Customer Reviews SOREL Bear™

I am a 10.5 in most shoes, so I ordered the 11 in these. When I got them, they felt a bit roomy, so I ordered a 10 just to see. The size 10's had my toes hitting the front, so I ended up keeping the 11s. I haven't had a chance to put them through their paces in the winter as I just got them in April, but I thought the sizing info would be helpful.

Wish they had them in my size! Love these boots. Could not find a women's boot this rugged and well designed, tried this man's boot, WOW. Great shape, supportive, warm, unfortunately a bit big and in a boot this chunky a little too big would not work. Wish I could find something this nice to wear all day long in the great outdoors.

I purchased these for a recent trip out to western Washington where I did some hiking/snowshoeing. I went on several hikes ranging from 1 mile to 5 miles. Temps were in the mid 20's to mid 30's. At times I was walking through snow 2' deep. No complaints. Feet were always warm and comfortable. I normally wear a size 14 but went down a size in response to reviews I read and fit was good. Traction on ice was not good but not sure what would be other than crampons.

Needed a pair of boots that will withstand Upstate NY winters, these Bears fit the bill. I wear 10.5 3E shoes, order the boots in 11 and they fit perfectly. We\'ll see how warm they are when the snow flies, but I expect no problems with Sorel. I would rather the insulated insert was permanently attached, as they come out still on your feet when you take them off, but that\'s because they\'re replaceable. All in all, a great pair of boots, and awesome service from Zappos.

Zappos.com had just what I was looking for; a pair of tall snow boots for my son. I had been searching for a while and was happy to find just what I needed in the Sorel bear boot in size 13. I appreciated what others said in their reviews and it certainly helped me make an informed decision. Ordering and delivery was easy and prompt. Satisfied customer.

I bought these boots after a co-worker purchased a pair of Sorel Conquest boots that he loved. I must say I am super impressed with these boots. I got them because I needed a new pair of snow boots and I was heading out to Massachusetts for a long weekend in a ski town. That weekend there was a ton of rain and snow. These boots performed better than I ever expected. They not only kept my feet super warm, but they were as dry as a bone. I have very wide feet (EEE) and these fit perfect. They say they are a Medium-D, but they definitely run wide. I would recommend going about a half to full size above your normal shoe size. That's what I did and was not disappointed. The only issue I have with these particular boots is the thermal insert. It works beautifully, but it tends to slide down when you put your foot in. The boots themselves have a loop to help with this, but the insert doesn't have this loop. However, once you get used to putting them on, it's very easy. Overall, I highly recommend this brand and style.

I purchased these boots for my husband after a recent blizzard. My husband was so excited about these boots that he ran out, while it was still snowing, and shoveled feet upon feet from our drive, the sidewalks, our neighbors sidewalks. The insulated inner boot paired with the water- resistant outer boot kept his feet warm and dry and the height allowed him to walk in drifts around our house to fix the gutters. Great value for the price paid and we are sure they will last for years to come.

I was looking for a warm, tall, water-proof Winter boot and decided on the Sorel Bear. We've had a tremendously cold and snowy Winter here in Baltimore and I needed a boot to stand up to deep snow and cold temperatures. The Sorel Bear has exceeded my expectations for these purposes. The boots are extremely warm and super-comfortable. The sizing is very true also. I normally wear shoes in the 10 - 11 range and since these don't come in 1/2 sizes I went with a 10 and they fit perfectly. These are very beefy looking, but still pretty stylish for this type of boot. Highly recommended. As always, the purchase from Zappos was flawless.

These boots are perfect for the New England Winter. They keep my feet warm and dry; they look great, too. I had them for only two months, so don’t know whether they are durable. If your feet are not as wide as a bear’s, try half size smaller.

I can’t say enough good things about Zappos. I wish they sold everything. The Sorel Bear is perfect for this climate (Wisconsin). They are Sorel’s tallest men’s boot. They are not as heavy and clunky as some of the more expensive Sorels, so unless you really need protection from extreme cold, you could probably do without the "moon boots".

Great boot. Very comfortable. Keeps your feet dry and warm. The extra tall height is nice in deep snow.

These boots were an awesome find. It's hard to find large sizes, but were thrilled to find these boots in a size 17. He usually takes anywhere between a size 17-19 and these fit great. We live in Cleveland where we get a ton of snow and they kept his feet warm and dry for hours.

Fast service and in stock. Item was exactly as described. I researched to find the best price and Zappos was by a large margin.

I bought these for my fiance, who is from Phoenix and can barely stand Chicago weather. He loves them. They take a little getting use to at first since they are a bit bulky and formed but they are extremely warm and truly waterproof. He can't rave enough about them and has already recommended them to friends.

For a picky husband who shovels, sleds and tromps around in the snow, love them! Warm, comfortable and totally waterproof. Perfect for northeast, or anywhere with snow.

These boots are terrific. I've gotten plenty of use with them, given that we've received 20 inches of snow in the last couple of weeks. It's great, too, that you can order a replacement insert at some point in the future. Fit is true to size. As always, Zappos sets the standard of great performance that others try to match.

The Sorel Bear snow boots that I purchased are absolutely amazing. They are of the finest quality, comfortable, and indeed do keep you warm and dry. I have ordered a number of items from Zappos and have always been 100% satisfied. For me and my family there is no other way of buying shoes and boots then from Zappos. Their service, if needed, has always been top-notch.

I purchased these boots for my 14 year old son. He's oversized for his age and finding footwear for him has become a challenge. His feet are size 14-4E in width, ordered a 15 to make some room for his extra wide feet. He says they fit perfectly and is very happy with them. Now we're just waiting for some snow to really try them out.

Great boots found! We have searched for about 3 years to find boots that will keep my husbands feet dry AND warm on his delivery route. Our search is over!

Great winter boot - I was looking for a durable, warm pair of winter boots that I could use for clearing the snow during the winter. These boots have it all. They are extremely comfortable and warm. The liners are removable, which can be handy. The laces are large and easy to tie, even with gloves on. Finally, the boots have good height, with a drawstring gaiter that keeps the snow out. Great quality, good fit, and a good value for what you get.

Dope! Probably the best winter boot ever! I would suggest choosing a size smaller if you are in between sizes (since they do not come in 1/2 sizes).

Great looking boot for Big Feet - The boots came when they said they would and look and feel great. Very warm and reasonably priced! Thanks for a boot that fits my size 17 foot!

Awesome Boot - Sorel makes amazing boots. These are the best boots I've ever owned. And Zappos came through for me again. I actually had the boots within 24 hours!

Excellent boot - Very good quality boot. You will be surprised at how comfortable these boots are. I am looking forward to wearing these boots for years to come.

Great Snow boot! Fantastic Snow Boot! Yesterday evening I was working in 3 feet of snow for 2 hours straight, My Jeans were wet up to my hips when it was all said and done, but my feet were still warm and dry! Once this pair wears out, I will purchase them again! I suggest 1/2 size smaller than you normally wear, I wear a 16 and purchased a 16, the difference was not enough to send back but it was larger than any of my other boots. Overall a great Price for a cold, wet weather boot!