Customer Reviews Ariat Fatbaby Western Boots

So the boots were delivered while I was on a hunting trip in Louisiana. Just got home and opened them up and gotta say not really impressed yet. I have worn western style boots my whole life and though I never once have tried a pair of Ariat boots and so I did. While the comfort is there I really don't see the quality. They appear to be very cheaply made so I am anticipating buying another pair of my boots elsewhere very soon but we shall see I reckon. My star rating is in the middle at this point.

Too floppy at the top. Uncomfortable. Probably will return.

Runs big and wide is WIIIDE. I got a size 9 wide and it was way too big so I had to return it. I then purchased an 8.5 wide. I still have too much toe space. I consider myself to have wide feet (often buy wide shoes), but even when I pull my laces as tight as possible (like, there is no more space to get any tighter) they aren't quite tight enough. I'm really disappointed that they only have a return policy and not an exchange policy. I like the flexibility the boots allow for work and riding though. Just really disappointed that they didn't fit as advertised. I should've gotten an 8 regular.

I bought these last year thinking they would stretch but I cant wear them they are brand new, they just wouldn't stretch to be comfortable I bought a 8 wide they a great, but it was after the time that I can return them so I have a brand new pair sitting in my closet. I emailed and nobody contacted me I just want to exchange

Great boot except for color. They are very comfortable, but are not really black, rather a weird shade of blue. "Distressing" looks a bit like mildew.

I borrowed a pair of Ariat hikers from a friend when I went to Iceland for 11 days. I loved them, rode for days, and hiked all over. No blisters, lots of room for warmer socks. I decided to buy a pair of my own. Have to say I do like them, but disappointed on the padding. The older pair has a nice soft fluffy top and extra padding in the boot, also the tongue of the boot is very thick, could not even feel the laces. Ariat must have decided to save a few pennies and cut down on that. I find the boot now moves around more, and I had to find something to put under the tongue to stop the laces digging in. It's to bad they decided to do that.. Went from an amazing boot you could wear all day, to one you wear to ride, put your horse away, and take them off.

This was my first pair of boots - ever. Ariat was highly recommended. Took a bit to break in, but once I did I loved them. I wear them for working around our small farm (nights & weekends). Now, about 9 months in, the stitching on the top of one boot has come out. I do nothing that rubs the top of the boots - just walking & squatting down. I already bought another pair - I hope they hold up better. For the price they should last more than a year.

I bought these boots back in May and they are already smooth on the bottom. I wear these boots everyday for work and for around the farm. They are super comfy and I love them but I am just disappointed in the fact that the bottoms wore down so quickly.

wish they came in wide width, have a pair regular width just to tight

I have been wearing Ariat for years, I got my first pair before I could even drive. Now my last two pair have been VERY NARROW!! Do they not come in a wider size? Why did they start making them so narrow now? :-( Love the boots and I buy a new pair every year but I might have to return this pair for another brand if they don't come any wider but I really want to stick with Ariat!

Bought these boots because my older pair of all-leather Terrain Pro boots finally died and apparently they don't make that model anymore. I have wide feet, and my old pair of Heritage boots were not comfortable enough to work in all day as a groom. These newer boots were wide enough and very comfortable and easy to break in, however, they have not lasted nearly as long as I have come to expect out of my Ariats (all my other pairs have lasted 5+ yrs). It has been less than 2 years at approx. 2-3 days/week of wear and already they are trashed. The suede is cracked through all around where it meets the sole and there are holes at the seams on the sides of the toes that let all the arena sand into my boots. Overall, these boots are comfortable for teaching or working around the barn but I would call them "light duty" and not expect them to last very long.

These boots have a very DULL finish...no shine as shown in the picture...not as pretty as the picture

Ripped after having for only 2 months and toe box was weird.

this would've been my second pair my first pair I loved them they fit perfect so I expected that on the second pair. It was so far from it they didn't fit right at all. The quality wasn't there at all. I'm sorry to have to write this, but I'm assuming you want me to be honest. I was very disappointed.

These were my third pair but now suddenly they seem to narrow. I don't have a wide foot so I don't know what happened. The pair before that cake y similar so it's not a one off. Thankfully calf size is still good but they are no longer as comfortable as they used to be.

Got a over a year ago and the the soles on the bottom of the boots are already wore out. I'm really disappointed at them because I've had got yours boits before. And never wore it like that. And remind you I did not wear fall summer long. I just started wearing again. Probably, in September.

Very uncomfortable the toe is way too pointy. Old style much better

I love these boots. They are comfortable and fit well, but the back of the right boot tore on me. They dont seem to hold up well.

Between my wife and I we have had y pairs of Ariat Terrain boots. They are excellent when new. Lightweight, very comfortable and excellent for walking. But they only last for 2 years of moderate use at best. Then they start falling apart. The soles detach from the leather on the sides. The toe caps crack and start detaching. They never last long enough for the soles to wear out. But they are great while they last.

Are these a return? Fresh out of the box and the toe is scuffed. Pretty disappointing

Last 3 pair of waterproof all terrain- soles come unglued just after 3-4 months of wear! Cheaply glued- will not buy anymore

I had to go down multiple sizes. I also recieved multiple boots where the stitching was missing. I love the appearance of these boots so much but it should also be noted that it will not be possible to get them reheeled there for not a good investment for myself.

I have purchased this boot many times, it is my go to , the fit is always spot on and offer great arch, support and have never had an issues with them until recently. I purchased a pair back in December, they started peeling at the toes, I was using cleets on them so I thought it was that. I bought a second pair in March, they look nice enough to wear to work (I work in an office setting) I babied these. Only wore them to work, these boots never saw a hike but they too are peeling on the toe and actually starting to come apart. Very disappointed to say the least.

They fit just fine, but straight out of the box they're not just scuffed they're scratched. To the point it looks like a cat toy. Other review photos don't look this distressed..

Is it to late for me to return them?. Just not happy with how they look on me.