Description
These Thermo Adventure boots feature some of Merrell’s M Select™ technologies to provide sound protection from the elements. The moisture-wicking membranes keep wet on the outside, while the lightweight, low-bulk insulation keeps body heat on the inside. The boots feature air-cushioned heels to absorb shock and add stability. These men’s boots have Vibram Arctic Grip™ outsoles that provide you with superior traction on wet ice.
Ranked by the Toronto Rehabilitation Institute as a top slip-resistant winter boot. Click here for more details.
Style: J06097
Features
LEATHER UPPER
M SELECT™ DRY MEMBRANE
Seals out water and lets moisture escapePULL LOOP
M SELECT™ WARM LIGHTWEIGHT, LOW BULK INSULATION
MERRELL AIR CUSHION IN THE HEEL
Absorbs shock and adds stabilityEVA MIDSOLE
VIBRAM ARCTIC GRIP™ OUTSOLE
Superior traction on wet iceLACE-UP STYLE
Rated 5 out of
5
by
Mikealberta from
Very good winter boot with ice grip
I recently bought a pair of the Merrell Thermo Adventure winter boots and had the opportunity to check them out under different winter conditions. I walk everyday approximately 4 km on sidewalks and forested trails and have walked in the boots in -15 degree Celsius temperature so far. The boots were very comfortable and warm (wearing one pair of hiking socks) and the grip stayed flexible. I also had the chance to try them on icy sidewalks after a freezing rain and on crusty icy paths. I was not disappointed with the grip on the icy trails or sidewalks. On the icy rutted trails, the boot provided sufficient ankle support. I tested them under conditions where I would normally have used ice cleats yet felt sure footed with just the Vibram Arctic grips. I have not had them long enough to comment on wear but they seem well built. My only minor gripe is with the boot laces loosening up a bit while walking but that can be easily remedied with different boot laces if needed (or just double knotting them). I purchased them on sale and in my opinion were a good value for the money spent.
Date published: 2018-11-20
Rated 5 out of
5
by
WINTERONE from
Excellent Boots
Great boot if you do lots of winter walking, light weight and comfortable, feet stay dry, good traction but you still need ice cleats if you get winter rain
Date published: 2018-01-14
Rated 4 out of
5
by
Jerssey from
Nice Boots
Bought these boots for my husband a few weeks again and so far they are great. Even in -30 weather, keep feet warm.
Date published: 2018-01-06
Rated 1 out of
5
by
Alex2019 from
Narrow fit
I thought they would form to my foot. I went with a size 10 for more width. Normal size is 8.5. The hard rubber will not form to my foot. I can’t wear them. Waste of money. Very narrow fit.
Date published: 2019-01-01
Rated 1 out of
5
by
Jonathan027 from
Poor on Ice or Rain and Snow mixed
I have been wearing it for 3 days now. The shoe is definitely waterproof and it keeps heat inside but when it comes to the grip, it is not sufficient. I could have slipped 4 times today only. I consider that the grip is not working as expected on icy or snow rain surfaces.
I also usually wear number 8 and I had to use 10 on this one to be comfortable because the front is a bit narrow.
Well for $180+tax, I definitely won’t recommend it
Date published: 2019-01-09
Rated 5 out of
5
by
Karmapig from
Great Value
I haven't had these very long, but I did get hit with a day full of snow, and freezing rain. I walk 7 Km to work, and 7km from work every day. I'm very hard on foot wear, I'll update at some point if the tread life is miserable, but so far I have no indication of that.
The Vibram Arctic grip does exactly as advertised, You are not getting Crampon-MicroSpike level of grip.. but there is a significant difference in the level of grip, versus a standard Vibram sole. You still need to be balanced, and sure footed, but the difference is very noticeable.
The boots have sloshed through Kilometers of puddles, snow and slush, kept me dry as a bone, and warm.. very warm, potentially too warm some days....
Very firm boot, rigid, and comfortable, I put them on and walked, no discomfort, pain, aches.. Great product.
Date published: 2018-12-17
Rated 4 out of
5
by
TSW14 from
Warm winter boots with decent grip
Had several pairs of Merrill boots which are great boots but hard soles are often very slippery on ice. Tried these and they are very good in most winter conditions except polished ice.
Date published: 2017-12-25
Rated 5 out of
5
by
khkw from
Love these boots!
I'm originally from Winnipeg, so after moving to Ottawa, I have never really felt challenged by winter here. My wife, originally from Toronto, is another story. She went in specifically for boots with Arctic Grip and because I was there, and because there was a sale, I bought these for myself. I'm glad I did. I LOVE them. So comfortable! I leave the laces tied loosely and slip them on. IF there is ice, but NO fresh snow (like there was here in Ottawa after the big melt and refreeze), these boots work fabulously. If there is snow on top of the ice, the Arctic Grip is no better than any other boot. In deep snow, they work great of course. I highly recommend these boots!
Date published: 2018-01-31