Coldpack 3 Thermo Mid Waterproof

Size is true so if you wear thick socks get 1/2 size larger. I've been hiking with these in Slovakia, they are warm and comfortable. I have had these for 2 months

As advertised - they are warm and they are waterproof. I am a huge fan of Merrill's having owned 5 or 6 pair of Moab 2's but even when they are marketed a such, they are not waterproof. Two years ago I did find a pair of Merrill's that were waterproof but when the uppers finally gave way, this particular model had disappeared from their website. Enter the Thermo Mid Waterproof. I don't know if these are the next step in the evolutionary development of the previous outdoor Merrill boot but these are better on every level. They are warm, they are waterproof and they are comfortable for any activity I asked of them outdoors. As a real "waterproof" and insulated boot, you don't want to wear them indoors all day because your feet will sweat, but in the snow or in the rain, they will keep your feet warm and dry. The sole tracks are deep so they offer excellent traction and they give you great confidence, especially in changing conditions and on inclined trails.

The boots are very sturdy and comfortable. The soles give good traction for winter walking. I wear a women's 12 and got a men's 10.5. The boots fit well with a pair of Smartwool cushioned socks. I haven't been in extremes cold with the boots, but they have been comfortably warm in temperatures in the teens.

Really nice, warm, winter boots. Seems to have a special kind of rubber that resists slipping on ice, and the insulation is warm. My only complaint is that lacing is kind of slow, but I'm spoiled from summer slip-ons.

Perfect fit for my wide and high foot. I went up 1/2 size to make room for thick socks, but they are comfortable no matter what type of sock I'm wearing.

I bought these for my son, and he lives in them! Very good fit and comfortable.

Fit: This shoe is much smaller than the Moab line. I've owned a half dozen pairs of Moabs, both low cut and mid. My size has always been 11.5 normal. I bought that same size for the Coldpack 3 Thermo and had to return them. They are at least a half size smaller and may even be a full size smaller. Also, anyone who normally orders normal width should consider ordering wide. I hope to order them again if a 12 wide becomes available. Not sure if I should order a 12.5 wide. Quality: The product was actually impressive. I think the claim of being waterproof comes from the upper materials themselves and not from having any sort of waterproofing membrane. The leather seems good quality and the rands are much higher than on the Moabs. Unlike the Moabs, there are no meshes for ventilation or any ventilation holes. The Vibram soles seem to be made from a harder compound. The soles also have anti-slip patches glued to them in places. The patches have a scratchy feel that is similar to the silica tread compound on Bridgestone Blizzak snow tires. Downsides: Like the Moabs, these boots have the uppers glued to the soles without any stitching. Every Moab I've bought over the years fails because the glue deteriorates with age, allowing the uppers to separate from the soles. It doesn't seem to matter whether the boots get beaten up or are lightly used, the glue comes with an expiration date. These are awfully expensive boots for an all-glue construction. I also question how well the anti-slip patches will adhere to the soles over time.

These are perfect for what my son needed them for - he's an EMT, and these are his work boots. They're comfortable, they look good, the sole is non-slip - all around, they're great! Expensive but worth it - so well made

Everything they're supposed to be!

I purchased these for my husband. He Loves the fit and the style but has not been able to try them out in cold weather yet. We shall see how they do when it's cold out.