BIG boots that are the warmest I've ever purchased.
Long review; I hope it helps. First and foremost, warmest boots I've ever owned, period. Before I go into a bit more detail on that, let's talk size. You need to be aware that you will need AT LEAST one full size larger than what you normally wear. I would consider my feet normal width, but I wear size 14 in shoes and my previous boots. The pictures I've attached contain the winter boots I'm replacing (US14/33cm), as well as my everyday shoes (US14/32cm). This is to illustrate two things. One, these new Baffin Impact boots (US15/33cm) are gigantic! Hopefully the pics do justice. As anyone with large feet like mine can attest, "normal" size 14/15 shoes/boots, like those pictured here, usually dwarf most friends' and family's footwear. These Baffin boots are almost comical. All the people over the years who have told me I have clown shoes or skis, I can't wait for them to see these. When the box arrived, I wondered what the heck is that lol. Anyway... That's not a bad thing but I want to critically address some key points about these Baffin boots, at the size 15 which I bought. Some reviews have suggested, as well as, returned these boots because they were so big they could not drive with them on. This complaint is completely specific to the purchaser's vehicle. I drive a Ford Explorer and even with these giant boots, I have absolutely no issue driving with them on. Entering and exiting the vehicle is easy. No issues with physically moving from gas to brake, nor does pushing on one pedal impact the other. So I'd say buyer beware, but with my vehicle I have zero problems driving. Next, because they are so tall and so large in circumference around the neck of the boot, do not expect to fit snow pants over the top of these. Will not happen. My snow pants always have the two part design with the inner-most portion that goes inside boot, and the main pant leg going over the boot (the other normal sized, non-Baffin boots I show in the pics, this is easy and not an issue). Impossible with these Baffin boots. Snow pants must go inside the boot. They do have upper buckle fasteners, and the drawstring closure at the top can get snug, and stay snug, around your leg. However, I have NOT yet tried these boots in knee deep snow, so I cannot speak to their ability to limit snow from entering the boot. Lastly, regarding size, and emphasizing previous reviews about purchasing a larger size than typical, that is a must. Size 15 is snug. When wearing normal socks AND wool socks, I have zero wiggle room. By that I mean from heel to toe, and side to side, my foot is making contact with the inside of the boot. Not uncomfortable, or a deal breaker (although if they sold half sizes, 15.5, I would prefer those. That is only because I know that boots should always allow some extra room because that extra room is the best way to keep your feet warm inside winter boots. Again, they fit me. They do not hurt my feet. A couple times so far I've gone tubing at my local ski hill which required all day walking at an incline, often with slippery or uneven terrain. I did not have any pain or discomfort during or after activity as a result of wearing these boots. They are heavy. They have to be with the temperature rating and how big they are. Did they stop me from having fun each time, or cause issue? Absolutely not. I previously purchased some skin tight water shoes from Amazon (trust me there is a point to mentioning); they are size US13/32cm. When I purchased these Baffin boots, Amazon displayed a message for me that said based on your previous purchase, size 13 should fit. I read the reviews prior and most people mentioned the need to go a full size bigger than normal. Eventhough I usually wear 14/32cm-ish, I had the Amazon message about size 13 on my brain so I originally purchased these Baffin boots in size 14. I returned them as they required a very forced fit that hurt my feet. Size 15.5 would be preferable, but size 15 are fine, with zero issues. Deep breath, lastly, they are hands down the warmest boot I've ever owned. I previously mentioned wearing two pairs of socks with these boots. I have some minor circulation and nerve type issues in my feet and they usually get cold enough that even with good quality previously owned boots, they limit my fun and time outside. I will never wear two socks with these Baffin boots again! My feet were on fire and sweating even after all day on the ski slopes. Crazy warm. Love these boots.