Customer Reviews L.L.Bean 8" Bean Boots

I really wanted to like these but they leaked water so easily. Wore them on a bike commute to work for 10 minutes while it wasn't even raining that hard, and my socks were wet after. Very disappointing and not what I expected at all from boots that are more expensive that others.

After waiting two and half months for my boots to arrive I was pumped and ready to hit the trails. I'm writing this review now just weeks later to tell you to keep looking because they do not live up to the hype. The boots are ok for walking around a muddy backyard but I've found they do not hold up well to water. Whether you are walking in snow, crossing a small stream or even stepping in a puddle water will seep in through the bottom seems of the tongue. I found the boots very comfortable and I do enjoy wearing them on dry days. But if you are looking for waterproof its best to avoid because water does seep in.

I went to a LL Bean outlet in January to buy boots. The ones I wanted were on backorder. I tried on a different style to verify that I needed to order one size smaller. The boots I ordered arrived about 2 weeks ago. I was surprised to see that they had no tongue. I went to use them for the first time 2 nights ago and had a very difficult time putting them on. It is easier to put my ski boots on. Taking them off at the end of the night was no picnic either. I understand the thinking behind this feature is to keep moisture from entering the boot, but I would have preferred a boot with a tongue which would be easier to put on. If I wear these boots again I am going to have to take a utility knife and do some cutting so that I can get these boots on without struggling. I have purchased many items over the years from LL Bean and have been extremely satisfied every time. This purchase is my first regret. I may need to look elsewhere for some boots.