ColumbiaWomen's Discontinued Newton Ridge Plus Waterproof Amped Hiking Boot

I tried these shoes on locally so that I could purchase the proper size. After purchasing two pair of Hoka and returning them I needed some assurance. These shoes are comfy I opted for going up 2 sizes to accommodate custom insoles and thick socks. I love a more roomy feel, but my feet don’t slip around in the boot, I lace them up snug but not too tight. These didn’t require any breaking in, they were great right of the box. The price was a steal I got them for less than $50. Very important as I’m not sure I’ll need them much, the boots were purchased for a one time hiking trip so we’ll see if I like hiking or the boots enough to keep them in use! The boots seem durable although I haven’t worn them much. I do think they are nice looking, light enough for being a boot and functional.

I bought these for my daughter for hiking so far they have been great they fit very comfortably and seem to be waterproof she’s gone through a few streams below ankle height and not gotten wet feet they were nice and warm in the colder months but not to hot for summer. They have held up very well and still look good.

This photo is from after a full week of being a sponsor at a very rainy, very muddy week of church camp. These boots got muddy and very wet multiple times. I did not clean them or even wipe them down...they just repelled all the mud and water off themselves. It's magical.Aside from their magical properties, the fit and quality of these boots are incredible. The toe box is wide enough for my toes to feel very comfortable and not squished at all. I wear long socks with these, and my ankle doesn't get rubbed raw or feel sore/tender, even after wearing these all day for a week straight. These boots also have a great amount of support.As far as functionality, I can vouch for these being a great option for muddy, wet, rocky, and flat environments. They feel about as light as a normal pair of shoes, so it doesn't feel like you're having to drag your feet around.The colors are beautiful, too! I've had these for about a year, and they've stayed as vibrant as they were when I got them.If you're looking for a pair of hiking boots that are high quality, comfortable, aesthetically pleasing, feel like they will last a very long time, and won't break the bank, buy these shoes!

These boots offer comfort, a spacious toe box, and no break-in period. They provide the stability and traction you need to hike any mountain trail and they have the added bonus of being waterproof. These are perfect for spring, fall, and winter hikes but might be a little too warm for summer… at least here in the south.

These hiking boots have been with me for over a year now and I can say that it is durable, comfortable, grippy, and cute. It’s been through snow, dirt, sand, mud, and mostly gravel. I live in Vegas but I have brought these to the mountains in Virginia. I got the gray ones with pink stripes and it goes with any outfit in my opinion. I recommend these boots for those who hike beginner-intermediate trails.

I was able to snag these for $60. A week later and they are up to $75. While I dont rate on price, I comment. I chose these because they were competitively priced with no name brands. I figured Columbia has served me well enough in the past that I would spring for these. It was no brainer at $60 price point, but $75 would have had me sniffing around other options even if I did think that Columbia is the way to go anyways.The have a stiff but stable feel. These are hikers, and while they will break in a little over time, it is important that they keep the stiffness in the ankle area. If just using these as daily shoes, then you may want something with more flex. If actually hiking, then these are going to provide a stable feel. The traction looks and feels good too.One thing to note is that they just fit my feet. I went with size 11 even though I more like a size 10. I learned that if I go with a larger size, then it will accommodate my wide feet without having to buy shoes designated as wide width. Opened up a whole new world for me once I discovered that.So while these fit in width and fit in length.. the length doesnt feel like it is a size larger. I would NOT want these any smaller. Not sure if I can wear thick socks with these (haven't yet tried. Just wore with regular thickness socks). Possible I will gain a little added space with some breaking in, but I have only worn these a few times and not for any particular activity.The area from top if foot to bottom of foot also feels a tad snug. Not bad, but it felt good to take my hikers off after just sitting with them on. Again, perhaps a little breaking in will help with that.These do not look nor feel cheap.At this time, I am overall pleased. If I experience anything worth sharing (good or bad, but especially bad) I will be back to update.