve worked from home for 6 years, barefoot or sandals daily.

Workout shoes only during workout. Sandals in the snow too, Cali girl. The boots are comfortable and feel they’re sturdy enough to hold up during my trip and future adventures.

My first impression of these boots was that they have an elegant finish and aren’t very bulky. Upon trying them on, I loved how warm, soft and cozy they felt against my skin. I loved how they fit securely with or without socks and the sizing is spot on (I always go a half size bigger for boots to allow for socks, but was pleasantly surprised how well they still fit without socks).

I really love the inner lining. It is extremely warm and soft and doesn’t itch like some other insulated boots do. I also feel like my feet can breathe in these. It’s easy to slide your feet in and out of these boots without unthreading the laces (big plus for me!) The sole is a very well cushioned, durable rubber with great traction and you can walk with these for hours.

They were a little squeaky at first but it’s gotten better. Sorel has basically combined the comfort of sneakers with the warmth and protection of waterproof boots. I can’t yet attest if they are indeed waterproof, as I haven’t trudged with them through rain or snow.

I got these in the color “grill” and I feel like they go with most colors. They are high enough to walk through snow, and hit at a flattering part of the ankle. I’m a little concerned that the white rubber on the bottom part will get stained, but hopefully it will be easy to clean.

These boots took a total of 10 minutes to break in. The only area that really needed breaking in is the upper area of the boots that were pushing against my ankle. I was nervous at first, but after 10 minutes they softened up and are super comfortable.

Personally, I would like to see a slightly more fashionable and sleek version of these boots so I can wear them on more occasions.

So I got these complimentary to review them. I was a little ehhhh about the pictures. I thought these looked like a little above Shoe Dazzle whoes which iI can wear for about a month(if worn consistently) and then need to throw them way before they ache my feet too much or they rip.

So first off, The first day is always the hardest because Of break in. I felt a week was better. And i felt them before putting it on and that stitching felt pretty good. The boots say they are waterproof and they felt nice as heck! They were super comfortable after the break in.

I dont think the break in period was horrible but obviouslythey are now more comfortable. I wanted to provide a very well review so I have been wearing them every single day for weeks. They keep your feet dry and warm.

I did have a pump sprayer i use to clean windows outside and i simulated what could be heavy rain and they did great. i did not have any part wet. I think the quality is super good and you can wear them for hours.

I have found the next pair ill be purchasing and they are wheat and gray. These are perfect if you also like a little broken in style. Definitely recommend.

I bought these shoes because I was going on a girls weekend and they were calling for snow. I’m from the south, so we are not used to snow. I wanted something warm and waterproof but also stylish. I’ve never bought Sorel brand before and really hesitated spending the money for something I wasn’t going to wear often, but I did.

WOW…they are so comfortable. I have bad sciatica pain and have to get new tennis shoes for work every 3 months or my back will start hurting. We walked around in the snow off and on all day, up and down hills in these boots and my back never bothered me and my feet stayed warm and dry.

Meanwhile, my friend was not wearing sorel boots and she kept complaining her feet were cold. I am now researching sorel sneakers to wear to work. I really hope that the sneakers are just as comfortable as these boots.

I am normally a 9. 5 in most shoes (except athletic tennis shoes, but I got a 10 in these boots so that I would be able to wear thicker socks. I probably could have gone down to a 9. 5, but didn’t want them to be too tight with thick socks.

I am now a HUGE fan of this brand.

These boots are so cute! I read reviews before buying and everyone said they run small and to size up and I’m so glad I did! These boots definitely run small! However, even sizing up, they boots are still uncomfortable and tight in the shoebox area.

I have small (size 6) narrow feet and the 6. 5 size was still tight/narrow in the toes. The opening around the ankle is really large and the tongue is fixed, so you can’t tie them tighter. My foot constantly slides forward.

I tried walking around in my house in them for many days and they are honestly just so uncomfortable. I’m sad because they are so cute! I’m hoping the reason Sorel has discontinued these is because they’re working on making these cute boots more comfortable and size appropriate! I own other Sorel boots and love them, so I’m not sure why these are sized so differently and why they’re so uncomfortable.

We have a quarter acre very close to a river in north Florida our property consists of sand and more sand we’ve gone through more sneakers than I want to think about! So I started hunting for an indestructible boot that would be comfortable in our heat and be tough to take on our sand, weeds, and mystery territory where grand pop’s kayaks live as do the opossums.

We also have a long concrete driveway and Olde antique pavers… I have a proving ground here lol! These pass the test ! Now I do have to clean these every evening when he comes in, I put the crevice attachment on the vacuum and vacuum the insides I usually get about a half a pound of sand lol I Do remove the insole and wipe down.

Love them! I bought them in a size 9t and a 10t… I think they RUN SMALL. Also easy on easy off, the Velcro straps take a moment to get use to. But no issues with staying on.

I bought these to wear to my son’s college football games. Dillards shipped quickly and they were to my house in just a few days from across the country. Super cute style, and since I own several pair of other styles of Sorel’s, thought they would be perfect.

Was I wrong! I sized up 1 size to accommodate warm socks, and that was a good move. However, after only 5-10 minutes of walking, knew these to be the most uncomfortable pair of shoes/boots (regardless of brand) that I own! So disappointed in Sorel with these.

I would have been more comfortable bare foot if it weren’t for the the cold. The “waterproof” status held true, but these were only minimally warm. I am going to try to swap out the insoles for something with some cushion, hoping that will help, but I truly expected so much more from Sorel.

Very disappointed.

I guess you pay for the brand name a bit with those ones, as the quality is really average. The construction and materials look and feel cheap, the rubber toes had a lot of marks, and the sizing seems all over the place.

I ordered 10, 1. 5 and 11 and they were all too small (I usually wear 10) and very similar lengthwise. They seemed well insulated, so we’ll give them that, but I would have not paid more than half the MSRP.

For 30-40$ more, there are far better choices, like some Helly Hansen models and Keen’s Circadia Polar.

I will hopefully use this product for short winter walks and snow shoveling. These boots were tight coming out of the box but after wearing them for a while and trying different types of socks they seem to have loosened up a little.

I’m not sure if going up to a size 14 would have fixed this issue as I am already experiencing some slippage in the heel area. I don’t want it to be too loose on the back end either. I can’t say at this time if I would recommend this product or not to someone.

I need to break them in more.

Boot arrived as expected. I unboxed and tried on with light winter socks. Boot fit well and not too snug. After reading up on the reviews, I purchased a size bigger than what I normally wear. I would recommend doing so because you will be wearing thicker socks.

I have been wearing the boot to work and it does keep my feet warm. Overall, the North Face never disappoints!!.

My LO is 13 months old and started walking at exactly 12 months old. We didn’t understand Sorel’s size guide, so purchased size 5, 6, and 7 during Black Friday sale at $37. 50 per shoe. (My son has chubby feet, but they are not wide and his feet measures 11.

5 cm in length. He generally wears a size 4 US in other brands. ) For the Sorel Toddler Snow Commander boot, he was able to fit a size 5. The recommended size per the guide, size 7, was too big. ) Although we love the black/white design, I ended up returning all 3 pairs because we went with an alternative brand that was sleek, lighter in weight and more comfortable for my son to walk in.

I reached out to customer service about doing a return without using their $6 shipping label return fee and inquired about the size guide. Per customer service, the size guide is a guide for “all” shoes sold by Sorel, and it is not specific to the snow boots.

If you want to do a return using your own shipping method, you will need to include a letter with your contact information, order number, and reason for the return. You may use the packing slip that was included with the order.

First -15 degree day today and my kids’ feet were toasty warm with thick socks. I love how easy it is for them to put them on and tighten themselves. True to size but they are clunky to walk in. Don’t size up in the hopes that they’ll get multiple seasons from them as they’ll have a tough time walking! Overall a warm, stylish boot.

I bought these for my son when he was 1. 5 years old. For new walkers, the boots are heavy and made for a klunky walker. Saying that, I found these boots kept his feet toasty and performed well on slippery surfaces.

We played daily for hours in -20 Alberta weather and I never doubted these boots performance. We are on our third size. The boots get handed down to his sibling for her enjoyment.

Having completely worn out my previous Salomon winter boots, I was looking for something similar warmth wise, with good grip but a little less cumbersome. I am a dedicated Salomon customer and have never had a bad experience with any of their trail shoes, running shoes, hiking boots or winter boots.

They tend to fit a slimmer foot which is perfect for me. When I saw these boots online I figured I had made another great catch. I trek a ton of mountain km through the winter ( every weekend and some weekdays ) and needed something Sturdy, comfortable and light with some trusty traction.

These seemed like the perfect fit. Once they arrived I quickly put on and loved the feel. I figured I would put them through another good test and decided for a mini 10 k hike. Maybe too ambitious. About halfway through my trek I felt some rubbing on the heal, on both feet.

I Continued on and soon on every incline things became very uncomfortable. This was something I never felt with a Salomon boot before. Once I arrived home and took the boots off and there were 2 large blisters on each heel.

Instead of shoving these boots back into their box and returning them, I decided to give them another try. I loved the way they formed around my feet, the toes were toasty, and being almost as light as my trail runners was something I could not overlook.

Maybe they just needed a “ break in” period. Over the next week I put on some second skin over the heels and did a few km. All seemed ok and no further damage. After 2 weeks when everything healed I decided on another trek, with plenty of incline, but this time with no extra coverage on my heels besides socks.

These boots felt better than ever, fitting like a glove. We had just received a coupe inches of snow and they performed admirably. Awesome traction, and the fact my feet almost felt hot was surprising but most welcome.

The best part, no blisters. Not even a smidge of redness. Will see how the winter goes and leave another review come spring.

Comfortable and warm, however this boot does not handle snow. First time wearing the boots and I finished my hiking with soak and freezing feet. It was not snow entering in boot top, it was infiltration direct in my toes.

Despite nice boots, I don’t think they will be good for winter conditions.

Ordered online. Put them on and immediately felt discomfort against the back of my heel. It was hard and did not cradle my heel. If I were to hike in these, my heel would rub and create a blister. I have Salomon hiking shoes and have put over 1200km without a single blister.

Let me start by saying that I spent about 3 months, maybe more if you include last winter, researching cold weather boots that I could 1. comfortably wear on longer walks, 2. wear in the snow/cold/rain/wet, 3.

look moderately cute in. And, on top of that – I prefer zero-drop footwear, thus canceling out my secret crush, the Sorel Whitney short lace bootie. I came across the Minx in myriad natural movement blogs, all of which champion zero-drop shoes, the effect of which you can get with these boots if you remove the insole.

However, that is exactly the reason why I almost returned these otherwise awesome boots: with the insert gone, the fit was terribly off, with too high a space from ground to top near the toes, and too much room at the heel.

I felt like I was clunking around in potato sacks, though it was nice to feel the ground, and also like an idiot (why did I remove the tags and wear them outside if I was on the fence? Ugh). And, with the inserts gone, the shoe gets hot – so much that my normally chilly feet were sweating, then cold again in swampy socks.

Then, I reasoned with myself, as rational, adult women do: put the inserts back in and try again. That’s when the game changed, and my new boots (in elk/cedar, which looked more elevated than the nori color I’d ordered from and returned to Amazon) went from looking and feeling clunky to, “Ahh, this is pretty comfy.

” Definitely feel more like sneakers than, say, a Bean boot or something more structured. A half point docked for the shape: yes, it’s great to have room for toe splay – but the heel still looks really blocky/wide, insert in or no – and because the laces come untied almost every time I wear them.

They so far feel very water resistant (haven’t jumped through puddles, but walking through slush/snow has been fine), though won’t have a verdict on how dry my feet stay till the end of the season. As far as that furnace-like quality I mentioned before: for some reason, wearing the inserts offsets some of the excess heat, so they’re toasty, not unbearable.

I’ve gone with standard gym peds and SmartWool knee socks on colder days, and both fit/feel/work fine. Last, but definitely not least: Backcountry’s excellent customer service team deserves a shout. When I was still on the fence, the person who answered the phone to process my return tried to help me find a replacement, and even offered a solution to help waterproof my older snowboots that had since shed their DWR layer.

Other style I like for comparison: Merrell Vapor Glove; Saucony Bullet; Allbirds Tree Runners.

got these last year, wear them a lot. these boots run 1 whole size too small. i wear a 7. 5 in almost all other shoes,bought an 8, too small,exchanged for an 8. 5. -perfect! i have never worn an 8. 5 in my life.

oh well, the boot is SO comfortable! right out of the box it does feel a little narrow but softens quickly. the sole is very grippy,soft and flexible. some may think the minimal bottom will not keep you warm,i disagree, the technology of the boot is superior at keeping feet warm.

i wear with regular or wool socks,thick or thin, doesn’t matter. a note to those who wear 2 pair of socks–that does not work,adds too much bulk and can make your feet freeze without any air space. i love the fur lining which goes down to ankle.

the rest has a nice warm lining. easy to step into and take off-no excessive pulling or yanking. i never touched the laces to tighten or loosen. will go for walks or wear to work or anywhere. great for shoveling snow.

boot is lightweight. sole shows no wear since last year,so i would say wears well. a superior product! feels like a slipper on. i would prob not wear them mountain climbing but for everyday wear they are amazing! also quite grippy on wet indoor floors, i have 2 sorels that slide like crazy on wet indoor floors and these do not.

i have normal feet, no high instep. i find some sorels run overly narrow and short as well. these are not overly narrow but feel a little narrow until they soften up after a few wears. i wear all day and no ankle rubbing, no heel rubbing, foot has enough room, no complaints or sore spots.

they are great! i want another pair in case these ever wear out. they really do look like snow boots but they are as warm as heck! and very comfortable, just get 2 sizes bigger than you wear. i am 59, 5’4″ 150 lbs.

my calf is normal sized and they fit fine, not too tight or too loose. wish they made a pair of these in knee high! lol.

Great and stylish boots. I purchased them for my girlfriend who normally wears a size 9US to 9. 5US with normal width. After reading the reviews I knew they would run small and narrow so I ordered her a 10US and 10.

5US. After trying them with normal thickness socks the size 10US was unwearable but 10. 5US fit better but were still on the narrow side of what she would prefer but still acceptable. Comfortable when wearing normal and thin socks and running errands or going out in mid Michigan.

They are not too thick or exceptionally warm, but they were purchased for that reason. NOT purchased for deep snow or being waterproof, for that she has other styles of boots. Cordura top area is not too thick and it is flexible.

Of course I’ve worn these and I’m out of the return window so I’m just SOL but these boots are absolutely garbage and I wouldn’t suggest wasting your money! The toe is not rubber, they have no business calling these duck boots or waterproof.

The toe is some kind of cheap cover layer that appears to be rubber until you get them wet, then it feels and looks different. The toe is rubbing off in places and the inside of the boots are soaking wet.

Is anyone else sick and tired of the retail industry that keeps getting more expensive but cheaper materials? Remember when duck boots lasted you 187 years? Yeah, not these. Run Forrest, ruuuunnnn.

I needed a new pair of winter boots for New England winter weather. These boots are great. I usually order a half size larger (7 1/2, I wear a 7) but that was not an option; I had to order size 7. I was nervous that I would not be able to wear extra thick socks, but these boots fit great.

They were not too snug. They are incredibly warm. I have not given them a true test with slushy, snow but I am confident in the way they are made that they will fulfill expectations. The quality is great and I cannot see water/ slush soaking through.

Best of all. super cute!!.

Snow boots for my daughter My daughter just started and I you this August. We hear it snows a lot up there so these were the cutest boots I could find her that were waterproof and had skid proof bottoms.

It has only snowed up in Flagstaff one time very lightly but she is excited to wear these when the big snow hits. She loves the boots they fit her comfortably with a bigger pair of socks.

My recently purchased Snowday boots looked good, looked comfortable, and the description fitted what I needed. However, despite choosing the correct size, which was the same size as the Sweetpea Tall boots I purchased at the same time, I could not put my foot in all the way.

There was simply not enough room. The Sweetpea Tall boots were perfect. I read that I would need to pay postage to return, which is not what most online shops do. Most online shops include postage paid return.

I expected the boots to let me put my foot in, especially as my foot is average and all other hours I have ever purchase are fine. I’m very disappointed and would not recommend these to anyone – unless you have very skinny feet.

Bought these as a gift for my partner Size 8 (EU 39), as her last pair of water proof dog walking boots had finally worn out. She absolutley loves them, recent heavy rains meant they have been tested out to the full and not a single drop has made it through.

She was worried about sizing but we stuck to the size of her old boots and they fit perfectly. She normally downsizes (she likes a firm squeeze) but these have little more space than her old boots which she got used to immediately.

Means room for thick sock but she said they are thatwarm she will probably never use a thick sock Thankfully this is a boot that can be washed in the washing machine as they have already been put hrough some boggy walks.

I received my boots on Friday. They are warm and very comfortable, true to size. I loved them the first day of just wearing them around the house. 2nd day I spent a few hours outside, in dry weather, already full of small holes and pulls, seams freying and rubber pulling away from the sole.

I know these are not work boots, but they should last more then a few hours of walking around at a cost of over $100. I would recommend them as slippers for in house wear. They are really warm.

I just received my Maryliza’s boots today. They arrived in a very timely manner first of all. I must say they are a very sturdy boot and very stylish! Comfortable, warm and there is nothing wrong with this boot at all.

I’m impressed! I wear a size 9, I ordered a size 10 M, my feet are a wide width, but the boot fit very nicely. They look like what is pictured. I will order again.

Very comfortable and warm boots. I’m really happy with them. Based on the reviews I read, I ordered half size bogger so I can use thick socks and that was just perfect. The only thing was that after I wore them a couple of times, one of the boots started making a squeaky noise when walking and i can’t figure out why but otherwise very happy with them.

Nice boots. I bought a size bigger due to previous reviews. Glad I did. Just a little bit of room, but not enough for a second pair of socks. They are not as warm as I thought they would be. The fur lining is cute, and cozy, but not particularly warm.

Overall, I would purchase again.

Extremely happy with these boots in all areas – EXCEPT for their ice traction (total fail). I needed winter boots that would be rugged and warm enough at the cottage (where it can reach -40), and waterproof with traction for the icy sidewalks in the city.

I have now tested them in -15 weather for about an hour, multiple dog walks below zero, a snowstorm that dumped over 50 cm, snow shoveling, walks on ice/snowy hills & puddles. Comfort & Support – awesome! – inner sole is hard(ish), but still very comfy and supportive – love the outer shell, feels like I’m sliding into a snowboard boot.

10/10 for support – material and inner lining is soft and cozy – love! – fit is excellent Waterproof – Yep! – no leaks after stepping in puddles, slush etc. – Snow did get in the boot while I was shoveling but that is to be expected when you are standing in 50 cm of deep snow wearing PJ’s and desperately trying to clear a small area for your dogs Warmth – excellent – my feet stayed toasty-warm during 1-hour walks in -15 degree temps.

I wore regular cotton socks. – I have yet to test at -40C Snow traction – excellent – The lugs are great for snow – climbed up and down snowy hills and through snowbanks, great traction for snow Ice traction – Total FAIL.

– description claims: “Temperature-sensitive lugs offer unrivaled grip so you can stride confidently across icy patches”. This suggests the boots should offer at least ‘some’ ice traction – they do not! – not only do these boots fail on ice, but they also fail on wet, cold sidewalks and snowy ice patches.

– When I’d walk on a wet, cold (starting to freeze) sidewalk, my toes would slide backwards each step, losing all grip. Overall I’m still very happy with them in most categories. Ice traction was an important feature for me and I did a lot of research so I’m REALLY disappointed on this one.

I would have been happy with just a little ice traction. but this is the reason they are getting four stars instead of five.

These caught my eye – I wasn’t aware North Face made snow boots. I wondered if they would live up to my expectations. So after carefully looking them over & doing a little reading, I decided to purchase.

They shipped out quickly (as all Finish Line purchases do) & when laid eyes on them I felt relatively confident they’d last. I could see & feel right away they were lightweight & waterproof & appeared to be a pretty well made boot.

You’ll notice North Face logo on toe, side back & tongue. I I slid my foot in & they couldn’t have fit any better. They’re spacious & comfortable without being too wide. I sized up so they could accommodate wearing thick socks (which they do).

I don’t yet know if thick socks are necessary to keep your feet warm because I haven’t worn them out for longer than about an hour in rainy 32°F weather (w/out thick socks). But they did just fine during that period.

Now if I had to determine any drawbacks, I’d have to say they could be a little taller. So if I were going to step out into several inches of untouched snow (which is entirely likely after a New England snowfall), the snow could be deeper than the height of the boot, but it’s important to note though that these do have a top eyelet so you can lace/tie them up all the way – to thwart the possibility of getting snow inside the boot.

There’s a “comfortable or everyday” lace-up & a totally laced up position. See photo attachments. But overall the boot height is a couple inches taller than a high-top sneaker for reference & has an attached tongue which will keep it from sliding off to the side.

If I’m not trudging through deep snow, I don’t anticipate any issues & no doubt my feet will remain protected from the winter conditions.

I received these as a present for this Christmas for myself and I could not wait to open them. They are perfect. Better than boots I bought before even from North Face. If I could walk on clouds this is it! Now some comments have said you have to go up in size but normally with most boots I have to move up to a 9 if wearing boot socks etc but not these.

They fit so well that I put them on to break them in and I don’t want to take them off! Normally your feet are sore after an hour during break in. Not at all so far with this boot. I am impressed. It was cold out today so went for a small hike about a half mile hike in the cold weather and my feet are toasty.

The only bad thing I could say is on me for not getting these boots sooner. My cowboy boots and other hiking boots are going in the top shelf of my closet I doubt they get much use now. I did get in a small amount of snow and the traction is impressive.

So far sheds water with no problem, walking through a small creek there were no issues and no leaks but it is not deep. These will keep my feet dry on fishing piers and banks I am sure. I felt stronger on my hike maybe it was just mental but these actually provide a lot of support and are soft unlike a lot of hiking boots that feel at best clunky and blocky at times.

Bought these and have been wearing them to get them broken in. I’m now getting some impressions. 1. + They seem like they will remain waterproof which is one thing i was looking for so that’s good. 2.

– The sole liners are pretty poor. Like most shoes anymore, they are basically flat on the inside. Little arch support so I had to go spend another $50 to get quality arch supports. 3. – They rub on the top of my ankles so that is somewhat of an aggravation if I do much walking.

4. + They seem like they will be warm and with 400 gm of Thinsulate I hope that they are. 5. – The outer soles pick up lots of mud so need to clean and take off before I come in the house.

Was a little sceptical, reading the reviews. I compared lots of boots and needed a warm winter set without breaking the bank. Have been breaking these in and am pretty surprised, definitely pleased. I bought them large, and probably shouldn’t have, on third month of breaking them in.

I was a little concerned because I felt a little pressure on the toes and they had an overall stiffness at first. After a few weeks they started to loosen up a bit. Makes room for thicker wool socks.

I’ve always gotten blisters breaking in new shoes, no blisters or chafing. Pros: Excellent boot for the price, if you’re looking for a good boot that won’t cost half your housing costs, these will work.

Haven’t tested in really cold weather or waterproof-ness but sure they will work out well. Planning on treating the leather before wet weather hits. Good tread pattern for snow and ice. First set of lace hooks helps lace up, they lock a bit while you tighten up to top.

Give them a chance to break in, they loosen up a bit and are really comfortable after a month or two. As boots go, they feel really good and definitely a warm boot! Cons: If you want to buy American, stay away.

These are clearly tagged Made in China. Take the insoles out and throw them away, they are almost flat. Get a good insole with an arch support and they are way more comfortable and feel perfect. The lace hooks are plastic, I have read reviews of them breaking.

If you’re aware of that and treat them accordingly, should be fine. A bit on the heavy side, but hey, they are BOOTS.

So far they seem durable. The previous version of this shoe was very durable but had nylon loops instead of cleats for the laces and those would break making the shoe useless. These have stayed pretty stiff after nearly six months of daily use.

My only complaint is they aren’t true to size. they are wide and seem to run at least a half size larger than they are marked.