Customer Reviews SOREL Joan of Arctic™ Waterproof
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57%5Rated 5 stars out of 5
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Customer Fit Survey:
66%"Felt true to size"
79%"Felt true to width"
79%"Moderate arch support"
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I've had these boots for a year now and I want to love these boots, but I'm disappointed, the liners that come with these boots are so thin that they radiate cold throughout the rubber part. They leach coldness so badly that I thought I had circulation problems, even with 2 pairs of socks on (including 1 wool pair). I contacted Sorel directly and they said that the Joan of Arctic liner is designed much thinner than the others, and designed for light snow/cold wear. I replaced the liners with functional ones (caribou style from Sorel) which seem to be much warmer, but aren't designed for the Joan of Arctic style (and don't have the cute fur). I'm disappointed based on the high cost of the boot, though I know these boots will last a lifetime. They are absolutely rugged, comfortable and sturdy, but so super cold.
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Overall2Rated 2 stars out of 5
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This boot is cute.... if you're a gorilla! Order at least a size down and be prepared to drag around tug boats. This boot was made by a man, for a man! Returning.
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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Overall1Rated 1 star out of 5
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I really wanted to like these boots, but they didn’t come even close to fitting - way too small, even though I ordered the size I always wear in shoes. And if you have wide calves at all, it’s a definite NO.
CD, Zappos Customer,
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Overall1Rated 1 star out of 5
Reviewed at Sorel
Very bulky and loose for my average foot my feet were not warm with smart wool socks either.
Sabrina,
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Overall1Rated 1 star out of 5
Reviewed at Sorel
The canvas material was olive and flimsy. I felt like the second I walked outside they would be soaking wet and my feet would freeze in the 9' of snow we have.
Sexsmith,
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Overall1Rated 1 star out of 5
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These boots were clearly used. The suede of the shaft was saggy. The inside was worn in and fit like a size larger. There was no box. The boots were thrown into a large shipping box with some paper and an opened Amazon bag. Maybe it was a return that Zappos inherited but very dissapointed in lack of quality control.
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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Overall1Rated 1 star out of 5
Reviewed at Sorel
I owned several Sorel boots and shoes and wanted to like Joan of Artic. Unfortunately, it's very uncomfortable especially the back of my ankle. I'm not sure if I got a defective one. The right and left also slightly differs in size.
Hobbit68,
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Overall1Rated 1 star out of 5
Reviewed at Sorel
They hurt the back of my heels when walking. There is something that rubs and sticks out in both boots
Em,
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Overall1Rated 1 star out of 5
Reviewed at Sorel
The boots run small I purchased my size and a half size up. Probably should have went a whole size up. The boot is very stiff, maybe it needs to get broken in. Didn't feel like it was going to be warm.
Ali,
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Overall1Rated 1 star out of 5
Reviewed at Sorel
The right shoe is defective. Tight on the foot compared to the left shoe, and the backside digs into the top of the ankle :( The left shoe is perfect though.
M,
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Overall1Rated 1 star out of 5
Reviewed at Sorel
Boot was the right size, but no matter what socks my wife wore her heal would always feel like it was sliding
TRL I,
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Overall1Rated 1 star out of 5
Reviewed at Sorel
Very gray for a "khaki" color. Actual sizing I feel ran big. The toe is oddly shaped and they're difficult to walk in. Already shipped them back. Waiting for my refund. Thank you.
Adonus K,
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Overall1Rated 1 star out of 5
Reviewed at Sorel
I've had these for a couple of years and the rubber on the top separated and now they leak. Contacted Sorel and they only have a one year warranty. Not worth the money. Go buy yourself some snowmobile boots instead!
Michlea,
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Overall1Rated 1 star out of 5
Reviewed at Sorel
Unfortunately this is the second pair I have had to order and they still DO NOT fit!!!! Please stop advertising to size down. I'm an 8.5 in shoes, I measured according to Sorels size guide and measured as a 9. Since they say "This boot runs a little large due to the tough, roomy liner that's perfect for thick socks. Consider sizing down." I did. The 8.5 was way too small, in the 9 my big toes rub on the front still, not as bad as the 8.5 though. The structure of the heel/ankle shoves your foot forward and makes a gap between your heel and the boot. Which I'm assuming will cause blisters with the slippage. They are pretty though.
Skillz,
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Overall1Rated 1 star out of 5
Reviewed at Sorel
I purchased these boots in November 2021 and I wore them through the remainder of winter with no problem. This most recent winter the rubber began cracking at the bend points of the boot and because I have owned them for 16 months there is nothing that can be done. Would not recommend unless you are wanting to replace them every year/every other year.
Domo2020,
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Overall1Rated 1 star out of 5
Reviewed at Sorel
Low quality and too narrow for most people's feet.
Purchased A,
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Overall1Rated 1 star out of 5
Reviewed at Sorel
I have always wanted these boots for years. So disappointed in the quality and the way the stitching layers in the top of the footbed create a lip inside the interior of the shoe that cuts into your foot! Very poor quality!
K,
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Overall1Rated 1 star out of 5
Reviewed at Sorel
Soles delaminated after 30 times worn. Unacceptable for this price point.
Wrlance53,
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Overall1Rated 1 star out of 5
Reviewed at Sorel
I wanted to love these. They are very slippery and not as warm as I was hoping for.
Mel919,
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Overall1Rated 1 star out of 5
Reviewed at Sorel
Comfortable, warm but a complete pain taking the boots off. Once you take the boot off the complete lining of the boot comes out. These boots would be great if this didn't happen, Every single time!
Kk3156,
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Overall1Rated 1 star out of 5
Reviewed at Sorel
The width is considerable narrow. Sizing up did not help to accommodate a normal width foot. I've never had so much trouble finding a show to fit. Aside from the width issue, there is a part of the boot over the top of my foot that continued to dig in, causing pain. I've now returned two different sizes. So many complaints about the width with Sorel shoes.
Marcey,
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Overall1Rated 1 star out of 5
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Uncomfortable and flimsy for Sorels.
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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Overall1Rated 1 star out of 5
Reviewed at Sorel
I bought this boot along with a pair for my wife over one month ago. She got her pair along with a photo confirmation of delivery. I do NOT have my boots. Said they were delivered but there was no photo confirmation. Sorel opened an investigation with lazership and still no answer. Customer service seems like they have their hands tied. These boots will not make for great springtime footwear! Refund my money or send the boots!
Waitingover1month,
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Overall1Rated 1 star out of 5
Reviewed at Sorel
Used less then 5 times, rubber upper became unglued from base and split down to the toe. Very disappointing at this price point, I have another pair of everyday boots that have zero issues. Bought these to shovel the driveway or go sledding on the handful of times we get snow each year. Being they are over a year old no warranty.
Chris,
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Overall1Rated 1 star out of 5
Reviewed at Sorel
My daughters and I bought these boots for my husband for Christmas in 2020. We live in Colorado so he only wears them in winter. The rubber on the uppers has split completely through on both boots along the big toe side. One of the leather straps that held D-ring for laces has also torn off. His pair of Polar Sorels that he owned prior to these lasted over 20 years. Too bad quality is not at all the same.
McDow,
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