Customer Reviews SOREL Joan of Arctic™ Waterproof

With socks, my feet are cold even though it is 32F outside. Not minus! I walked around in the snow for 15 minutes and spent an hour in an unheated house. Toes are stiff.Not warmer than my ordinary leather boots. Very disappointed!

I was getting annoyed with people complaining that these boots were of poor quality because the straps broke while they were putting the boots on. Just to clear things up, the "boot straps" are not meant to be tugged on so you can put your boot on! Loosen up the laces and widen the boot opening so you can put your boots on the right way. The straps are attached by snaps to the boot. It is meant to keep the fur boot liner in place so that it doesn't shift around while you're wearing the boots. The straps can be easily snapped off so the liner can be taken out and washed or air dried. If you're tugging on this strap to put your boots on, you're doing it wrong. That said, I love the look of these boots. I haven't yet worn my boots in the snow yet, but they have been worn in the rain and they keep my feet warm and dry. I've also received tons of compliments. Only con is they are a bit clunky to drive in. I also wouldn't wear these all day while running errands for fear of foot fatigue. I wear a size 6 and ordered the same. I think I could have gone half a size down, even with thicker socks.

I was getting annoyed with people complaining that these boots were of poor quality because the straps broke while they were putting the boots on. Just to clear things up, the "boot straps" are not meant to be tugged on so you can put your boot on! Loosen up the laces and widen the boot opening so you can put your boots on the right way. The straps are attached by snaps to the boot. It is meant to keep the fur boot liner in place so that it doesn't shift around while you're wearing the boots. The straps can be easily snapped off so the liner can be taken out and washed or air dried. If you're tugging on this strap to put your boots on, you're doing it wrong. That said, I love the look of these boots. I haven't yet worn my boots in the snow yet, but they have been worn in the rain and they keep my feet warm and dry. I've also received tons of compliments. Only con is they are a bit clunky to drive in. I also wouldn't wear these all day while running errands for fear of foot fatigue. I wear a size 6 and ordered the same. I think I could have gone half a size down, even with thicker socks.

My mother has a pair of sorel boots that she has had forever and they look brand new. She has worn them day in and day out to split wood and shovel all winter long and they are still in great great condition. I splurged my money hoping for the same quality boot, but these boots don't compare. I have had them for 3 years and have warn them minimally, as I am not very outdoorsy I'm the winter. The heel has worn down and allows water into the boot, the overall construction of the rubber is not durable. The inserts inside the boots are also not very warm especially if you are actually standing in the snow. If you're looking for a boot just to out on, walk to the car, drive to work, and sit all day, these are the boots for you. If you're actually seeking warmth and durability for any outdoor related winter activity, I would highly suggest another boot.

I bought 2 pairs -- one tobacco / one black -- love them both! I've had Sorels in the past that were too narrow -- not these. Easy and comfortable to wear out in the snow. I actually didn't find them too bulky to wear inside when I forgot my shoes. The lace up provides a nice snug fit and room at the foot to accommodate thicker socks. Fur around trim helps avoid any rubbing. Highly recommend for cold days and snow wear. Shoe size was actually true to fit -- if anything I'd order a little bigger??