20 Best Winter Boots For Bunions (2023 Updated)

I love these boots. I got them for my trip to Iceland, where I’m currently writing this review. So far they have held up to Iceland’s elements. Through hiking treks, glacier tours, and even icelandic horseback riding, these boots have kept my feet surprisingly warm without them getting sweaty.

I don’t even need to wear woolen/thermal socks because of how insulated they are. Normal socks do just fine. They grip ice and snow beautifully. I didn’t break these in prior to my trip and wearing them daily hasn’t caused any pinching, blisters, or pain.

I swear by Sorel boots and will continue to use these boots for future adventures. Just make sure to go a full size up from your usual shoe size.

My 1st pair of Doc’s back in the late 80s were made in the UK, and they were AWESOME! They fit well, and were Durable and Comfortable straight out of the box. I didn’t have to replace them until the early/mid 00s.

I bought a pair of 1460-ish mid-calf lace-ups in Smooth Black, and a pair of Greasy Black zip-sides whose name escapes me at the moment. The zip-sides were UK-made, but the lace-ups were from China, I think, (bought both from DM’s online store) for some reason.

I read later that Production was being moved there for the stereotypical reasons. There was an easily-overlook-able difference in Material Quality and Workmanship; the Chinese lace-ups needed more Maintenance than the British zip-sides, as the leather tended to dry out more quickly, and they arrived on my doorstep with no insoles, which the Staff at my local Doc Marten’s store immediately comped me a pair when I stopped by to complain (that’s where they shipped from, so I figured I’d go straight to them with my problem).

Not a BIG Issue, but worth mentioning – they recently started eating into my heels due to a pair of inconveniently-placed wrinkles that have dried into place. I recently found my tin of Original Formula Wonder Balsam that I bought with my 1st pair of Doc’s (I’ve heard that they’ve changed the formula within the past 10yrs or so, but that may be no more than hearsay), and am in the process of trying to rescue those Smooth Black mid-calf lace-ups, as they are my favorites, and I’m loathe to let them die so easily.

The only way that style could be improved is by offering them in Greasy Black. My most recent purchase is a pair of Greasy Black 1460s that are marked as being Made In Thailand. Honestly, I had Issues with them straight out of the box.

The Greasy Black finish was closer to Smooth Black, except that they were covered in what I can only describe as “micro-wrinkles” (like the fingerprints on a baby), they felt notably dry to the touch, and the insoles were thin and adhesive-backed (that’s a 1st in my experience), making it much more difficult for me to replace them with the better-quality insole options available (personal habit).

Wonder Balsam to the rescue! I got the finish back to the Greasy Black that I love in about 36hrs, but that should NOT be necessary before the 1st Wearing. It took me about 30min to rip out all that adhesive-backed insole, which is about 29min longer than it should’ve taken to remove insoles.

Oh, and the included laces are thinner, and some sort of synthetic fiber. Yes, they’re easier to tighten for a snug fit, but they also loosen quickly while being tied. I’ll have to swing by the DM Store downtown to see if they have the old-style laces.

Another Minor Issue, but I’ve NEVER had an issue with my Doc’s if they were marked “Made In UK”, but they seem to have moved Production to Asia on a permanent basis….

At the local mall I tried a pair of Dr. Martens to verify that the size and fit was the correct one. 9 was too small and 11 was not available, so size 10 was given to me and I put one boot on, and the foot was in without being too loose, or too tight.

So then I gave the boots back to the store and thanked them. So once I became assured that my shoe size was the correct one, I then visited the Dr. Martens Made in England website and decided to order TWO PAIRS! The order was successful, I waited a few days and the shipping box arrived undamaged, complete and without any scratches or tears.

I opened the shipping box and there they were, TWO PAIRS! I immediately tried the first pair and I have not stopped wearing them since the boots arrived. The boots are comfortable, but I have to loosen up the top of the boot, otherwise my ankle will be choked and the skin will become irritated due to the tightness.

The leather smells everyday. I do not shine them with grease or anything, these boots are not to be altered in anyway. I will not use any shining greases at all, all this will do is gather dust on the boot.

No No No. The boots will remain as they are in their original form until I wear them completely out. I would like to thank the workers at the manufacturing center in Wollaston, England for continuing to make excellent leather boots.

The price was not expensive, I understand why the price is different from the Chinese made boots, so I decided to choose the original factory made boots and pay the fair and correct price. Thank You for shipping my order correctly! Oh and I have recommended Dr.

Martens boots to my family members in case they decide to buy quality leather shoes. May you stay in business day in and day out forever. God Save The Queen! Cheers and all the very best!.

I bought these for my daughter and in all things, you learn a lesson. I am an older guy and remember when things were built for the person, not the company. Doc Martens has a particular brand that is very popular but that popularity is marketing, not product driven.

Having worn Army Surplus boots since the 1980’s, I know boots. And this is the equivalent of buying un-treated cow hide that has yet to be tumbled. Or like purposely stiffened Jeans that you despise having touch your skin but it’s a particular look.

This was the second pair as the previous ran small and now these do as well. So I paid nearly two hundred dollars for boots this kid will likely have sitting on a shelf, which I can understand, since it would take years to soften these up.

And they are so uncomfortable, that she will choose them ONLY on special occasions to show off. They will never be an every day boot. Your company makes a fine product but what of it? If you can’t be comfortable and enjoy it.

Thats ridiculous. It’s a status symbol and useless. A waste of money. I could buy used similar boots at Good Will for $6. 99 (or used to be able to) and DID, which my kids grew out of and gave away. But those boots were soft, comfortable, looked great, and lasted forever.

I could easily have bought cheapie boots at Walmart NEW for $40 to $60 dollars that would easily rival these in form and fit. Could you call them knock offs? Perhaps. But they would have shoes leather that was already pliable and comfortable in-store.

Not something you had to wear for two years before you made an ankle crease. That’s nuts. I feel ripped off. I used to sell shoes and my father was a Furrier and Leather hand bag maker when I was a kid, so I know what goes into such things of finery.

This product is a JOKE by comparison. In the 1970’s the Levi Straus company decided to take the drastic measure of adding rocks to the pockets and tumble washing their products to make them more appealing.

It worked and the entire world wanted soft Jeans you could put on and have that broken in feel. Perhaps your company might consider getting off your dumb high horse and making something that is worth the ridiculous price.

I desperately wish I could get my money back.

I was looking for a nice sort of looking boot, but one that was a lot more functional and practical for outdoor winter activities. These have been pretty good so far! I’ve used them for ice fishing and general walking the dog, sledding etc in Ontario 0 to -30 so far and my feet haven’t gotten cold yet.

Great grip on them too which was a significant improvement from my other boots anyway. Tested them on icy frozen sidewalks and roads as well as slushier weather, feet have stayed dry so far. I would recommend to maybe buy half a size up if you can.

I like to wear two pairs of socks cotton and wool especially on colder days and found it a bit snug, but I am slowly trying to stretch them out.

Where I live it gets cold. Cold cold. So cold that the cold burns your face and you ask yourself why you live in a place this ****** cold. I don’t know why I do. Affordability as a millennial, I guess? Anyway, enter these boots.

These boots are IT. They are warm, they are snow proof, and they are SO. RIDICULOUSLY. COMFY. They slip on easily, which is a plus when I’m stumbling around at 3am taking my dog to go potty for, what seems like, the 20th time only for her to just sit in the cold and look cute.

I wear a size 9 (UK 7, typically) in almost all shoes, and these followed suit. They are neither too narrow nor too wide. They are my winter glass slippers—my faux fur boots. Perfection. If you’re on the fence, hop off to the warmer side.

Your feet will thank you!.

I LOVE my boots. I received the grey version in size 7. 5 for Christmas which is my true size. They fit perfectly. I do not have particularly “wide” feet or “narrow” feet, and would say these fit comfortably.

It does not feel like you’re wearing a boot. They are not stiff, and flexible even when walking all day in them. I live in a snowy state and these keep my feet dry, and warm. It really just feels like you’re wearing your favorite pair of sneakers.

I was worried these would be a bit bulky but they are not at all. Very lightweight, very comfortable. I will be purchasing a second pair in a different color because I seriously love these so much! Highly recommend!.

If you are a girl on the go and have zero patience for the tall obnoxious winter boot that dictates your pant options- these boots are a must. They are the result of a hiking boot dad and high top sneaker mom that made the perfect cold weather baby.

Warm, waterproof, and so very stylishly comfortable. Love the red chalk color, which is out of my color wheel for boots but they work! A muted color so they are very versatile that I feel will match up with everything and make a statement while doing it.

Bye bye boring beige/neutral. not on these feet this winter.

I’m almost mad at how great these winter boots are! I wish I’d had them every winter. They’re comfortable like sneakers, and they’re super warm, to the point where it feels like my feet are heating up the rest of my body.

The thick sole is definitely making it more of a squishy/bouncy walking feeling, rather than an efficient/tight walking feeling, but I don’t really mind — they’re not heavy, and the cushioning seems nice to have.

I’ve been enjoying these so much that several times now I ended up walking much farther than I had been meaning to 🙂 Regarding the size, my feet are pretty wide so on the recommendation of a few reviews here, I sized up half a size and have not regretted this.

Did some research into reviews on the BugaBoot III. Purchased in Boxing Day sales. Made a mistake thinking it was the Omni Heat version which it wasn’t. Came with just 200g of insulation without Omniheat liner.

Even with good quality merino wool socks, my feet were cold in -5C degrees when the Bugaboot is rated down to -32C. Regret not choosing KEEN Summit County winter boots (300 g Keen. Warm™ upper insulation and 450 g Keen.

Warm™ toe insulation). Size wise, another disaster as I was strongly recommended by the ales staff to take 8. 5US when I insisted my normal boots size of 9. 0US. At least I chose the WIDE fitting instead of the regular.

Still, after walking in the snow for 1hr, the Bugaboots were tight and uncomfortable to the extent my foot hurts, even with one layer of merino wool socks (medium thickness). As to the quality of the construction, not only do these look cheap but inferior to KEEN SUMMIT COUNTY and NORTH FACE Chillkat 400 II.

Should have gone for TNF or KEEN. Probably too late to return the Buggers for a refund so money down the drain. These Bugger boots are going straight into the rubbish bin unless Columbia can do something about a refund.

Worst purchase ever on winter boots. Next stop Salomon Tundra Pro or Keen Summit County or TNF Chillkats 400s. Anything but the Bugger boots. I would not recommend the Bugger boots to anyone regardless, the buying experience has been dire so my mind is made up to on Salomon or Keen or TheNorthFace.

I Purchased these right off the website and paid close to retail. Reviews were excellent and there are much higher priced boots out there (HH) that were above $200. 00. My son in law has a pair and when I look at them both side by side I am glad I purchased the Columbia! I walk 2 large dogs at all times of the day from early morning to late evening with Temperatures this December in Greater Edmonton Alberta hitting below -30 Celsius.

I normally get very cold in most boots rated to this temperature. They only have 200 grams of insulation and I expected to freeze my feet at these temperatures. I do keep moving but these boots fit like a high end ski boot.

They are high to above my ankle and fit snug with full laces with a waterproof outside and warm lining that is thick with lots of cushion and support. The sole is the best I have ever had that grips the ice from any temperature.

I usually put on ice cleats and never seem to need them. The compound is flexible and comfortable at all temperatures and I can walk greater distances with no fatigue. I have bought the cheap boots that don’t even last a season and would not cheap out again.

I rarely write a review but this is the most capable boot at any price point in my opinion. I am 65 years old, very fit and my skinny jeans will fit right over these boots laced up. That’s for us old guys that haven’t got use to you young people that like to wear your jeans above your ankles rolled up with bare feet in your flat soled designer shoes with no arch support ;-).

This is a solidly built boot with excellent ankle and foot support as well as excellent waterproofing. The lacing system is great and together with the construction, imparts a very secure feeling in uncertain terrain.

Deep snow traction is excellent, packed snow – middling – this doesn’t have enough bite to feel very confident or maintain pace. Ice even less so, though most boots without studs aren’t really meant for ice anyways.

Cushioning is very good, not plush, but not too firm either. It’s usable for long hikes even with my 240 pounds. I was very warm in 15F degree weather and feel confident this would take me down to subzero temps – in fact, I didn’t even need my usual merino wool socks with this boot.

In terms of fit, the wide worked very well for me, but the shoe tends to run at least a half size long for its stated size. I wish I had gone a half size down before using this.

After developing foot issues that require a wider toe box, I tried several different brands and models of day hikers, but was never quite satisfied with comfort and support. I kept ending up with sore soles and felt like I would still roll an ankle on tougher trails.

I’d never heard of Hanwag, but these popped up on MEC’s website as something new, so I read up on them and was excited to order a pair. They exceed my expectations! Though a bit heavier than I initially wanted, they are obviously a quality product that is going to last a very long time on all sorts of terrain.

The weight, coupled with amazing support actually gives me a sense that I can keep swinging my legs for more miles, and I have not felt like I needed to get them off my feet after a hike. In fact, I often keep them on to do yard work afterwards.

This is a solid boot that hugs my feet and has support for the whole arch (tho I did have to add a very thin insole that has a super thin arch cookie for my own foot issues, a regular height arch that’s starting to fall a bit).

My feet are regular width, but need some room for my toes to spread, and there’s plenty of room without my foot sliding around. The lacing system is fantastic in that you can tighten the forefoot, hook the first eyelets which lock the laces (also great for my feet which can’t be laced too tight), and then cinch the ankle good and tight for great support.

These boots will serve me well for long distance hikes and rugged trails and hills as they have far better support than some of the lighter weight options I had trialed. Their company will replace the soles if they wear out (tho you’ll have to send or take them to Europe), so this speaks well for the confidence they have in their product, and I could feel as soon as I pulled them out of the box that they are a well-made, well engineered product! A thin, wool sock suffices in up to -20C weather if you keep moving, and the soles grip really well on all but the icy patches, but I haven’t had a chance to try them on wet rocks yet.

No blisters to report, but I haven’t had sustained uphill yet either; can’t wait!.

Hello Fellow Bunionites: Thanks to Hanwag, we now have an option of a last that is designed to provide the right kind of room and support to our bones. I bought these boots in hopes of hiking in them but it’s taking longer to break them in than I imagined.

They are well designed and constructed. My foot and ankles feel supported in them. I wore them around the house for a full week without issue, decided to keep them, and then took a city walk of less than two miles in them.

I came home with a big blister on the top of my foot (on the big toe knuckle) that set me back. I am still trying to break them in before a trip to Grand Teton National Park in two weeks, but it’s slow going for my left foot.

If you decide to invest in this boot, I suggest ordering a pair of the Hanwag bunion socks at the same moment. I wish I had done that, since a later decision to purchase the socks proved it was worth it.

I’m grateful for Hanwag and for Moosejaw for recognizing us and our feet. Finally, someone is paying attention to the fact that surgery is not a solution for some. I appreciate the prompt delivery and ease of return (this is the second Hanwag style I have tried).

And I’m REALLY hoping my feet toughen up for the journey and these boots become old friends.

I bought these boots as I was going on a 4 day hiking trip in BC and my previous boots were too light weight and worn out for rocky terrain. I’ve tried many different makes/models of boots trying to find the right fit and comfort.

These boots were comfortable right away. I spent quite some time walking around in the store and did the same at home for 4 days before heading off on my trip. The boots worked perfectly! They were great walking across loose rock, large boulders, through snow and across rivers.

The only thing I find is that they loosen off and I have to remember to re-tie them before I head down the mountain. Not sure I love the laces, I may change them. All in all, a great lightweight, comfortable boot and waterproof – they look good too! I bought the Revivex Suede & Fabric Boot Care Kit also – and they clean very easily and get back to like new.

Highly recommend. I was also pleased to know that MEC offer a ‘Field Trial’ on the boot – so if they hadn’t worked out on my trip, I could take them back for a refund. Great service from MEC and makes it worthwhile shopping there.

I needed a pair of boots to wear in NY’s ever changing fall-winter weather. I saw these and thought they would be perfect. I teach so I am on my feet a lot and need something comfortable. They are adorable and can be used daily.

I am sure the ridges underneath will be good in wet/wintery pavement. However, they were too tight and I have to exchange them. I am usually a size 7 and that is what I ordered but need to purchase a half size up.

I have thin narrow feet and can generally fit into anything my size without an issue but these were too narrow. I believe they would be comfortable if worn for long periods of time. I will come back and edit my review once I’ve worn them a full day.

I wear a 7. 5 or 8. Usually an 8 as one foot is slightly larger. I wear my boots with a medium sock and can fit my index finger between my heel and the back of the boot. I wear a lot of western boots and that is what works for me, especially non flexible boots.

You need a little slippage. At first I thought they were too big, but as I wear them, they are more comfortable every minute. I wear a B width and can flex my toes easily. Easy to get on and off, good support, no sliding forward.

Exactly what I was looking for, a bit of a heel. You can roll your jeans, wear boot cut or skinny jeans. All look great.

The wedge in this boot is a little lower and more comfortable for a natural foot shape than the Joan of Arctic wedge. Will take a few wears for the them to pull on easy, but I like the slightly narrow foot opening.

I’m a 6. 5 and ordered my size and they fit true with a midweight sock. After I break them in, I’ll be able to wear a boot sock. Super sturdy leather and the pull on the back is big enough to fit my finger in.

They are comfortable and stylish. Like with all Sorel waterproof leather boots, they take a little breaking in. Very pleased with my purchase. Shipped on time.

I have bought many pairs of shoes and slippers from Orthofeet and overall am very happy to finally have support and correction for my overpronation/plantar fasciitis issues. I consider my feet “cured” as long as I wear Orthofeet shoes.

The need for waterproof boots with the same orthotics protection was a logical addition this year. The support is, as expected, really good but they do have a tendency to slip at the heels every time I bend my foot when walking.

Three things improved, but did not eliminate, the problem: I added both green and blue innersole liners that come with all of the shoes I have bought. Next I wore very bulky knit socks instead of my usual winter weight cotton socks.

And third, I added the arch booster plus paid more attention to securing the two velcro type straps that secure the boots. The latter, I believe, are the likely cause of the heel looseness. All of my other Orthofeet shoes have ties that, by design, secure the my feet tightly into the shoes.

I decided to keep the boots despite the imperfection because the arch support was the big plus. And yes, they truly are waterproof having been tested in our recent snowfalls and salted roads.

These plush-lined Velcro-fastened boots are great. Warm, comfortable, soft inside and sturdy outside. I’m giving four stars instead of five because the shoes run small for length. I’m a standard size 5 but I ordered 5 1/2 and they fit but still feel a bit snug heel to toe.

I only knew to do this because when I ordered sandals size 5 over the summer I couldn’t even get my feet inside them. The last seems to be shorter than for standard American brands, and the boots look small compared to my other size 5 shoes.

I still definitely recommend these shoes. They are comfortable and deep. If you wear orthotics there’s plenty of room vertically, and they all come with “spacers” to fill the deeps if you don’t need orthotics.

I also love the suede material of the boots instead of the more common synthetic or rubber of most boots.

When my boots arrived, I was suffering with swelling and pain in my feet, making it uncomfortable to walk. Nonetheless, I couldn’t wait to try my new Florence boots on. I was absolutely shocked by how comfortable they were.

More comfortable then walking in my bare feet. I was walking so much better while wearing them all over the house. When I went outside in near zero temperatures, my feet remained comfortable and toasty warm.

I’ve never had such a comfortable pair of boots in my life. I told my family these boots worked like magic on my sore feet. Now we called these my magic boots. This product has far exceeded my expectations, and i look forward to purchasing more Orthofeet products (shoes, slippers) so I don’t have to wear my boots in the house.

On a side note, these boots did not slip on snowy, icy areas.

I bought the women’s Escalate boot and can honestly say, after living in Alaska for 6 years, my feet have never been warmer! I wear a 6. 5 usually but like my shoes big. When I bought mine they only had a 6 in stock so I just tried them.

I was pleasantly surprised that the 6 fit just fine, even with a thicker pair of winter socks. They kind of “hugged” my feet but after a few days of wearing they are perfect. I find the support fine in mine even after wearing for hours all around Anchorage.

I bought my husband this pair for Christmas and he loves them! He loved mine; insanely light-weight, can put on really quickly, and durable enough for light snow sports. I wore mine sledding and my feet were warm and I wore a pair of fleece socks (seriously look up military fleece socks) over my normal socks and the boots have a little give that allows for that extra sock AND best thing is my feet have never been warmer while sledding.

He wears combat boots daily for work so I just bought the same size (12) as his Under Armour boots and at first he said they were snug but after about 10 minutes he said they were perfect size wise. He has regular (not high arches) feet and says these are good boots as far as functionality but he recommends a pair of insoles because they are pretty flat on the bottom.

The good stuff first. They are so lightweight that it’s insane. A joy to walk long distances with my dogs which I do every day and also so easy to drive in because they are not a huge boot. I don’t know how they will be when it gets really cold.

I have used them at about 18F which isn’t really cold and they were fine at this temp. The bad stuff. The soft lining on the inside of the boot gets pulled down when I put the boot on so I have to stick my hand in to hold it.

The main tie string is so super long after I tighten the boots that it drags on the ground when I walk so I have to tuck that into the top of the boots to secure it. If I don’t tie the strings tight and leave the boot more loose the heal sucks my winter socks right down past my heel which is very uncomfortable.

They do have a super grip traction which is great but the tread holds and packs the snow and if you need to run back in the house for something you will track snow on every single step and since they aren’t so easy to put on and off taking them off is not an option.

Once they are on they need to stay on. But I will say they are comfortable and light which I do love.

I was looking for a boot to walk long distances through snow in with dogs. These were much too loose around the ankle to stay on (they would pull socks) or be safe. I assumed the cord would be elastic but it is not so tightening is not really feasible.

These were also a lower profile than I expected (they were higher than another Baffin style) and didn’t give as much coverage as I’m looking for, for snow. They are super light and attractive enough looking.

I didn’t find the footbed a good fit for me but otherwise they would be great for driving if you needed to be out in snow doing errands or walking/meandering with kids. There should be a category for functionality (gosh, isn’t a boot like this meant to do something?) in the review section.

Thanks for trying Baffin.

My search for well fitting boots has been complicated by a narrow heel and wide instep; feet almost impossibly between just about all manufacturer’s sizes (10. 3? 43. 6? no one makes these); and then, a few years ago, plantar fasciitis, which I think was in part brought on by the new crop of shoes with almost no insole structure, combined with my search for light weight boots.

Lightweight, by the by, seems to be partially accomplished by slicing weight by slicing the outsole, which means some amount of the structure is sliced away as well. I tried low top boots, and a variety of high top light weight boots, and at the end of the day, day pack or weekend pack, my feet were pretty sore.

Sure, my Asolo 520 GTX boots, with all that weight, would protect my feet, but I was trying to get away from that weight, hence my foray into the world of light weight and reduced support. The third outsoles are still in good shape on those 520s, but the stitching needed to be redone and I figured, time for new boots.

Heavy boots. Over-the-ankle boots. But, the reviews on the new version of the 520s were pretty poor so I needed to look elsewhere. My search came up with Hanwag. I’d seen a few ads in Backpacker for the Hanwag Tatra and pointed them out to my wife, born and raised hiking and skiing in the Tatra Mountains of southern Poland, so when they turned up on my search–narrow heel wide instep–I was more than amused I was intrigued.

And bought them 2 years ago. The lace locks are a vital touch; being able to easily isolate lacing from top to bottom is better accomplished with this simple thing, and it allows a looser lower to stay looser from the snugger upper.

The padded collar is supremely comfortable, and the almost weird outsole shape provides stability and comfort for long days on all kinds of trails. They’re not light–I gave up on light, even if I didn’t embrace foot weights–but they prove the old adage that if really comfortable and easy to articulate on a tough trail, the weight won’t be noticed.

And it’s not. I pulled and tossed the insoles. The only shoe or boot I’ve bought in 30 years that had really keepable insoles have been Oboz, and everything else, no matter the price, gets my Superfeet insoles.

They transform good to great and great to superb. If any shoe or boot fits your feet, I’m happy for you. That’s not the case for me, so when something this good comes along I think other people looking for the same thing should know about it.

I’ve spent easily $1,000 dollars over the past 8 years trying to find a light weight hiking boot that worked for me, and I have to say it was a foolish–and pricey–adventure. These boots have proven themselves so well to me, I just bought a pair of Hanwag Vason shoes (from another company), and am already very impressed with the supreme comfort and support they provide over most other shoes I own or have tried.

They have more than my vote, they have my money.

Background and disclosures on what I am using these for: Dayhikes carrying a 3 or 5 year old with supplies and/or on mild/cold weather backpacking trips. 35-55 lbs total Since discovering Sole cork insoles, I put them in every shoe/boot I use to support my high arches, so I can’t speak to the stock Hanwag insoles.

Liner socks + merino wool socks no matter the weather helps substantially with blister control. Had to be resoleable. I was searching for my next decade boot. Living in CA now, having a waterproof boot isn’t as imperative as it was in my time in the PNWet, but it is still needed for year round, “whole-lot-of-not-carin’ ” hiking/backing like I enjoy doing even if it is raining.

After 12 years with my Asolo’s the sole started flapping around due to the classic foam midsole deterioration problem they are known to have in their design. (Quick plug for the Asolos – The uppers were still great and I did look into resoling, but over the years my arches seemed to flatten, so I was getting toe hammer more regularly and needed a larger size anyway.

They found a new home in my family will hopefully be resoled and last another decade there. ) Back to the Hanwags. Support – Solid ankle support, comfortable materials in both the sole but also the interior of the boot which is like a memory foam comforter for my whole foot/ankle! The tread is more aggressive and with the boots shank/tread isolating your foot from feeling every rock on the trail, you won’t need to worry about foot fatigue while walking on granite all day.

The lacing system adds to this – see below for more details. Lacing System – Dual zone lacing system that works way better than just a single zone system. The ball bearings make a noticeable difference in the evenness of the tension on the lower part of the boot allowing for some great control.

The eye used to isolate upper and lower tensions is not as effective as my mountaineering boots (Scarpa Montblancs & La Sportiva Spantiks), in that it doesn’t grab as easily. But from a functionality perspective, they do the job but you do have to ensure you get the lace locked into place.

Then you can work on getting the tension in the upper part of the boot how you like it. This, along with slightly more perceived quality in build construction is what made my decision over the second place boot by Mammut.

Uppers – The leather on the upper is of high quality and flexible. I don’t feel pinch points while walking up or down. I kneel with them on and still have enough flex to avoid painful pinch points. They feel thick enough to last and the stitching is very solid.

Breathability – Thus far I have worn these boots for 10+ hours inside my house and for a 6 mile hike. Even with my dual sock strategy, I have yet to feel that my feet were “wetting out” the boot from the inside.

Are they warm? Yes. But likely due to the nice amount of interior padding, their seems to be enough air space for that moisture to move away from my foot through my sock system and expelled out of the boot.

In all honesty, this is where I was worried the most about these boots when I first put them on due to the higher amount of leather + Goretex, but in practice it hasn’t been a problem at all. I am very pleased and surprised.

Build quality – Stitching where the inner of the boot connects to the tongue and the softer padded material around the collar of the boot were what sold me on this boot over the Mammuts, which were very similar in a lot of ways.

The seams and stitching are immaculate. Even at $50 more, I could reconcile the price difference with the perceived build quality of the Hanwags, even though I truly believe the Mammut Trovats would also be a great option for a 10 year boot for me.

“Party bonus” Features – Ball bearing lacing system, Upper/lower boot isolation system, build quality, breathability, beefy tread, potential to be used with strap-on crampons. Summary – Hanwags aren’t easily found, but worth a go.

Fits true to size. I wear 12M. I thought I might end up returning at least one pair before getting the right fit because there is no dealer close enough for me to try them before ordering. Fortunately, mine was true to size.

Some reviewers complain about the toe box being too narrow but I found after wearing the boots a few times it loosens up just enough. The support is outstanding. I worked all day in the yard wearing an old pair of my boots and could hardly walk that evening and the next morning due to pain in my left leg.

I put these boots on that morning and immediately the pain was gone. I wore them all that day pain free. Lesson learned again, footwear matters. I recommend these boots and intend to try another model of Hanwag too.

I was very happy to discover that the Toewarmers brand is still made in Canada. These were a replacement for a pair purchased in 2007. The style has changed little since then; the heel, though, is a bit wider.

It’s still basically the same style. Then, as now, I found it necessary to size up a half size from my normal boot size to accommodate thicker socks. Shoemall did an excellent job of packaging and shipping.

I highly recommend.

These are really nice shoes. The fabric is interesting, it’s sort of like nylon. It’s hard to explain, but they still look really nice. 🤗 True to size. I bought the xtra wide because of a large bunion my big toe (tmi?).

SPOILED CHRISTMAS GIFT. CHRISTMAS PRESENT. ONE LEFT FOOT SIZE 9 ONE SIZE 7. BOTH FOR LEFT FOOT. PLEASE LOOK INTO THIS MISTAKE AND SEND ME A SIZE 9 BOOT FOR RIGHT FOOT OR A REFUND. A VERY DISAPPOINTED CUSTOMER.

These boots are a complete disappointment. I’ve been brand-loyal to Columbia for outerwear for a decade, and finally decided to try some footwear this year. I ordered both the Minx and the Heavenly boots in a size 6 (I normally wear a 5, but had read enough reviews to know that Columbia boots run small – they do).

The Minx were so narrow that I couldn’t even shove my average-width feet into them. The Heavenly fit well, so I decided to keep them. After a few weeks or light use, here’s what I hate: 1. They are nearly impossible to put on.

I got zip boots for easy on-and-off, but these take more time and effort to put on than my heavy-duty lace-up winter hiking boots. The heel cup is incredibly stiff, and the liner is flimsy and not adequately affixed to the rest of the boot.

When I slide my foot in, the liner gets shoved down and bunches up inside the stiff heel cup. So I have to wrestle the inner layer up out of the boot to line back up with the outer layer once my foot is in.

This is getting worse every time I wear the boots, as the liner becomes more and more misshapen and stretched out. 2. They are nearly impossible to zip up. Once I finally have my feet in the things, it’s time to wrestle with the zipper.

There is a decorative band of fabric going around the ankle, and the fabric is very stiff. Add to that the several seams sewn across the fabric and along the edge of the zipper, and you have a big hunk of stiff fabric to get the zipper through.

I have to hold the boot together with one hand while yanking the zipper up with the other hand and it’s HARD (I’m an athlete and have strong hands – these would be absolutely impossible for someone with weakness or stiffness in their hands).

Unlike the first problem, this is getting a bit better with wear, as the fabric gets worn and softens up a bit. But it is such a ridiculously stupid and avoidable design issue, that I find myself cursing out Columbia every time I put them on.

3. Despite the elaborate maneuvers required to don these boots, they don’t feel secure once they’re on. My heels slip with every step due to the poorly matched liner and heel cup. 4. They’re not even that warm.

My $30 faux shearling boots are much, much, much warmer than these. The only positives is that they’re fairly cute for snow boots, and the sole is flexible and cushioned (one of the main reasons I purchased them).

Overall, I’m sufficiently disappointed in these boots to never try Columbia footwear again. After several weeks of trying to make these work, I’ve started instead borrowing my son’s cheap outgrown snow boots – which are warm and easy to get on – and letting these $130 babies rot on a shelf.

I have been looking for the perfect winter boot and I found it! So far it has kept my feet warm and dry in conditions as cold as single digits. The boots is as comfortable as sneakers and feels great as I chase around after my kids.

The traction is enough for walking in the snow but not enough on icy grounds. On icy days I just slip on my snowtrax over the boot. I tie the laces a little loose so I can easily slide my feet in and out of the boot on the go.

I tie them tighter if I am wearing them walking through the snow or wet conditions. Most of all, I like the look. The boots are light and doesn’t feel bulky. I wear a size 5. 5, and the length and fit is perfect.

These boots are really comfortable. I’m the type of person who will wear something for ages and ages until it’s physically impossible to do so any longer, so I have pretty high standards. I needed good warm, snowproof winter boots to wear in the snowy mountains of Oregon.

My feet get cold easily. I’ve started helping out with my son’s ski races at the base on occasion, but the last time I did so in my old ‘Duck’ boots, my feet were soo cold they hurt, hence this purchase.

I researched all the boots out there and was hoping these would be my solution, but after 4 hours standing on packed snow in 30°F or lower with 2 pairs of socks on, my feet (toes especially) were freezing! Granted I wasn’t walking around much.

I do like the look and they are super cozy. felt like walking on a cushion, so I want to give them another try. Honestly, there may not be any boots that could keep my feet warm unless they’re heated.

I honestly think that if I was using them to go for a walk in the winter, they’d be great! So my next venture will be taking them snowshoeing and see if my feet are still cold.

These are great boots. They are incredibly comfortable and have plenty of room for bigger feet and calves/ankles. They are very universal and will look nice for normal wear outside of just being a winter boot.

I’ve been many Torrid shoe reviews mention sizing down because of the wide width, but with the extra fluff in these they fit just right and are supportive without being tight or suffocating. They have a strench panel near the zipper so they won’t squeeze your leg.

Mine will be laced tighter because of the additional room and stretch. That never happens! They have great traction and support, and still look cute, very similar to a combat or utility boot. The fluff is not immediately noticeable like most winter boots, so they can easily be universal.

They’re made well and seem like they will last several seasons.

These boots are amazing – comfortable – definitely can walk hours in the snow in these. They are water proof but will not keep your feet overly warm (which is my preference. I run warm already) They are the sturdiest yet light weight boots I’ve ever worn.

My only down sides is – they look a little hospital shoe-ish. yah know. If you wear these under your pant leg, it looks like you are wearing orthopedic kitchen non slip shoes. The function of these shoes are so great I’m keeping it a 5 star rating.

But they are not as cute in person as they look on the website.

I ordered these after my old winter boots started to leak and did not insulate (a major issue when living in the Midwest), and I’m so glad I did. They are truly waterproof, the fuzzy insides are so warm, they are very easy to put on via zipper or laces, and SO COMFY.

I’ve never had boots this comfortable, and as someone with wide feet and high arches and 11W, this is a true rarity. They are a touch on the heavy side, I did clomp a bit as I walked around clinic, but they are stylish enough that I didn’t have to change them for other shoes, they fit very well into my urban/professional goth wardrobe.

Highly recommend!.