Customer Reviews SOREL Caribou™

These are great looking, practical, study, cold weather boots. The toe box is big enough that toes will not be cramped and get cold. The 9mm felt liner will provide excellent warmth. I ordered the shale/stone color and thought they looked even better than the picture. I returned them with a heavy heart. I'm very picky about boots and there was just one shortcoming I could not live with. Only 4 sets of lacing buckles made it impossible to lace them really snug across the instep. So, I am replacing them with Premium 1964 boots with leather uppers. I had a pair for 30 years and they served me well, although I could have used the added warmth of the Caribou.

I love the look of this boot. However, when I printed the sizing chart to figure out my size, it said I should order a size 10. I'm usually a size 8. I used my best judgement and ordered a size 8. To my surprise, the size 8 was too large. A 1/2 size smaller than my normal size is still super roomy. These boots have a lot of width room and are over-sized. I suppose it so you can wear layers of socks. However, the boots are super warm and don't require layers and layers of socks. One nice pair will do.

Overall the quality looks great but I ordered my origanal size of 10.5 and they are a little big, so thanks to the 60 day return policy, I will return them and get a size 10.

I used these boots during this past winter, which was super-snowy and cold. They're fantastic! They kept my feet warm & dry, & they fit great (I bought my regular size), and I had no chafing at all. My only complaint is that the liners come completely out with my foot whenever I take them off - unless I'm not wearing socks. This became REALLY irritating since I was wearing them almost daily for a while. The entire lining comes out, and isn't that easy to get back in. Other than that, I'm really happy with these.

I bought these boots so I could enjoy walking in cold, snowy and cold wet conditions. I have taken 2 and 3 hour walks in the park on untreated trails on 15F degree days and my feet stay warm and toasty... and I hear and feel the crunch of snow with each step. The heavy treads are good for stability. My feet are narrow, usually take N size, but I padded up the arch with an extra insole so they are reasonably comfortable. Walking on bare pavement is cumbersome, akin to driving with snow tires on bare highways! I have other warm boots to wear when it is cold but dry. But I'm glad I have these so I can enjoy the cold outside this winter after a good snow storm of which we have had several.

I ordered these boots in order to survive the Polar Vortex that just won't leave Chicago. Having to walk to and from the train and to and from work with my old boots just wasn't cutting it anymore, so after a ton of research I finally decided that this brand was the best. I ordered this specific boot because I liked the neutral colors and the height of the boot. When I received the boot I was surprised to see how big and clunky these were. If you are looking for boots that make your feet look small these aren't for you. I wear a size 9 normally, so that is what I ordered. The inner boot fits perfectly. The outer boot is huge, but my foot doesn't slide around or anything; I just feel like I am wearing steel toe boots. You definitely get a good leg workout in if you are walking long distances in these things. The first 3-4 times I wore these boots I found that the stiff suede material really hurt my ankles and they were pretty uncomfortable. I started to bend the boots back and forth to loosen them up a bit when I didn't have them on and after about a week they feel wonderful. They keep my feet nice and toasty and the best part is that they are completely waterproof. Even the suede material. My only complaint is that unless I am wearing knee socks, my socks always end up around my toes when I have these on. All in all, I am VERY happy with my purchase and definitely recommend if you aren't bothered by how clunky these boots are.

this boot has good traction and warmth. had to cut the liner due to difficulty getting boot off as my instep made it difficult to get out of the inner liner, if the band was perhaps elastic might not have needed to do this. but with the cut can easily get the boot both on and off.

I had seen coworkers with the boot and decided to give them a try. While I've only worn them twice. Once during a snow storm, they kept my feet nice and warm. We're expecting more snow this weekend so I'll be able to give them a more thorough workout.

Liners need to be split down the front of liner so you can get the boots on and off.

Overall I'm very pleased with these boots. Although you can only wear one pair of socks and that can be a little tight to get your feet into the boots.

I love these boots, especially in snow and slush.

Love my new boots. The only thing I wish is if the little boot liner was sewn into the boot. Everytime I take them off those things come out of the boots on my feet. #firstworldproblems

these boots keep your feet warm in very cold temps and the traction is great non-slip the only problem i have with them is getting them on an off the liner is very tite from the ankle up so they are hard to get feet into then when you take them off it is a struggle and the liners come out of the boot everytime. other the that they are a great boot for extreame cold

I live in Minnesota and need boots that will do well in deep snow and cold temps. I often think about if I should get stuck and need to walk or be exposed to the weather for extended periods of time. The boots are really nice and meet my expectations.

I recently moved to Chicago, IL and survived the Polar Vortex which brought record breaking low temperatures to the area (below zero temps with -40 degree wind chill). I needed a boot that would keep my feet warm and dry. The Caribou Sorel will do just that and more. In fact, my feet were sweating when wearing them. Alternatively, if you are looking for a fashionable book with a feminine flare - don't by the Caribou. It is very clunky and will make your foot appear larger. Again, if your solely looking for a boot that will keep your feet warm and dry - the Caribou is for you!

Love the boots! The only issue I have (and it's small) is that the liner inside the boot is a little snug when I put them on. So that is why I gave 4 stars instead of 5. Once I get the boot on though they are warm and comfortable and exactly what I wanted!

I took a chance on ordering these. After reading the reviews I was planning on ordering a size down (I am normally a 6, I would have ordered a 5). However, there were no 5s available, so I went with the 6. Sad to say they were FAR too large. Please believe the reviews. You will have to return them if you order your normal size. Wasted about $30 in shipping, killer. Other than that, great boot. Pretty heavy-- but aren't winter boots supposed to be?

Excellent boot. Unfortunately it was rubbing my ankle. I am a 7.5 , but got a 8 and it was fine accept it didn't fit right.

I think the quality is excellent and I will definitely be wearing these in the snow, as they are completely waterproof. However, I will not be wearing them for fashion if it's just cold outside, which is unfortunate because they are cute and I thought I'd be able to. The reason being, they are just really clunky and huge on my feet. They seem to fit ,y foot ok, it's just the outer parts and soles are just huge and I feel like a caveman wearing them. I ordered women's size 10 but the actual boot said some other size so maybe it's European or men's sizing?

Love the boots - super warm. I'm not a fan of a pull out insert - I just find it annoying especially when I'm in a rush to get them off. They're also a bit chunky/wide in front and I prefer something a little smaller.

I ordered these boots in a size 8, which is my normal shoe size. Counting up the total of the other reviews, true to size vs too large, the true to size won. Unfortunately, I had to return them because they do run large. When standing in them with a snowboard sock on with my heel to the back of the boot I still had a thumb and half inch distance to the end of the boot. I laced them up as tight as I could and walked around my house and already I could tell they would rub wrong on my feet because my foot was moving around (up and down and back and forth) with every step. I tried it with two snowboard socks and they fit a little better with less movement, but it would be rare that I would wear them with two pairs of socks. I called and talked to customer service and the guy recommended that I return them and get a half size smaller. As for the quality, I have not tried them in any situation yet that I could rate the true test of the boot, but from what I saw they looked really well made and felt very warm.

I bought these boots for my son and he said they are very warm and waterproof. His only complaint is that they feel a bit "heavy" and he certainly makes a lot of noise when he clomps around in them! Overall a very practical boot and good-looking, too.