Customer Reviews Merrell Whiteout 8 Waterproof

I normally wear a size 9 shoe, so I ordered up to a 9 1/2 boot. These boots are unbelievably short. If I had had an option for "Felt two sizes smaller than marked", I would have taken it. I also ordered the Merrell Isotherm Mid Waterproof in 9 1/2 and compared them sole to sole. The Whiteout was over an inch shorter than the Isotherm, and they are the same brand. I think this boot has a lot of potential, but the sizing is really off. Unfortunately, I've got to return the Whiteouts, and there aren't any available in the size I really need.

I'm returning these; very uncomfortable around the ankles, though these boots look good and are exceptionally easy to put on and take off.

Stiff sole and not much cushioning for the foot. Felt heavier than the Columbia Bugaboot that I also tried but lighter than the Sorel Caribou. Seemed more like a boot for more technical hikers and climbers.

These are a really great boot for winter - warm and waterproof. They look a little clunky, but are actually lightweight and easy to move in. Would highly recommend these.

I use Merrells to run in so it made since to me to purchase a good pair of Merrell hikers and I couldn't be happier. I wore them outside in the snow for about three hours and they kept my feet warm and dry. Did not have a problem with breaking in the shoe either, just slipped it on and went.

These boots are awesome. Have been great for walking around in the city during this years snowy days. They're a bit heavy, but worth it in quality.

Great sturdy snow boots. Played in deep snow for hours with kids and they kept my feet warm and dry. Have also worn them on slushy days around town. They provide great traction on slippery days.

These boots are great. They do the job and they look cool. Provide comfort and style in heavy winter weather. Also they are really light for this kind of boot.

I searched for three months for a new pair of shoes for hiking and snowshoeing. This one finally came into my life and am I happy! Very comfortable. Extremely waterproof. Feet stay dry and have just the right amount of space to not rub or chafe. Highly recommended!

I ordered these for the upcoming winter cold season and I am so happy that I did! I read that they can run a little small, but I took the chance and bought my size and they are perfect! I do see what they say though, that if you have think socks, it is very snugly in there! Performance wise these shoes are awesome! They are a lot lighter than you think they are going to be, super comfortable to walk on and my feet are so warm in them, with normal socks. It is definitely worth the money if you want a great pair of winter boots!

I love my boots! Order half a size larger. I walk my dog and rescue dogs miles a day, so they have to be comfortable! They provide good support and comfort. They are worth the money.

I love these! I wear them everyday in the winter. They fit nicely and keep my feet very warm. I live and work outside where it's typical for a -40 below day. Traction is great on ice especially on a tarmac. Just getting ready to order a pair for my daughter.

Love these hiking boots! More style than one usually sees with a hiking boot, lightweight and very comfortable. I ordered 1/2 size larger as recommended by others and this worked out perfectly.

These are my favorite boots ever! I ordered them 1/2 size larger than I usually wear, and it was just right with a pair of thick wool socks. I do not recommend them for indoor wear, as they are super warm, but after a (very sweaty) week of breaking them in at work, I hiked up Mt. Monadnock in deep snow and they kept my feet from freezing. I tested them in slushy puddles and wore them in over two feet of snow during Nemo in Boston and I would say that they are definitely waterproof. I would recommend these for winter hikes and snow storms. They are bulky looking but very light. They sort of look like they belong on a Storm Trooper, which, as a SciFi nerd, I sort of like. My feet are wide and flat so if you have narrow feet and high arches, these might not be the boots for you. For me, they are perfect!

I bought this shoe for my wife. She's usually very picky about shoes and usually likes to buy from store after trying it on. When I bought this online for her, I was skeptical whether she would like it. She loved it and told me that this shoe is very comfortable and keeps feet worm. I love Merrell shoes and have few pairs and with Zappos free shipping and return you can't go wrong.

These definitely have very strong ankle support. I can see how some would have an issue with rubbing on the front of your ankle. However, it doesn't rub enough to bother me at all. I normally wear an 8, but ordered these in 9 and they fit perfect with thick socks. I will be taking these to Alaska for a cruise. We are planning on doing quite a bit of hiking. I think these boots will be perfect! I will update after my trip.

Received these boots today - very pleased and am looking forward to getting out tomorrow in the snow that is falling overnight tonight. So far have only worn briefly, but found them instantly comfortable as is usual for Merrell footwear. After reading quite a few reviews that consistently mentioned how short they are, I ordered an 8.5 although I ordinarily wear an 8 or even 7.5. I am glad I did, because they are not a bit too long. In fact I probably could have even gone to a 9 (which I ordinarily could not even keep on my foot in most shoes) if I needed to wear a heavy sock.

I love these shoes, don't wear any of my other snow boots now. These pack looks and function together. I get compliments all the time. They are easy to wipe clean and the color is great. Very comfy, keep your feet warm in the snow and provide good traction. I went half a size larger based on reviews and they are a little loose but they work. At least I have plenty of room for thick socks.

These boots are great! I struggled between these and the Columbia Snowtrek. I was looking for a boot to wear while snowshoeing but also winter hiking. Thank goodness for Zappos letting me order both and try them out! Both fit very well, I ordered both a full size up to fit nice thick, warm socks. The Columbia Snowtrek was just a bit big overall -- not size-wise but higher, wider overall look to it. At first I thought the Merrells would be too small for my purposes. But I went with them and after two winter hikes, I am thrilled. They are warm and snug. Totally dry. Nice grip. Comfort is great -- I do use a gel insert for arch support but I have high arches. Really wonderful boot for winter trekking -- and I have yet to stick them in my snowshoes!

Wanted a winter hiking boot for hiking/snowshoeing that felt like a hiking boot instead of a squishy marshmallow. Ordered my normal size first and they were a bit short even with thin socks, so I ordered a new pair a half size up. These are stable, warm and fantastic. I haven't been through a slushy deep puddle yet to know how waterproof they are. But, I've been on several winter/snowy hikes and they are great!

I previously bought my wife the Merrell Artic Fox and she was very happy, but I decided to step it up a notch until she gets her drivers license and got her these whiteout 8. They are almost twice as warm as the Artic Fox and I get many hugs and kisses for my good deeds. She really like that they don't look to manly and are so comfortable for her 10 minute walk to work. You cant go wrong with these boots, North Face, Timberland, etc have nothing on these boots. You'll be surprised that no one ever told you about these boots before.

So far so good! I ordered these in anticipation of an active winter season, so let's hope we get lots of snow this year! I normally wear a size 7, but a size 7.5 in Merrells is best. Well, these 7.5s were a bit snug in the toe with my thick socks on, so I exchanged them for an 8 and they fit great. Zappos has a great return policy, so I'm never afraid to order shoes from them!

I love Merrell shoes and boots and was very excited to find this boot in my size. I also ordered the Merrell Snowbound Mid Waterproof to compare. I was shocked to feel the difference in sizing between the two boots, even though they were both from the same company. This boot runs very small - I would say a full size smaller. I wear a size 11 so I can't go up when I order and sadly I had to send it back, but I would definitely recommend going up a size. I don't know if it is the additional insulation - this boot has 400 grams of insulation and the Snowbound only has 200 grams - but it was not only tight but much shorter. The tip was squishing my toes. There was no way I could fit my foot, and I would want to wear heavy socks too. I ended up keeping the Merrell Snowbound - it was much larger - longer, very wide toe area and was actually roomy - I have no problem wearing heavy socks with it and am very happy. I just wanted to let people know - order up if you can for this boot, and if not, try the Snowbound. I am so glad I was able to order both because I would have expected them to be so different in sizing since both are Merrell - guess you can never tell!! Thanks Zappos for your easy returns!

These are good boots, just not right for me. First of all they don't have a lot of give in the toe box so I could feel my big toe touching the edge even though they were the right size. I compared them to the Merrell Decora Sonata and preferred the Decoras. They were much lighter, didn't look so much like work boots as these did. These also were very stiff in the ankle area so they weren't quite as comfortable as the Decoras for everyday wear just running errands and walking. They do seem very warm and clearly waterproof. I'd recommend for someone who needs are more rugged sturdy boot.

I just received this boot and found it to be snug even though I went up a half size from what I usually wear. I love how it looks, the support for the ankle and it is SUPER lightweight, but the toe area narrows a bit and I could feel the boot rubbing against the base and top of my big toe with just a medium weight sock on. Adding the wool socks that I would wear for outdoor winter weather, I felt I'd be sore while hiking in no time. I opted for the roomier Merrell Snowbound boot that felt much better with the socks I usually use. If buying the Whiteout, I'd think of going a full size bigger if you are putting on a thicker sock.