Customer Reviews L.L.Bean Casco Bay Boat Moc

These are very attractive and well-made shoes, but the soles are not thick and sturdy enough for rugged walking. These were a gift for my husband, who normally wears a W width. Just to be on the safe side, I ordered his size in both a M and a W width. I'm glad I did! The M fit nicely.

Shoes are lighter in color than the description but fit well except for a tight spot under the tongue. Also, no instructions on cleaning and maintaining them. That would have been nice. Same problem I had about 8 years ago with previous pair. A small card with that information would be nice and helpful.

For 20 years [or 3 pair] I wore LLBean dock shoes. Since they are not made anymore [WHY??] I purchased these. Not as nice as the dock shoe but will work. 4Length is too long, 5width is correct, 611D, michigan

I like these, but not the color. I wish they were available in the traditional brown with white soles instead.

Well made but slipped on and off my foot, and I couldn't tighten it.

These shoes look very attractive. They're stylish and beautiful! They're a slightly tight fit at the toe end, but this may resolve itself with time. I'm using a device to stretch that part ever so slightly. They're quite a loose fit around the heels, less so with socks on. Maybe that'll be an advantage for casual wear in the house, which is how I planned to use them. They slip on so easily.

We were unable to get the white sole, which is preferred to the brown sole. Otherwise, a 5/star rating would have been given.

Not bad, but not as good as my old LLBean Boat Moc's. It will probably take some time to brake them in. After more than 3 weeks, are still not comfortable. The sole profile is not as good as on the old ones. The heal cup is too wide. Why would you change something that was really good.

Great fit, quality, and comfortable shoes. I recommend them.

These shoes are more solidly built than the similar shoe from Sperry. Unfortunately, they aren't as comfortable initially (I.e. they take a longer period to break in). Finally, you should be aware that the sizing tends to be larger than listed. I ordered size 10 (which I have been wearing for over 40 years) and they were at least 1/2 if not a full size too large.

I'm very happy with them. However, if you are particular about the color, mine are a much darker brown than the one in the picture - they are more of a milk chocolate brown.

We'll made. It runs a little large so get a half size smaller.

Certain wear points have given me a sore about the size of a dime on the back of my heel. Also sore points on tiny bunions I didn't know I had. Nicely built shoes tho. Just next time I'll get ones with softer insides.

Just wore them for the first time. Great look and initial comfort but after awhile there were some irritating spots (no socks) so we will have to see if those go away with wear.

My husband consistently wears a size 10.5 medium width shoe. While these shoes are beautiful leather and beautifully made, they were way too large for him and we sadly had to return them.

Replaced my 1985 Bean moccasins with a new pair. They'll probably outlast me. With addition of a pair of orthotics for my flat feet, they're the most comfortable slipons I own. Happy feet. My only regret is that the shoes do not come in an E width. That would earn the extra star.

You charged me twice for shipping.

I've come to prefer LL Bean over Sperry for boat shoes. I have another pair that has worn extremely well. These shoes in general don't disappoint, they're clearly well made, very comfortable right out of the box, and true to size, and look great. My only complaint is a bit weird... but I've noticed they are very hot on hot days (plenty of those lately). Like my feet get uncomfortably warm, which is not a problem with any other shoe I've worn in recent memory. Doesn't stop me from wearing them, but it's quite noticeable. Just FYI.

Nice shoes, not as comfortable as his last pair which were well worn out.

I bought these shoes for my husband, who likes to have slip on, closed toed shoes that he can wear without socks for the summer. I ordered a 14W and they fit him perfectly. He had a little rubbing on his heel at first, but that is normal for him with boat shoes. They are very attractive and nice enough to wear to work with semi-professional dress. His only complaint is that the soles are a little thin and that they are not comfortable for longer walks. We did see that LLBean has another style of boat shoe with thicker treads and that some of the reviews highlighted the thinner soles on these shoes, so this isn't as much of a complaint as an acknowledgement that these shoes are best for short walks, work, driving, and probably actually boating! However, he also found the soles a little slippery, which is why I'm only rating them four stars. No matter how thin the sole, you'd expect actual boat shoes to have enough tread to be stable on the deck of a wet boat, let alone walking around Brooklyn. Still, I would absolutely recommend these and could see buying them again.

These are really nice shoes. They fit well and are good looking. My only knock is the soles are quite thin. They are fine for indoors or smooth surfaces outdoors. If the surface is uneven, like gravel, you feel what's there. This was alluded to by the sales clerk with whom I talked, but I couldn't test them because they weren't in stock. I'm still happy with them.

I have both colors of this shoe. The light brown pair has seen more use since I feel its tone is better for summertime, which is when I wear boat shoes. The light brown lasted just over a year before the sole broke open along the siping on each shoe. The darker color has lasted longer due to less frequent wear. Style and comfort are great, and I like that the LL Bean name is on the tongue under the laces, so it is not in your face. I will get another pair this spring to replace my broken pair.

I have worn Sperry Top-Siders for over 50 years. As noted in other reviews, the Casco Bay has a seam in the tongue. This made the shoes uncomfortable for me, especially on my left foot. I have returned them. If you have a high instep, this may be an issue for you. I certainly would have kept the shoes if they had fit comfortably. LL Bean Customer Service was commendable.

I like the shoes overall. However I find the sole to be rather hard. I plan to get insoles to provide some cushioning.