After several years of settling for mediocre winter boots along with the frustration of having to lace up boots, getting snow packed in the laces, cold toes, etc., I set out to find the perfect winter/snow boot. I must say I'm happy as a cucumber that I found these boots. I live in Pennsylvania and over the past 2 days my town had a total accumulation of 18 inches of snow, kind of rare for our area, but it happens every now and then. These boots were a pleasure to be outside in. So comfortable, with the super warm liner you probably don't even need to wear socks, but I usually wear ski socks. Great construction, they look amazing...like a real snow boot. No lacing necessary. Slip them on and go! A great strap up top to keep the snow out. Super traction. The bright reflective strip down the side is a nice touch. Sorel, you hit the ball out of the park with this one. Thanks!

Pros: Very lightweight, . Easy to put boots on/take off... I love the buckle system these boots have. Most importantly they keep feet warm and dry. Have had these boots for 4 weeks and am very pleased. I live in Chicago and the weather during this time period has been consistently below freezing, the lowest I have experienced so far was -5 degrees Farenheit. 9mm felt liner is plenty warm, I only wear 1 pair of socks and have had no issues with warmth. Only complaint, and it is a very minor one at that, is there could be more ankle support. I walk a couple miles daily and haven't had any issue but I could not say for certain these would be great for hiking.