Customer Reviews The North Face Ballard Lace II

These boots arrived super fast and did not disappoint. Right out of the box, they are comfortable and stylish but not too over the top. I can't speak to the breathability yet as I haven't worn them more than a few mins around the house, but as for the boot itself, its everything I've been looking for. I plan on taking them on the trails and for every day use.

Travel and hiking and everyday stuff!

I love these boots. They're super cute for dressing up casual wear. I did have to side up half a size.

My family and I are planning a hiking trip in North Carolina in April so I asked for these boots for Christmas. I live in NYC and figured they could double as my winter boots. The first couple of times I wore these, there was a combination of breaking in/adjusting the laces just right that made them a little uncomfortable. Now that they are broken in, I wear them every weekend. My feet don't hurt at all after walking around the city all day. They don't look quite like combat boots but they are stylish enough that I can wear them like a regular pair of boots, not hiking boots. Throw them on with skinny jeans & a sweater and I can go grab dinner. Wear them with leggings & pullover and I can go on a ten mile hike. I did go up 1/2 a size because I wear them with thicker socks. Normally an 8 1/2 and I got a 9 instead.

The boots are warm and very confortable

These are so comfy, straight out of the box! I am 6.5 - 7 usually, but got a 7 to have some extra room. I almost wish I got the half size smaller, but think they will still be very comfortable. I am also 5' and have a hard time with boots looking huge on me. These are slender and sit right at my calf. Perfect! Bought these for an upcoming trip to Europe and can't wait to break them in!

Not the best in comfort but definitely good for a hike. Super cute shoes.

THEY LOOK FABULOUS WITH EVERYTHING EXCEPT AN EVENING GOWN. I STILL HAVEN'T TRIED THAT COMBO YET. I GET WONDERFUL COMPLIMENTS AND MY FEET FEEL RESTED EVEN AT THE END OF A LONG DAY.

I was looking for a lightweight waterproof hiking boots and I think I've found them! I have not owned them but 2 days but I have taken them on a walk that was wet and they kept my feet dry and they are not heavy so I don't feel like I have 5 lb. weights on each foot like my other boots feel like. I did wear them in the snow today and I had heavier socks on so my feet were not freezing, just comfortable. I wasn't out but a half hour though. They will be perfect for spring and fall hikes and I'm still hoping for cold winter hikes too. Size runs true in width and size. I would highly recommend them.

Very nice shoes

Perfect boots! Bought them for a safari trip, they are lightweight, confortable and stylish!

amazingly comfortable

I love these shoes. I bought half size up from usual 8 1/2 due to wearing heavier socks and fit fine, I could easily wear normal size without heavy socks.

I absolutely love these boots. They are a great staple to your closet. They can easily be worn throughout the year.

I bought these boots to have a lightweight, stylish, versatile boot option to bring with me when traveling. These completely fit the bill. They are even lighter than I expected, a little stiff at first, but didn't hurt my feet even during the break-in. I can walk for miles in these boots and they're pretty cute too.

They are very confortable and they are very pretty

These boots are so comfortable that I bought this second pair in a different color. I wear them all the time and they haven't broken down at all. I have also worn them in snow, rain, and the desert and they have been great.

I would buy this product again I love it

I first bought these boots to go to Iceland because I wanted a hiking boot that wouldn't look goofy if worn in towns or cities. They are great for this, so comfortable on hikes and I frequently get complimented on how good they look. My last pair lasted nearly 5 years with substantial use and I'm buying them again.

I loved the boots. They are a perfect fit! Over all I love North face products

I love these boots - this is my second pair.

These boots look great! They are a little big so I would size up or wear a thick sock.

I bought these boots to wear to work and out on the weekends during the winter. They were extremely comfortable right out of the box. They keep my feel warm and dry in snowy conditions and look stylish and smart. I love these boots.

I wear them when it is cold, snowing, rainy, or anytime, They are stylish, warm, and comfortable.

These boots have been great. I've never loved how clunky most hiking boots are. These were durable and comfortable for one of the longest and most exhausting hikes i've ever done. I did get a small blister for hiking in them the first time i ever wore them, but a small price to pay especially since i didn't break them in. True to size. Would highly recommend. Even my boyfriend wishes they made this boot in mens so that he could get a pair!