Sorel Men's Caribou II Boot
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Description of Sorel Men's Caribou II Boot
Your feet will stay warm and dry this winter in a pair of Sorel Caribou boots, a snow-stomping classic. Insulated to -40° and completely waterproof, these boots will shield you from the weather and provide a comfortable fit.Sorel?s most versatile boot, the Caribou, offers tough protection from the elements, whether you?re on the job or enjoying leisure time outside. Its waterproof construction pairs with a traction-ready outsole for a weather-defying attitude. Its cozy Sherpa Pile? cuff will keep wet out and warmth in, while a removable felt inner boot adds cozy cushioning--a real comfort, even after day-long wear.
Sorel?s most versatile boot, the Caribou, offers tough protection from the elements, whether you?re on the job or enjoying leisure time outside. Its waterproof construction pairs with a traction-ready outsole for a weather-defying attitude. Its cozy Sherpa Pile cuff keeps wet out and warmth in, while a removable felt inner boot adds cozy cushioning--a real comfort, even after day-long wear.
Sports reviews of Sorel Men's Caribou II Boot
Customer Review: Probably your best choice for a warm basic snow boot
Sport shop rating: 4 Stars
These 10" high winter boots set the standard for basic cold weather boots in snowy conditions. They're probably the boot most commonly worn by locals in snowy Western mountain towns.
But be advised they do not have a lot of lateral stability in the sole of the boot. That is to say, the rubber bottoms tend to twist sideways making them, in my opinion, unsuitable for anything other around town use and possibly some work situations. The twisting motion makes traveling off beaten paths, especially climbing hills or side hilling, more difficult and tiring. My seven year old (Canadian made) Sorel Caribou models have somewhat thicker and probably more water resistant leather uppers, but the current (Chinese made) Sorels seem to have more advanced combination synthetic and wool felt liners and apparently much-needed additional underfoot insulation.
These boots have a cool look with the faux shearling collars but their relatively modest height means you will need to wear gaiters to keep out snow if you leave beaten paths. Felt lined pacs are typically the warmest boots for the bucks and the liners can be taken out to dry. I've washed my Sorel liners on gentle cycle using wool-friendly soap with excellent results and spraying some Armorall (used to perk up rubber and plastic in cars) on the rubber bottoms keeps them looking great as well.
Recommended to anyone who wants a warm, foolproof, traditional looking boot to wear in around-town or to cold weather outdoor events, keep in the car for emergencies and possibly wear to work or riding snow machines in really cold weather.
Customer Review: Probably your best choice for a warm basic snow boot
Sport shop rating: 4 Stars
These 10" high winter boots set the standard for basic cold weather boots in snowy conditions. They're probably the boot most commonly worn by locals in snowy Western mountain towns.
But be advised they do not have a lot of lateral stability in the sole of the boot. That is to say, the rubber bottoms tend to twist sideways making them, in my opinion, unsuitable for anything other around town use and possibly some work situations. The twisting motion makes traveling off beaten paths, especially climbing hills or side hilling, more difficult and tiring. My seven year old (Canadian made) Sorel Caribou models have somewhat thicker and probably more water resistant leather uppers, but the current (Chinese made) Sorels seem to have more advanced combination synthetic and wool felt liners and apparently much-needed additional underfoot insulation.
These boots have a cool look with the faux shearling collars but their relatively modest height means you will need to wear gaiters to keep out snow if you leave beaten paths. Felt lined pacs are typically the warmest boots for the bucks and the liners can be taken out to dry. I've washed my Sorel liners on gentle cycle using wool-friendly soap with excellent results and spraying some Armorall (used to perk up rubber and plastic in cars) on the rubber bottoms keeps them looking great as well.
Recommended to anyone who wants a warm, foolproof, traditional looking boot to wear in around-town or to cold weather outdoor events, keep in the car for emergencies and possibly wear to work or riding snow machines in really cold weather.
Customer Review: Probably your best choice for a warm basic snow boot
Sport shop rating: 4 Stars
These 10" high winter boots set the standard for basic cold weather boots in snowy conditions. They're probably the boot most commonly worn by locals in snowy Western mountain towns.
But be advised they do not have a lot of lateral stability in the sole of the boot. That is to say, the rubber bottoms tend to twist sideways making them, in my opinion, unsuitable for anything other around town use and possibly some work situations. The twisting motion makes traveling off beaten paths, especially climbing hills or side hilling, more difficult and tiring. My six year old (Canadian made) Sorel Caribou models have somewhat thicker and probably more water resistant leather uppers, but the current (Chinese made) Sorels seem to have more advanced combination synthetic and wool felt liners and apparently much-needed additional underfoot insulation.
These boots have a cool look with the faux shearling collars but their relatively modest height means you will need to wear gaiters to keep out snow if you leave beaten paths. Felt lined pacs are typically the warmest boots for the bucks and the liners can be taken out to dry. I've washed my Sorel liners on gentle cycle using wool-friendly soap with excellent results and spraying some Armorall (used to perk up rubber and plastic in cars) on the rubber bottoms keeps them looking great as well.
Recommended to people who want a warm, foolproof, traditional looking boot to wear in around-town, keep in the car for emergencies and possibly wear to work or riding snow machines in really cold weather.
Customer Review: Good boots!
Sport shop rating: 4 Stars
I bought a pair last winter (I'm in NYC). Unfortunately, these boots haven't seen much action because there wasn't much snow. However, they do look great and feel good.Customer Review: These boots are NOT made for walking.
Sport shop rating: 3 Stars
Anyone living in cold-weather climates knows how crucial proper footwear is. As someone from Chicago, I had my previous pair of boots for over ten years. They were really good, but didn't have great traction, and they developed this annoying "pop" sound every time I walked. I didn't get too bothered, but my fiancee forced me to get some new boots.
After much research, it was down to the Sorel Caribous or Conquests. I wound up with the Caribous.
At first, they were amazing. The break-in was during the Blizzard of 2011 (about a few weeks ago as of this review). I waterproofed 'em and then wore them to shovel and blow the snow out of my driveway. When I came back in, I was surprised to find them still dry.
Because I didn't have work for a couple days, I had no issues. I like the fact that they cover more of your foot and leg, which means more wear and tear in the long run. They're exceptionally warm, and definitely keep my feet dry.
But when I went back to work is what forced me rate these down to 3 stars.
I work downtown Chicago, so I do a *lot* of walking. These boots...are certainly not good to walk long distances in. I probably should've researched for that, but one can get tired from reading 25+ reviews on the same product. The Caribous don't allow me to take my normal strides, and the long upper portion is too constraining on the ankle. I guess it's good ankle support, but also constraining.
Undoing the laces from the topmost hoops helps a lot, but I still find them to be a pain to walk in. They're good for short distances, but certainly not for commuter walking. And they're not the best for driving either, since the bulk of the boot takes up both of the pedals. Of course, I've found ways around this, but I think if Sorel made them in half-sizes, that would help a ton. The 9 was perfect without thick socks, but with thick socks they were too tight, so I went up to a 10. Sorel has been making this model boot for quite some time, so one would figure they'd make more sizes of it.
Taking them on and off for quick trips proves to be a hassle half the time because the inboot gets stuck on my foot, thereby making it an inconvenience to take off without it coming off as well.
I do not beat this product up for the quality; I beat it up for its functionality for a city walker. The first time I wore them to and from work my ankle started to bleed (something that no shoe has ever caused), and I still get sore from walking. Forget trying to catch the early train, 'cause these suckers don't let you run (unless you take gargantuan strides).
I'm hoping that within time they'll break in. I've noticed after I bought them that a lot of people seem to have 'em here in Chicago, but the boots look like they've got some years on them, so I'm hoping that time will make the boots better.