Columbia  Venturetrot Boots - Women's

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] One of my best purchases from Columbia. They are comfortable and stylish. Highly recommended!

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] The boot is comfortable and warm, but the Traction on snow is deadly! Just water is fine, snow is a no go. I guess I will be looking for a new pair of winter boots other than Columbia, so ddisappointed!

These boots preformed exactly wow I’d hoped they would, especially in the realm of comfort and traction. However, after 3-weeks of daily wear the right boot stared to squeak. I cleaned the outsole of the up the boot to make sure there’s was nothing stuck to it that would cause the squeaking noise… then I took out the insole to clean and make sure it wasn’t the reason for the constant loud squeaking noise. Unfortunately the right boot is still squeaking. It’s so loud people stare at me when I’m walking my dogs to figure out where the annoying noise is coming from. I can literally here the squeaking thru my super expensive Bose Noise Canceling headphones. I’m going to have to try and return these even though they’re extremely comfortable because the squeaking is so annoying. Bummer!!

I bought these boots a couple months ago to use during the winter months in Chicago, when we get snow and ice. I had a good experience of them for the most part, they were comfortable, easily wiped down and cleaned, waterproof, and I felt sturdy in them. However, on January 1,2026, while wearing these boots, I slipped on ice and broke my foot in two places. I was rushed to the emergency room and will be having surgery within a week of my original fall. I do not blame the shoes for my fall, but I did have trust that the shoes would have sufficient traction and grip for the weather that comes along with the winter months. I was already being extra cautious on the day I broke my foot as I could tell the sidewalks were slippery. I do not take unnecessary risks, and there was not much snow or ice on the ground. I am also in my mid 20s, and have good strength and balance, so I’m not the type of person who might be more susceptible to falls. I thought that these were the shoes which would keep me safe and stable on sidewalks lightly coated with ice. So now i don’t trust these boots, and I would not recommend them at all, and would even go so far as to caution people to look into alternatives. I’m not an expert on what makes a boot a “good” winter boot, and I can’t prove another boot would have performed differently, and I wouldn’t have the broken Foot I have now. What I do know is this: I wore these books as they were intended, I slipped on ice, and I broke my foot, which is now going to drastically impact my life for a lot of time to come. There will be many expenses from my ER visit, ambulance ride, surgery, PT, accommodations to make life easier as I recover, etc. I would recommend you maybe spend a little more on your winter boots, shop around, and hopefully you can avoid the outcome I have found myself in. Please be careful on snow and ice. I’m attaching a picture of the boot which was on my broken foot and had to be cut off in the emergency room. If I hear from Columbia regarding this surprising experience with their product I will update my review accordingly.

Killer… Just love these! Updated and modern Chelsea vibe, super warm according to my 11-year-old, she put them on and would not leave the store without them, and that was that! REI always wants to review the next day, and it hasn’t rained yet so… I’ll assume their water tight :-).

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Just got these last night in the lavender and I'm surprised people are having issues with sizing. I found these to be true to size and fit like a gem. I got a 9.5, and I can wear with thick or thin socks and have no issues. Very warm, heavy duty rubber with serious grip. Excited to have these for an upcoming trip to a ski resort in Canada at the end of the month!

Darling boots, great traction. I can't get over that I can't get my foot in with a sock on, no matter what type of sock. It isn't feasible to wear these without socks in Colorado due to warmth. Feels great and roomy inside, I simply just can't get them on unless bare foot.

These boots are surprisingly comfortable, nice cushion liner and support. With a pair of wool socks they are dry, warm and perfect for Michigan slush and snow season. Unlike other reviewers, I have no problem sliding my foot in, using the pull tab at the back of the boot.

I wanted a slightly lower top and easier to slip on lighter winter boot for running errands, etc. this was bigger and heavier than what I had in mind. The sizing seemed true to size with plenty of tie room that I requested.