Customer Reviews Merrell Whiteout 8 Waterproof

Really cute boots. I needed them for walking my dogs and getting through snow and puddles. I am a strict size 7 but I did order the 7.5 because of the toe part is short and rounded. I took my dogs out today and they were VERY comfortable, more than I thought they would be. I did walk through some puddles and my feet were dry, I do not know if I was standing in water if they would be water proof as they say. Made very well. Real keepers.

Moving to the Upper Peninsula of Michigan, I realized I needed my first pair of insulated boots. These boots are super warm (I actually can't wear them if it's 40+ degrees because my feet get too hot), and comfy. I do quite a bit of snowshoeing, and the back hook was extremely helpful. The first season I had them, I went through snow and slush without my feet getting wet. I did have to re-water proof them the second winter I had them, as my toes would be wet after wearing. Re-water proofing is pretty standard for boots, so I have no major complaints about that. The soles are awesome on ice. I have other boots that I've fallen in multiple times, but I've never fallen (even when walking out on solid ice) with these boots on. I really like the style of these boots as well. I am not a fan of weird fur and other "feminizing" bits on women's boots (reminds me of my mother's shoes). These are cute in a chunky sporty kind of way.

These were incredibly warm and well constructed. However, the ankle are was made of too firm of a material making it painful around the ankles when attempting to climb uphill or bend at the knee deeply. I felt like I was walking in ski boots. I sent them back.

These were great except that they were so stiff around the ankles at the top I'm returning them. Bummer they seem great quality and really warm with a great foot bed.