Merrell Encore Apex SKU: #7659805

Lori J

from Central MI

Loved these boots. Wore them last night to a football game in 26 degree weather. Feet stayed toasty and warm. True to size. Very stylish - got many compliments.

Tiff

from Highland, Utah

These boots were everything I expected. I am sometimes a little bothered by the ankle area after a long day. But nothing major, I can just feel that it is there, it's not painful. Also, I have been thinking about putting in an arch support, but that is just me being picky.

Anonymous

from Western Oklahoma

This is a great boot, the side zipper makes it easier to get on, I have a high arch which makes getting a good fit in a boot harder. Boot look good with jeans or pants tucked in or out,very cute with leggings, socks, and a skirt. Lots of compliments and envious glances. Buy and enjoy. Boots provide warm, dry feet without being heavy.I have the brown - great color, fun,fashion and function.

Anonymous

from Atlanta, GA

Pros: comfy on the foot, warm, stylish, good craftsmanship, can tuck jeans into it or wear pant leg on outside, zipper makes them easy to get on/off. Cons: bulky looking in the front (I'm a skinny girl with big feet), uncomfortable at the ankle where material gathers and pokes, drawstrings do nothing to widen or tighten the boot. I was on the fence about these as most calf/knee boots tend to pinch at the ankles, but ultimately decided to return these as I found a slightly more comfortable and less expensive (though less quality) pair.

NJ M

from NJ

I can verify what everyone has been saying about this boot. I wore them around my house for an hour and they dug into my ankles. Looks great but fits horribly. Feet also weren't kept warm.

Anonymous

from Yellow Springs, OH

These boots are warm, lightweight and have decent support. I really am a 7.5 wide but ended up finding the 8.5 boot to fit comfortably. Having a little extra in the width was important, as was the side zip for getting in and out of easily and there was only a small difference between the length of the 8 and 8.5. Once I adjusted the cord up the front of the boot and snugged it up, all felt really good. I'm real happy with these boots.

Anonymous

from Jersey Shore

I live in Merrell clogs and shoes and never anticipated a problem with their boots. I ordered three different styles/colors, as I need boots desperately, and all boots fit me the same way! They were all too tight in the toe area, and my heels kept slipping in them. Very weird fit, to say the least. I will keep trying as I love Merrells, and love Zappos for their awesome customer care and service! I'm sorry to have to return these, as they are really cute boots. Very well constructed, A+ all the way.

Brands I'd also recommend: UGGS

Anonymous

from new york

I was totally disappointed in these boots. Merrell has always been a favorite winter shoe/boot for my husband and me, but these boots are poorly constructed with no firm support for your foot. They reminded me of something that Payless would sell. I hope this is not a sign of how the company is going with their shoe design. I wouldn't pay more than $19 for these at a DSW or other store. Also, the size 8 fit was snug and I wear a 7.5. The picture is cuter than they are in person. They look cheaply made.

Deborah c

from Sacramento, CA

I love these boots. They are comfortable, sturdy and just the right calf height. Good arch support too.

Brands I'd also recommend: keen

Chrystine T

from Buffalo, NY

These are my 2nd pair of Merrell boots. These are very warm but first and foremost, they have built in arch support. I normally wear a custom orthotic but I don't need it in these boots. These are my snow shoveling and errand running boots when it's snowy/slushy. They are waterproof!

Anonymous

from New York, NY

Very warm and comfortable, and they look great! A little stiff at first, but after a few wears they really take to your foot and leg.

Anonymous

from Westchester new york

I love this boot! Comfy. Roomy. Warm. Has performed beautifully through three snow storms so far this year! I love Merrell and this boot!

Anonymous

from Flushing, Michigan

I love these boots! They keep me warm and are waterproof, so far. I did order a half size up because I wear heavy socks. They zip up nicely and they fit good. I have no complaints about this boot.

Brands I'd also recommend: Keen, Chaco, Sorel

Rhonda S

These boots are really cute, and the foot of the boot is very comfortable and fits well. BUT... the boots really rub around the ankle. For me, especially on the right. I don't think I could walk in these for an extended period. My right ankle would be far too uncomfortable. I am disappointed that I am going to have to return them.

Anonymous

from Rochester Hills, MI

Wonderful warm boots. I usually order a size 8, so I was concerned when I only saw a size 8 1/2 available. I ordered anyway, and was glad that I did. The boots fit perfectly.

Anonymous

from Demarest, NJ

Love these boots! They arrived in the middle of a snowstorm so I had the opportunity to test them out right away. They are comfortable with or without socks and keep my feet toasty warm. Enough room to wear with jeans tucked in, even though I have pretty wide, muscular calves. Found them to be true to size with lots of room for my toes. These are my first pair of merrells, but they wont be my last

Anonymous

from Massachusetts

These boots are warm, cute, and waterproof. But, as others have said too, they dug horribly into my ankles at first, literally causing chafing and blisters. I waited two weeks and tried again, this time adding pads to the heels to get my ankles to a higher place, and that worked and I got them broken in. They were perfect for about a month and now one zipper just broke. I'm pissed. Am writing to Merrill to see if they'll replace them, because I like and need the boots but not looking forward to breaking in another pair. They can do better for this price.