RockportMen's Storm Surge Water Proof Plain Toe Boot

For the past two and a half years, my Rockport boots with Hydro-Shield waterproofing have been an absolute workhorse. As someone with a five-day work week and a rough daily commute that throws everything from downpours to unexpected puddles my way, these boots have truly been put to the test – and they have passed with flying colors.The Hydro-Shield technology is no joke. Despite being completely drenched on numerous occasions, my feet have remained consistently dry. This waterproof feature has been a game-changer, especially during those unpredictable weather days. I no longer have to worry about soggy socks or the discomfort of wet feet throughout my workday.What's truly remarkable is the overall condition of the boots after such consistent and demanding use. Aside from some expected wear on the soles, the boots look and feel almost new. The leather has held up beautifully, showing minimal signs of wear and tear. The stitching is still intact, and the overall construction remains solid and dependable.These Rockport boots have proven to be incredibly durable and resilient. They've handled daily wear, challenging commutes, and all sorts of weather conditions without showing significant signs of aging. The fact that after two and a half years of near-daily wear, the only noticeable wear is on the soles speaks volumes about the quality of materials and construction.If you're looking for a pair of reliable, comfortable, and truly waterproof boots that can withstand the rigors of daily life and demanding conditions, I wholeheartedly recommend these Rockport Hydro-Shield boots. They are an investment that will undoubtedly pay off in the long run, providing years of dependable service. I'm incredibly impressed with their longevity and performance.

I shopped carefully for this pair of work boots, reading reviews for my preferred features (round natural toe, wide enough to insert custom insoles, lightweight, waterproof, short top, clean smooth surface that wouldn’t collect dust, moderate sole that would allow comfortable walking) and this boot fits those wants better than any pair I’ve ever had. I am on my feet 12-14 hours a day walking construction sites as an inspector and my feet ache with heavy-soled boots but hikers collect too much dust.I wasn’t too worried about other people’s reviews that mentioned wearing out quickly because I clean and oil my boots regularly (dirt tears boots up fast when left in the seams) though I wondered how the soles would hold up. They’re doing great. I was a little concerned at first because they were stiff at the ankle and made my ankles hurt for a couple of weeks before they softened up. That was a surprise because reviews had said that the padding was comfortable. It wasn’t at first. I don’t lace the top eyelet and they feel great now that they’re softened.I walked through standing water all day one day and they only leaked around the tongue when they were submerged 4-5 inches. Amazing waterproofing. Could not be more pleased. Will definitely replace with the same boots when they do wear out. These are now my go-to summer boots.Note: they do run a tad wide. Works for me because I pull the insole and put memory foam soles inside. And I think they would not work so well for winter boots.1-year update: I just finished Shoe-Gooing these boots because other than the soles separating from the uppers, they’re in top-notch condition. I wore them through the winter with thick wool socks and a thinner insole and they worked great. I’ve gone through three pairs of insoles and many pairs of shoe laces but the shoes just keep on going. Couldn’t recommend them more.

I love these boots. I knew I would, as I already had them in brown and wanted a black pair. My issue is the way they mailed them. They showed up in one of those thin plastic like envelope things and the box was absolutely destroyed. Besides that, these have most likely been sent out to someone else before me. That's fine, if you try on shoes in a store, chances are someone else has tried them on. But they showed up dirty. The bottom of the boots has stuff all over them and the tops of the boots had some scuffs. Overall, I would recommend these....they are comfortable, will withstand water, look good, etc. But come on Rockport, at least make sure they are clean before you mail them out and think about giving the box a little more protection, as I know you would have blamed me if I had sent them back.