Columbia Bugaboot III Waterproof Snow Boot - Men's

I've purchased bugaboots for many years. (series 1 and series 2). They have been my absolute favorite. i needed to replace them, so naturally i didn't even shop at the store, i just purchased it right away based on series 1 and 2. Ummm... not so fast, i'll note. The good: taller style - seems to protect more of my shin and positively changes the torque on my ankles. i like! FIT: PERFECTION! (It seemed a little tight at first, but after wearing one day, it was perfect. The sole on this version seems to be a little more grippy and jagged than version II - i like! The outer shoes is mostly rubber and man made materials instead of leather. I THINK i like this better. but this leads me to the Not so good: 1. The outer shoe is WAAAYYY more flexible than version 1 or 2. As a result - which i definitely DO NOT LIKE - side pivots (like if you're pushing something and your foot is sideways and the foundation of your push) result in your foot sliding OFF the inner foundation, and only thing holding your foot then is the rubber outer sole and its stitching. That is to say, you will need to be mindful AND Careful with these when doing activites requiring sideways thrusts - for sure you may twist your ankle. It's simply too flexible because its all rubber (version 2 was much stiffer and side thrusts were stable without cause for 'being careful'. In the end, since i do a lot of activity requiring pushing, i fear the stitching will wear out quickly and just fall apart. (That's what happened with my version 2 - but only after almost 10 years. These DEFINITELY won't last that long.) 2. Cushioning : dreadful. Not sure why Columbia moved to having almost NO cushion on the tongue as version 1 and 2 had. Additionally around the top of the boot, version 1 and 2, also had thick cushioning. in this way when you tied the shoe all the way up, the cushion around your leg (where the pressure rests most with the string tie) simply hugged your shins tightly but comfortably. Sadly, all of this was removed on version 3. So, while there is a vvvvveeeeryyyy thin layer of cushioning, its not much thicker than a slightly thick sock. So, tie your boots up tight - - and the tongue digs into your leg and the upper ridge of the shoe opening digs into your skin. GEEZ ... i hope this gets better with wear, but after 2 hours - i had to take them off - and i had an abrasion around my shin where the tongue dug in and the upper ridge also dug in. I even tried to loosen the shoe strings so much that they were almost not tied tight. But that defeated the purpose - now water/snow gets inside your shoe, and more importantly, instead of being stable and balanced, the boot kinda flopped around. It was made to tied tight - but doing so creates a real discomfort problem. Okay, so, unless version 4 fixes two problems, this will be my last purchase of the mighty, beloved bugaboot. Recommendation? Trust me - go with the "Men's GeoTerra OutDry Leather Boot" - it's already addressed all those issues i mentioned, costs about the same, and its comfort is a 9/10! If you dont' like the GeoTerra style, then bugaboot II is best, but bugaboot III is not far behind

got the boots for winter and like the waterproof shell-- once laced up are very comfortable and probably be okay with a shorter height ... but if walking in deep snow it would be great-- my only critical feedback is that the lacing system really sucks -- most upper part of boots i have had have clips which allows for better faster lacing-- too tight as it is for lacing-- best boot system i have had used smooth rollers

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] These are exactly the boot I was looking for to replace my older pair

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Probably the best value men’s winter boots out there. Very warm and lots of support. Should last a few winters. I’m a size 10.5 wide and the 11s are perfect on me.

Comfortable and very good for snow, very light and soft

I’ve had my shoes for more than 5 and I have no issue with the boots. It’s the best winter boot I’ve had. I wear 9- 91/2 but these are size 10. I bought it big so I could wear 2 socks which makes it more snug, warm and comfortable. Normal wear and tear.

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Fit true to size, comfortable right out of the box, and kept my feet warm in cold weather. Fully waterproof and surprisingly not bulky, which makes them easy to wear all day. Solid choice for winter conditions.

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I am replace the same model I have had for 6+ years and I have worn through them but cannot complain hence replacing them. Only gave 4 stars because the first pair of the same size were too small. Ordered 1/2 size bigger and they felt tight in the foot box initially but after 1 week of working in them they are a delightful fit. Below 20 degrees they do start to get cool but I use them as a work boot so that works. Hunting or working a chairlift you might want to go thicker insulation. But as an active boot they are great and great for hiking in the snow as they are light