Columbia Women's Heavenly Omni-Heat Snow Boot - Waterproof Winter Boots with Thermal Insulation for Hiking, Snowshoeing & Cold Weather Activities

BEWARE SIZING ISSUES BEFORE ORDERINGI almost took off a star because of how off the sizing is, but if I had to rate everything else about the boots except the sizing, I’d rate them a 6/5. So I kept it at five stars.It’s important to start with the sizing. I wear a 6.5 in running shoes. I have had several pairs of Columbia minx mid boots in size 7 that fit perfectly, so I initially ordered a 7 in these. Way too small. Exchanged for a 7.5 and honestly they’re still kinda tight but not too tight to not be able to love them. I think an 8 would fit me better but I’ve already committed to this pair. I only wear thin socks with them because otherwise it’s too tight. So make sure you order at least a full whole size up from your normal shoe size.Aside from the off sizing, these boots are the boots I’ve been searching for for years. I am a dog walker in the Midwest. I walk miles every day in whatever weather comes at me. Previously, I always had to choose between boots that were comfortable to walk in (the Columbia minx mid) and boots that could handle the elements without my feet getting wet (Pajar grip).No boot that I have ever tried has been both comfortable and waterproof. Many reviews boast tons of waterproof boots as “comfortable,” but my standards for comfort considering my job are different. These are the only boots I’ve ever tried that do not leave my feet feeling weird after a long day of walking in them. The transition from warm weather (wearing running shoes every day) to cold weather (needing the warmth and/or protection of boots) is usually a difficult one for my feet and legs since most boots force me to walk slightly differently which can have effects if you walk as much as I do. These boots feel the same as my running shoes.Before I tried these, I tried the new Merrell boots that look like high top sneakers, and even those were too clunky for me. These boots are perfectly slim to as not to affect my normal walking stride.Enough about comfort. Let’s talk about the other pros. They are warm. As I mentioned earlier, because they fit small, I’ve been wearing thin socks with them. Just regular non-winter socks, and my feet haven’t gotten cold. The fur lining is very soft.And most importantly, the one thing that sets them above my previous favorites, the Columbia minx mid, they are actually waterproof. I walked through a heavy wet-snowstorm today and my feet stayed dry.I cannot recommend these boots enough. Just make sure to adjust the size you order.