Columbia Men's Plateau Waterproof Hiking Shoe

I usually don't review much but this is important to those of us that work outside all year.Fit- Little tight on the 9.5 (so I would suggest sizing up to the next 1/2) but the breathable fabric stretches a bit and I don't tie tight so comfort is VERY good.I read meters so I'm on constantly changing terrain. I mostly walk on soaked lawns and in between bushes on roots and mud. Traction is sure footed and good despite a low lug (more like a sneaker sole). These will also pound city side walks all day with great cushioning and bounce back from the heel. LIGHT WEIGHT TOO ! Well made and built like a tank I'd say these make that GREAT all around pair for work. No more changing from sneakers to boots ! It's BATTLE PROVEN !

These shoes are super comfortable, that is, once I got the size right! I usually wear a 11.5W, so I ordered 12W. But once I received the first pair, I realized that they were way too small. Had to exchange for a 13W. Now they fit super nice. Size up on your order at least by 1.5 and you'll avoid the process of exchange. Have not had the chance to explore the effectiveness against water, but plan to update my review once I've put them through the test. I'm sure you'll like them once you get the size right.

I bought these shoes in size 10 Wide (Bison Brown/Warm Copper) and have been incredibly impressed. Normally, I wear a size 9.5, but since my feet are on the wider side, I decided to size up to a 10 in the wide option based on reviews. Let me tell you, it was the right choice! These shoes fit perfectly.From the moment I slipped them on, they felt like heaven. The quality of the materials is top-notch, and they look amazing. I’ve traveled to China and wore these as my go-to shoes during the Canton Fair, where I walked for three solid weeks. They were super comfortable, offering great support throughout long days of walking. I did notice that after about three hours, they can get a bit warm, but that’s pretty typical with most sneakers. It didn’t bother me enough to be a dealbreaker.What really sold me on these shoes was their waterproof capability. I tried them out in the rain, and they were exactly as advertised—completely waterproof. My feet stayed dry even in a downpour, which is a huge plus for someone who does a lot of outdoor activities or travels in unpredictable weather.What’s even more impressive is that after over a year of wear, they still look brand new. These shoes are incredibly durable and hold up to constant use. Also, I snagged them on sale for a great price, but honestly, they’re worth three times what I paid. They feel luxurious, are well-made, and have definitely earned their place as a staple in my wardrobe.Would I buy them again? Absolutely. Would I recommend them? Yes, especially for those with wider feet. If you’re someone who needs something that balances comfort, durability, and style (plus waterproof protection), these shoes will not disappoint. Just keep in mind that they are a bit on the heavier side, so I wouldn’t recommend wearing them for 7+ hours straight, but for moderate to long walks, they’re perfect. Definitely worth every penny!

These shoes are awesome!Been wearing these for 8 months. They hold up great. Super waterproof and they breathe!Comfortable and durable. Still look great after many months of use.This is an excellent product.My feet ate narrow and these are great for me, so if you have a wider foot, these might not be perfect, but there is still plenty of room to release the laces for wider feet.

To start with I have size 14 feet and have a wide foot. I purchased the 14 wide shoe and was sent the correct item, though when trying them on they are super tight, even on the toe box. I dread to feel what the 14 regulars feel like! I dHad to double check the labels to make sure I was sent the correct show, but I discovered they are in fact 14 wide. They certainly don't feel wide. I have another pair of columbia walking boots and they are great feeling walking shoes, and at a 14 wide they felt perfect, which is why I purchased these too. Not just that, the price was crazy low at a sale of $24!! Though the price honestly doesn't matter as they are unwearable for me and would destroy my feet if I attempted a longer than 10 minute walk, let alone a hike on rough terrain for an hour or 2!! I genuinely would have no feet left by the end of it. I'm exaggerating of course, but that is the difference between the description and the physical fit for me.Pros. From what I felt the pros are that they are soft on the heel and toes, have adequate arch support, feel lightweight and grippy, and have a good mix of breathable upper with solid leather so should last a while. Only issue for me is they don't fit my foot width at all, even though in theory they are my size. I will be returning them this week, as they just don't fit as described which is a shame as I wanted to like these!

I purchased the waterproof Plateau sneakers in early January of this year, and now, only two months later, the soles have worn almost entirely through their tread on the front outer portion of both shoes! I know that anyone reading this may think that I’m overusing them or being too rough, but all I’ve done is go walking or hiking in them for 1-2 hours, 4-5 days per week.I contacted Columbia’s customer service through their site, as my return window with Amazon had closed by the time this issue became apparent, and they gave me the runaround and tried to just say that this is normal wear that happens. Normal shoes wear through their soles with light use after two months??? I think not!Now, my only options are to pay for shipping to have these sent to their warranty department and repaired or refunded for vendor credit if they can’t be repaired. That, or I can pay to have them resoled with a higher-quality material locally.I am not pleased with the quality of these shoes at all, and will not buy Columbia again after this. I recommend you look elsewhere if you value shoes that last more than one season.