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Sorel Caribou Boots - Men's

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The classic Sorel Caribou winter boots provide legendary warmth and protection in cold, snowy conditions.

Four-layer 9mm ThermoPlus™ felt liners insulate to -40 ° F and are removable for easy drying
Waterproofed Nubuck leather uppers are triple-stitched to handcrafted waterproof rubber bottoms for long-lasting wear
Warm acrylic fleece pile collars help keep snow and debris out of boots
The Sorel Caribou winter boots feature lugged rubber outsoles to help you negotiate snow and slush with confidence

Temperature ratings are approximate based on high activity levels and can be affected by many conditions, including weather, wearer's activity level, fitness, metabolism, perspiration, circulation, exposure time, clothing and cold sensitivity.

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Sorel Caribou Boots - Men's Customer Reviews

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Sorel Caribou Boots - Men's

2.7

(based on 41 reviews)

51%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Pros

Comfortable (22)
Warm (16)
Good traction (13)
Waterproof (13)
Easy in/out (12)

Cons

Heavy (14)
Not waterproof (8)
Heavy / bulky (7)
Not warm (7)
Don't breathe (4)

Best Uses

Cold / extreme (17)
Snow (17)
Wet / rain (9)
Cold weather (6)
Slippery terrain (5)

- Sizing:
- Feels full size too small
  
  Feels half size too small
  
  Feels true to size
  
  64%
  (7 reviews)
  Feels half size too big
  
  Feels full size too big
- Width:
- Feels too narrow
  
  Feels true to width
  
  80%
  (8 reviews)
  Feels too wide

- Reviewer Profile:
- Avid adventurer (20), Casual/ recreational (19)
- Gear Usage:
- Cold weather living (23), Winter sports (12)
- Was this a gift?:
- No (10), Yes (4)

Reviewed by 41 customers

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Feb

2013

5.0

Excdellent

By rufflesthecat

from Massachusetts

About Me Casual/ Recreational

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Pros

Comfortable
Good Traction
Warm
Waterproof

Cons

Best Uses

Cold Weather
Snow
Wet Conditions

Comments about Sorel Caribou Boots - Men's:

Use it for ice fishing and snowmobiling. They are warm, comfortable, and stay dry. I would recommend them to everyone

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Feb

2013

5.0

Caribou by Sorel

By Lynn Terry

from North East

About Me Casual/ Recreational

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Pros

Comfortable
Good Traction
Warm
Waterproof

Cons

Difficult Entry & Exit

Best Uses

Cold Weather
Slippery Terrain
Snow
Wet Conditions

Comments about Sorel Caribou Boots - Men's:

After losing a pair of knock-off Sorels to flooding in 2011 I was looking to replace my "pack" boots this winter. This time around I went with the name brand Sorels offered at REI. After 5 days of hunting in cold and snowy conditions I am more than happy with my investment. First and foremost I wanted a boot that would keep my feet warm. The second consideration, a waterproof boot for marshy and snowy conditions. Third, good traction. These Sorels have met or surpassed my expectations in all three categories. I can't wait to break them out again whether it be for a quick walk in the winter landscape or for a full day's hunt. I would recommend these boots highly.

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Jan

2013

5.0

Grandson's 1st Snow Boots

By Grandma8443

from Citrus Heights, CA

About Me Casual/ Recreational

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Pros

Comfortable
Easy Entry & Exit
Good Traction
Warm
Waterproof

Cons

Best Uses

Cold Weather
Snow
Wet Conditions

Comments about Sorel Caribou Boots - Men's:

Online ordering was really easy and delivery was better than average during the heavy holiday season.

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Dec

2012

1.0

Not waterproof

By rsharrer

from Reno, NV

About Me Avid Adventurer

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Pros

Warm

Cons

Bulky
Heavy
Not Waterproof

Best Uses

Comments about Sorel Caribou Boots - Men's:

Received these as a gift. After reading reviews here I did a waterproof test on brand new boots. Failed. In about 6" of water left boot leaked at point where leather meets rubber outsole. I would not trust these in winter conditions in the Sierra Nevada where I would be using them. I will be returning for these for a refund.

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Dec

2012

(1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

1.0

Good for............NOTHING!

By Just Enough

from Kettle Moraine, WI

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Pros

Comfortable
Easy Entry & Exit
Waterproof

Cons

Don't Breathe
Heavy
Not Warm

Best Uses

Nothing

Comments about Sorel Caribou Boots - Men's:

I work out side 8 hours a day through the Wisconsin winters, thats the best product test i can think of. And these boots fail! There is no difference in warmth between them and my non-insulated Danner leather boot. They do stay dry but you can't feel your feet to tell.

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Oct

2012

(0 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

4.0

I love these

By kberg613

from Beit Shemesh, Israel

About Me Avid Adventurer

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Pros

Comfortable
Good Traction
Stylish

Cons

Don't Breathe
Heavy

Best Uses

Cold Weather
Snow

Comments about Sorel Caribou Boots - Men's:

I love these. They are so cosy.

Service and delivery comments:

Came Fast!

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Feb

2012

(2 of 5 customers found this review helpful)

1.0

They Fell Apart

By DrKeith

from Los Angeles

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Pros

Warm

Cons

Best Uses

Cold Weather
Snow

Comments about Sorel Caribou Boots - Men's:

I bought these boots 10 years ago but only wore them twice because they were too bulky to pack for most ski trips (flying). When I drove up to Tahoe, I wanted to use them for snowshoeing. When I laced them up, the leather tabs that hold the laces disintegrated. Sorel IS NOT like REI, [@]. They said the boots were more than a year old and were "out of warranty". My only option was to repair them myself. This is NOT the way I have been treated by REI, [@], etc. My reviews on the Sorel website have not been posted (gee!) I advise buyers to look for another company if they expect any customer service. These are expensive boots and are of poor quality.

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Feb

2012

(2 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

1.0

Awful Boots-NOT WORTH THE PRICE!

By Bagey

from Mt. Shasta, CA

About Me Avid Adventurer

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Pros

Resemble the Original

Cons

Extremely Poor Quality
Not Comfortable
Not Warm
Not Waterproof

Best Uses

Comments about Sorel Caribou Boots - Men's:

It is a real shame when there is an outstanding product out there and it suddenly changes. Sorel had almost the perfect winter boot, and changed it. (I guess it was not so perfect for them). I will not buy again, and I will advise anyone close to me not to buy. Maybe, and only maybe, if Sorel returns to original quality of previouis years. My most recent pair look worse after not even one full winter season, than my Sorel Caribou pair from 20 years ago!

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Jan

2012

(2 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

1.0

Sorel SHAME SHAME SHAME

By sorel made in china

from Ashland Oregon

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Cons

Best Uses

Comments about Sorel Caribou Boots - Men's:

They started making these in China and they delaminate and let in cold water.

Shame on Sorel for putting their name on the Caribou. I went on a search and rescue for a missing eight year old boy—more than ten below, and the things delaminated.

Shame on you Sorel. SHAME SHAME SHAME!

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Jan

2012

(2 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

1.0

Downward Spiral

By SeattleBobb

from Seattle, WA

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Pros

Cons

Best Uses

Comments about Sorel Caribou Boots - Men's:

Sorel's has become another sad story in the book of reputable companies that sold out. I have a pair of Caribou's that I bought in 1995. They are still going strong today. Still waterproof, still warm, and have held up really well. Unfortunately, from what I have read and heard first hand from friends, the newer version of this boot is no where close to the old versions.

When Kaufman went bankrupt and sold the Sorel brand to Columbia in around 2000 that was strike number one. I personally have had very bad experiences with Columbia gear. Their basic clothing is fine, but anything more advanced from boots to so-called waterproof jackets have been a major disappointment. When they moved the production of Sorel's from Canada to China/Vietnam what was strike two and three. My friends that have bought recent versions of the Caribou boot have all kinds of issues. Poor stitching, non sealed seems, cracking rubber, poor warranty service, etc... Now Sorel seems more into building fluffy boots for style instead of solid boots for actual outdoor activities. Until they turn things around, I would NOT recommend these boots or anything else from Sorel except maybe house slippers.