Columbia Men's Newton Ridge Plus II Waterproof Hiking Boots (Elk/Black, 10.5, D)

after buying Columbia products for over 35 years, this is the first item that has failed me. I broke these boots in walking around the office for the first summer I had them. Before I even got on the trail the sole on one started to separate. I put it down as a rarity and fixed it myself. I then went on a few hikes, less than 20 miles on these boots and the other sole started to separate as well. Pretty disappointing and not worth taking the chance of complete separation miles into the wilderness.

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] The first time I got to really put these boots to the test was last week in North Alabama, hiking the Walls of Jericho trail. It's pretty much up and down the side of a mountain, so not the easiest trail to conquer. Also, I hiked this trail in almost constant rain. After about 3 solid hours of hiking, my feet were still dry and warm, not to mention the comfort. I just wore regular Nike socks and had not one blister, no sore spots. Fit true to size. All-around great piece of footwear for me to use on the trails. Would recommend to anyone looking for a hiking boot, on a budget or not!

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I bought these boots to wear during the winter in Central New York. They are very comfortable. Almost a sneaker like fit. Good traction on slippery surfaces and snow. Keeps your feet warm and dry especially if you wear heavier socks. The only negative is they get marked up somewhat easily. Not a big issue overall.

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I bought these boots as a back up to my other Newton Ridge boots. I wear them all day long at work. I've currently spent four 14 hours days on my feet at a trade show in them, and they are extremely comfortable. The real reason for purchasing them was for chasing waterfalls. I do a lot of waterfall photography, and I am constantly in the water while shooting. These boots not only keep my feet dry, they also have great grip. I switched from another brand that was very similar, but had almost no grip on the rocks around the water. These boots are leaps and bounds ahead of that brand. I'd highly recommend these for hiking, work or play. They keep me dry, don't hurt my feet and are light and comfortable.

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I'm at the end of my 2nd pair of these great boots. I wear these everyday to work in all weather conditions and yes they are waterproof! I need an additional support in each boot, but that is because of my back and high arch issues, I can walk all day long and have no pain. Only problem with these boots is if you wear them everyday outside working they wear out in about 7 months. My soles on the boots are almost worn smooth in just 6 - 7 months of wear and I walk half on grass and half on asphalt