![]() ![]() What we didn’t like: price, fit is not as snug due to the way the insulation is on the inside, can be too warm What we liked: very warm, decade-long durability, sole has incredible traction Insulation: 9 mm washable felt inner boot with snow cuffīest for: Extreme cold, around town, working, outdoor chores Two years later, the boots (with new liner!) are still going strong.īest winter boots for Extreme Cold: Sorel Caribou The author used these boots for 8 years before considering a new liner, for the record. (Note: replacements annually go in-and-out of stock in mid-winter, so if you don’t see them now, check back.) The liners are held in place by snap tabs on the tops of the boots, which are known to pop open occasionally.īecause one of Treeline Review’s tenets is steering you towards gear that can be repaired instead of thrown away, we appreciate that the Joan of Arctic was designed for longevity and gives you the power to replace the parts that wear out instead of forcing you to buy a whole new boot. This means that after years of use, they happen to get packed down, the liners easy to remove and replace. (But if flair isn’t your thing, keep your eye out for the non-suede or fleece-topped options, like the author’s pair which you’ll see in all our photos.)Īnother thoughtful feature of the Joan of Arctic is that they have a 6-mm removable liner (and if you’re wondering - Sorel liners are available without and with the fur). Of course, everyday users also liked the faux fur collar, which adds a bit of flair to spruce up all of the hardy features. The waterproof sealed seams of the waterproof suede upper portion keep you dry-not always given on the seals of winter boots (some make you waterproof them yourself).Īdditionally, the Sorels have a gusseted tongue and the 6mm of recycled felt lining to also keep out snow and cold. It has grippy rubber treads and the vulcanized rubber bottoms of the boots (for ultimate waterproofness). When it comes to keeping snow and cold out, the Joan of Arctic Boot was designed to perform. The 12” height, which comes to about mid-calf height on most people, is plenty of height to keep out most snowdrifts. What reviewers love about this boot is the multitude of thoughtfully designed features carefully tailored to keep you dry, warm, comfortable, and be functional. The Joan of Arctic Boots are beloved by all. Put another way: out of all the thousands of gear items we review each year across all sorts of outdoor categories, we rarely see such obvious consensus. The Joan of Arctic Boot was far and away the favorite among reviewers with nearly perfect 5 out of 5 stars on REI over more than 800 reviews. Known for their high-quality products, waterproofness, durability, and warmth, nearly any snow boot you choose from them is going to keep you happy, dry, and warm throughout the winter. Sorel is a company synonymous with winter boots. (Plus, if faux fur isn’t your style, they come in fleece topped versions, too-those are the ones we tested!). It may be surprising, but it is possible for a winter snow boot to have it all. In the end, we felt guilty for judging these boots based on their looks. The Sorel Joan of Arctic is our overall winner for best women's winter boot because of that versatility. The Sorel Joan of Arctics are warm, waterproof, comfortable boots with traction and durability - more like a sturdy work boot than a fashion piece. Of the hundreds of boots on the market, people are fanatic about the Joan of Arctic. Read our in-depth reviewof the Sorel Joan of Arctic boots. ![]() But after wearing these boots for Maine to Alaska for seven years and confirming our love of these boots with the HUNDREDS of effusive reviews for the Sorel Joan of Arctic Boots, we realized why we aren’t alone when we say these are the most popular winter boots for women. Trust me, we hesitated a minute when we considered “boots with the fur” for our overall pick. What we didn't like: run a tad large, can be too warm, can be difficult to put on and take off What we liked: warm, waterproof, comfortable boots with traction and durability, more like a sturdy work boot than a fashion piece, stylish Insulation: 6 mm washable felt inner bootīest for: All around, around town, snowshoeing, hiking ![]() Merrell Thermo Chill Mid Waterproof Boots Glerups Low Boot with Rubber Sole Slippers Oboz Bridger 9” Insulated BDry Winter Boots PrimaLoft, shearling lining (uninsulated also available)
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