Columbia Women's Discontinued Newton Ridge Plus Waterproof Amped

I read the reviews wherever I could find them. I had become very confused over the sizing. I have a hard enough time getting the right size without this much of a difference thrown at me too!I was in love @first glance, beautiful dark gray with aqua strings. Ordered size 7 as suggested though I wear a size 6.5 or 6. Feet measures a size 5-5.5, L=8.5" R=8.7". There lies the rub, right foot doesn't fit sizes same as left one by a fraction so hit or miss. Also, remember, as you age, your feet spread causing sizing up like me to 6.5 in shoes, 7 usually in boots but style can put you back to regular size if they are rounded toe box or squared box mostly in western styles. Shoes strings are very helpful as they can be adjusted to make more room, not more length. Mules are easier to get by smaller sized if you don't have toes that won't go entire way down, heel hangs off, usually good bet as mostly open. Overall best choice in any type of foot covering is "Leather", your friend for stretching if little small as they will mold to feet, put in a cushion before wearing though. Zippers are the bomb for higher topped boots/shoes especially with fat feet, high instep, opens the slimmer top for feet to get to sole.Back to the size sessions; First was great price on 7's, looked order back up and saw where I had ordered from the warehouse! Wow, what a great mistake... for my sis! Really, check it out. What others say about buying "like new", warehouse, etc., if you don't check it out, you are making HUGE mistake. I would never had known if not curious then found sticker where stated, "checked by warehouse". Besides, if you don't like what you receive, give them to your sis for Christmas! If that's not acceptable, check returns, usually can send back w/30 days from Amazon, look at rules though. Truly, you need to check the other items like ones we sometimes just look at and Nope, return. Perfect shape, they get sold cheaper w/new ones @less cost.Wanted those boots but those 7's were too great price, that's why sis got them and was gaga over them. So, I ordered size 6, suggested 6.5, too bad, too big but kept just in case.... the size 5's I was ordering now, 3rd try, didn't fit even though suggested I wear a 6 now! Well the 5's came and went, that fraction of inch on R foot, felt fine, but only for few minutes, just fraction too small in toes based on R foot!Last and 4th time! Wow! That tells you how badly I wanted these shoes, they just checked off too many boxes to let them go without a good fight. The 5.5's I was sure would fit in a WIDE, had been costly, at over $100 if remember correctly. Figures! Only size left & at most expensive price! Waited a day later, 5.5W's & more sizes had come in, ordered them up and got them in about a day. When I saw them, crossed fingers as I thought they were a yes. I have them on now, they feel like they should have been on my feet the whole time! So, the size 5.5W is my size w/just enough room for thick socks or thinner ones. I live in Florida, though kids live in Denver & Boise & France. These will work out fine for all places as it is warm today here & fit & feel great!Updated: 12/1/23, getting later, quicker! After size 7, 6, 5, 5.5W and guess what? Another size 6 was ordered at new price 1/2 of all others, came few days later. Probably wondering what was wrong w/1st size 6's? Nothing, just needed to make sure of correct size due to computer blindness, too much shopping. I was getting goofy and thought perhaps all in my head, being too careful. What actually happened was I realized when I put those 5's on, I'd be needing really thick, wool socks and they would be more conducive & warmer to wear in a size 6!!!! Ran to Ross, bought thick wool socks, 2 pairs, eh cheap try. I have finally found my problem, I am a Floridian going to frozen U.S. This past Thursday it was really cold here and even wearing great boots w/socks feet were freezing in few minutes on way to HOA meeting! Thank goodness I used my "prior northern snow experience" to kick me in head, loosen up screws and I now firmly believe that I had probably needed to size down one size smaller than the size 7 suggested to the size 6 (I got twice!) or try a wide in next small size if all left. I know I really needed the room, which these boots have plenty of and are warm whereas my Frye's were made for Florida & no thick socks! The only dilemma w/sizing is the extra room throughout/around entire toe bed & instep w/room to spare, it's the length to think about, like I finally did. I also put in a shoe cushion to help with some of the extra room, then thick socks won over. Still have plenty of room through toe bed area but TOO PRETTY, COMFY & TIRED to second guess anymore, size 6 it is!Merry Christmas Folks! Good Luck with your sizing, hope this finally solves some problems??? It was the socks that made all the difference which I kept hearing in almost every review but didn't hear the bell in head go off... All's good that ends with most comfortable boot for warm & still is especially fab for cold, wet wool sock weather! I can go snow boarding now! Uh Oh, gotta get lined pants, knit cap, goggles, warmer gloves, down filled vest... Merry Christmas to me.....

This photo is from after a full week of being a sponsor at a very rainy, very muddy week of church camp. These boots got muddy and very wet multiple times. I did not clean them or even wipe them down...they just repelled all the mud and water off themselves. It's magical.Aside from their magical properties, the fit and quality of these boots are incredible. The toe box is wide enough for my toes to feel very comfortable and not squished at all. I wear long socks with these, and my ankle doesn't get rubbed raw or feel sore/tender, even after wearing these all day for a week straight. These boots also have a great amount of support.As far as functionality, I can vouch for these being a great option for muddy, wet, rocky, and flat environments. They feel about as light as a normal pair of shoes, so it doesn't feel like you're having to drag your feet around.The colors are beautiful, too! I've had these for about a year, and they've stayed as vibrant as they were when I got them.If you're looking for a pair of hiking boots that are high quality, comfortable, aesthetically pleasing, feel like they will last a very long time, and won't break the bank, buy these shoes!

I bought these shoes for my sister, and they were delivered earlier than expected! Kudos to the seller. My sister absolutely loves them. The fit is perfect and the style and color are exactly what she wanted. 👍

I bought these from Dick but then found them on here for 1/2 the price. They are comfortable and held up to the Sedona Red Rocks! I use the on all my hikes now. Very durable shoe and it fits great.

I love the quality of the shoes. I still regret not taking it back home when I was hiking by the mountains so I could review it more better than right now but 30 days comfort is a top notch.. The weight is little extra. That’s why I didn’t give five star. I like the color as it’s camouflage with the nature and it’s indeed waterproof as well.

I bought these for my daughter for hiking so far they have been great they fit very comfortably and seem to be waterproof she’s gone through a few streams below ankle height and not gotten wet feet they were nice and warm in the colder months but not to hot for summer. They have held up very well and still look good.

Such a a great and comfortable hiking boots 🥾 I walk several miles with them without getting hit or tired. Good for all year around hikes.

I tried these shoes on locally so that I could purchase the proper size. After purchasing two pair of Hoka and returning them I needed some assurance. These shoes are comfy I opted for going up 2 sizes to accommodate custom insoles and thick socks. I love a more roomy feel, but my feet don’t slip around in the boot, I lace them up snug but not too tight. These didn’t require any breaking in, they were great right of the box. The price was a steal I got them for less than $50. Very important as I’m not sure I’ll need them much, the boots were purchased for a one time hiking trip so we’ll see if I like hiking or the boots enough to keep them in use! The boots seem durable although I haven’t worn them much. I do think they are nice looking, light enough for being a boot and functional.