Baffin Enduro | Men's Boots | Mid-Calf Height Review

I bought these for fishing. I use them any time I have to wade into the water while loading or unloading my boat, as well as fishing from the bank in some situations. They live in the bed of my truck, which is covered, and are never inside. So, they're always outdoors but not always exposed to the elements.When wading on the boat ramp, I find these boots to have really good traction, even if there's slime or moss on it. They're high enough that I don't have to worry about waves while I work. They are a little stiff still, so walking on riprap or any other kind of large rock pile - common at boat ramps - can be challenging. Same goes for just any kind of uneven terrain. This is mostly due to the structure of the boot limiting how much you can flex your ankle. I don't yet know if that will change as I use the boots more. My opinion is that they will loosen up over time but who knows how much.I use these boots when bank fishing at the Falls of the Ohio, a spot which is sometimes called the 'most dangerous on the Ohio'. There are multiple spillways, a hydro dam, and a lock all in one place, with exposed rock shelves full of fossils, slick mud flats, all sorts of undergrowth, etc. Conditions there vary greatly and it can be a challenge to get around, what with all the driftwood and other floating junk that ends up on the banks of a river. These boots were AWESOME there. I always felt like I had good footing, even when standing in 12" of flowing water on mossy rock. They performed well on gravel, solid rock, mud-covered rock, and every single thing underwater. I never lost traction, but I was also very careful about my footing. That is no place to fall in the water. They didn't do so well in the deep river mud but what boot does? Overall, I was impressed.Construction on these is really good. They're absolutely waterproof, with a solid, thick, rubber upper portion and a sturdy sole. Whatever the material of that sole is, is perfect for these boots. It provides excellent traction and it feels like it's really durable. I have confidence that it can handle the rocks just fine. They fit me just fine, maybe a little large, but since I always wear thick socks in boots like this it's not a problem. Overall, a great waterproof boot that can handle lots of situations without breaking the bank.

Ordered these to replace a pair that was over 10 years old. This pair is a perfect fit. Looking forward to another 10 great years.

These are just okay. I am a farmer with irrigated land in southern Idaho. I wear irrigation boots a lot. These boots are much more comfortable than normal boots, but I left them on the front porch ONE day in 90 degree weather in the open sun and now they are deformed. The sunlight cooked them and it wasn't even very hot. They won't stand up straight they bend over like the dorsal fin of an orca in captivity. No leaks yet but as far as durability I just don't think they will last long. The rubber is kind of soft, which makes them comfortable, but they probably will develop cracks before long. For the record I have NEVER had a pair of irrigation boots last me more than 1 summer. I have tried many many brands and none that I am overly happy with. I might try these again just because they are quite comfortable and easy to get on and off, and durability seems to be average or slightly above average. Not bad for the price.

These boots have been excellent. I use them as my primary footwear while caving. These boots have held up extremely well gripping mud and boulders like spiderman. The tread shows some sign of wear, but considering they are regularly tromping on limestone and calcite, I am impressed there as well. I was a bit worried when purchasing due to the series of "split after x days" posts. These things have earned their money with me.If you plan to use these caving or on hard terrain for long periods of time, I would recommend Neoprene socks. They keep my feet warm and provide great additional cushion.Update: After 15 or so months of use, a small split formed in front where ankle and leg meet. I repaired with some inner tube I cut and some shoe goo. It held up great on my last kayak/cave trip so I expect to get another year. These have been qbused in unforgiving environments and I will certainly biy again when these become unrepairable.

These boots exceeded all expectations. They were designed and manufactured with a lot of integrity. The sole is very thick and will insulate well from slush and snow. The top is wide enough for the foot to slip in easily. What’s more, they look good!I had read one reviewer who wrote that the boots were thin. I expected some kind of tote-boot rubber. They are in no way thin. They are thick and substantial. Although, they are call rain boots, they are, in my opinion, perfect for snow as well.In my opinion, they are a bargain. There are rubber boot offered at $150 and $175 a pair which I have examined very carefully in stores here -- and they are not of this quality.Yes, the sizes run very large. It’s possible that a Size 10-1/2 foot could fit in Size 9 boot. I ordered Size 10 for feet that measure 10-1/2. The boots would still be too big without the industrial “steel-tipped” Dickies socks that I went out and bought -- because I liked them too much to risk that Size 9 would not fit!

These boots fit amazingly and feel excellent, even when worn 9 hours a day. However within the first month of owning (I got these in May) they began showing some rips, and this month (July, 2 months after purchase) the side of the right boot ripped right above the imprinted logo (about an inch above the sole), rendering the boots useless for any kind of work involving water. I work around/in streams and other bodies of water frequently, making rubber boots necessary. I will stick to generic rubber boots, they might not be as comfortable, but apparently they're just as durable and don't come with a premium price tag for sub premium durability.