Columbia Men's Crestwood Mid

I bought these boots on September 29th, 2022, received them on October 4th - started wearing them probably the third week of October. The first thing I noticed is that, for a boot, they are extremely comfortable. I was relieved that they were also waterproof, one of the main reasons for the purchase. About 3 wears later, walking in damp grass, I noticed the water proofing no longer worked - my socks literally soaked. No worries, I bought three different cans of water proofing. On November 25th my pup and I took our normal 6 mile hike and I noticed that both of the boots are ripped at the seams. OK, I thought. I contacted customer service and was told that I would have to return the boots via mail service (on my dime) because they were under warranty, not returnable. ... MoreI bought these boots on September 29th, 2022, received them on October 4th - started wearing them probably the third week of October. The first thing I noticed is that, for a boot, they are extremely comfortable. I was relieved that they were also waterproof, one of the main reasons for the purchase. About 3 wears later, walking in damp grass, I noticed the water proofing no longer worked - my socks literally soaked. No worries, I bought three different cans of water proofing. On November 25th my pup and I took our normal 6 mile hike and I noticed that both of the boots are ripped at the seams. OK, I thought. I contacted customer service and was told that I would have to return the boots via mail service (on my dime) because they were under warranty, not returnable. I could choose one of two options: If the boots could not be repaired I could have them shipped back to me (not fixed) or get store credit (MSRP). Take note that the woman I spoke with was wonderful. I do like most of what Columbia has to offer in the form of a coat. I would not recommend these boots based on poor workmanship. The seams should have lasted a wee bit longer, for the money. Columbia, I believe you can do better - if you sell poor quality, at least lower the price to be equivalent to the quality.

I previously reviewed these boots and gave it 5 stars for comfort and wear. In fact they may have been waterproof the few times I wore them previously. But after wearing them yesterday I give them a 0 for waterproofing. I was walking in wet field grass and my feet were soaked through immediately. And it was not from water or moisture coming over the top of the boots. Simply wet grass from dew. So despite their claim of “waterproof” they are definitely not!

After reading the reviews that the size is slightly small, I ordered 1/2 size up and it fit perfectly. I took it from the box to the trail and had no break-in problems. It was easy on my feet. I took if for hike in muddy terrain and it held well and did not slip. When terrain or trail was rocky and my ankle would turn, the boot allowed some flexibility but protected my ankle from severe turning. I also use it to walk on hard surfaces like concrete and asphalt and it's perfect.