I have owned a few pairs of Merrell waterproof boots in the past, they have always been very high quality. Not these boots, they are not even remotely waterproof. In the snow these boots keep your feet dry for about 5 minutes TOPS, then your toes will slowly become completely soaked. For $120 these boots were a huge disappointment. I contacted Merrell to see if they were willing to stand by their product and help a loyal customer... NOPE. They said try to return them to the place you bought them. Thanks for nothing Merrell! You now have 1 less customer.