After years of not having a proper set of snow/rain boots, I finally decided to reach out and purchase these Sorel boots (I'll confess, they were purchased during the height of the Bean boot season). Not being as highly regarded as the aforementioned LL Bean variety, I was hesitant but pleasantly surprised that they lived up to being slightly beyond my expectations.
First and foremost, they are comfortable. The boots fit right to size, are light, and haven't had any of the uncomfortable chafing that generally comes with new boot purchases.
The lining is thick, however, so on less than cold days I find my toes sweating a bit more than I'd like. That being said, they _are_ snow boots, so I hardly think I can hold that against them.
Stylistically, they're a bit chunky, but there's nothing quite egregious enough that any of that matters.
They have kept good traction under icier conditions and have a good seal keeping water out.
Honestly, if you're in the mood for a snow boot that's not competing for style points, it'd be hard to pass these up.
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Initial impressions are that these boots are well made - no cracks, no stray thread or oddities. These are rated for cold, tag says -25 but who knows other than the boots are insulated. I've worn them a few times and they fit perfectly with thick socks. I actually added an insole for more arch support and still have some wriggle room (it helps going up a half size).The color is as described...love the green leather, the red boot strings and the rubber lowers is a dark navy blue.I'm very happy with these and get to test them out on a retreat next week up in WI. I'll see how they hold up to hiking up a mountain with snow etc.Update: I had a chance to hike and walk around in these boots and am happy to say that they kept me warm during the 17f temp (and below) and the snow. I was expecting a lot of slipping around based on some reviews but that only happened when I stepped on this giant sheet of ice, otherwise the grip was good!!!
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Reviewed in the United States on March 10, 2017
Reviewed in the United States on January 26, 2017
Size: 8Color: Sage/SanguineVerified Purchase
Initial impressions are that these boots are well made - no cracks, no stray thread or oddities. These are rated for cold, tag says -25 but who knows other than the boots are insulated. I've worn them a few times and they fit perfectly with thick socks. I actually added an insole for more arch support and still have some wriggle room (it helps going up a half size).
The color is as described...love the green leather, the red boot strings and the rubber lowers is a dark navy blue.
I'm very happy with these and get to test them out on a retreat next week up in WI. I'll see how they hold up to hiking up a mountain with snow etc.
Update: I had a chance to hike and walk around in these boots and am happy to say that they kept me warm during the 17f temp (and below) and the snow. I was expecting a lot of slipping around based on some reviews but that only happened when I stepped on this giant sheet of ice, otherwise the grip was good!!!
The color is as described...love the green leather, the red boot strings and the rubber lowers is a dark navy blue.
I'm very happy with these and get to test them out on a retreat next week up in WI. I'll see how they hold up to hiking up a mountain with snow etc.
Update: I had a chance to hike and walk around in these boots and am happy to say that they kept me warm during the 17f temp (and below) and the snow. I was expecting a lot of slipping around based on some reviews but that only happened when I stepped on this giant sheet of ice, otherwise the grip was good!!!
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Reviewed in the United States on December 28, 2015
Reviewed in the United States on January 19, 2017
These boots came in horrible condition. There was white caked on dirt on the bottom rubber part of the left boot. The top of the boot that sits above the ankle was worn away with a blue stain. It looks as though someone stained it and tried rubbing it out until the surrounding area turned a lighter brown and the suede wore away. I am returning !
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Reviewed in the United States on December 1, 2016
Reviewed in the United States on December 26, 2015
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