Columbia Newton Ridge Plus II Review
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- I love Columbia gear! But NOT this shoe! Video explains the rough, tough time I have had with the wear of this shoe! This shoe wore so comfortably, yet the wear and break in failed! Thin PUV leather tears, rips, dried out, soft bottom, etc...
Like stated in previous comments. 60miles weekly and they’re 6months old. You’ve very well gotten your moneys worth!!
I work as a order filler and walk ten hours a day on concrete my feet love these boots can’t beat the price
Massive respect to you for these reviews any shoe that you approve I’ll be impressed by. It’s very rare to find someone who can stress test as much as you.
Many thanks!!!! Cheers!!!!
I got to say that 6months at 60 miles a week for this boot is damn good. Consider most hiking boots and trail shoes have to changed out at least that.
Was thinking the same thing. 1400-1500 miles out of a pair of hiking boots is nothing to frown at. For the price, if they go 500-600 miles I'd be happy, if that.
My entire wardrobe is Columbia glad you gave a honest review on these shoes. Clear simple straight to the point about usage and product detail.
I am a landscaper by trade and I absolutely love these boots. I just broke in my second pair. The soles wear out after about 4 or 5 months but they get put through the ringer daily.
I’m glad they worked out for you. There are two types of leather used. Mine wore out and broke through quickly. I love Columbia, especially the clothing. This particular pair of shoes just failed for me! Cheers!!!
Thanks for the review. I just bought the black on black a few days ago as daily wears. Very comfortable and the grip is fantastic. I will apply saddle soap once a week and see how much longer I can make them last. Here in Canada they cost $140 plus tax. I sure hope I can prolong their life. I go through shoes and boots faster than anyone I know. Ive trashed $400 blundstones in a few months.
Jasper Good luck!!!! Please let me know how they wear. The saddle soap will definitely help. Again, the top layer is thin and could easily rip. Keep me posted!!! Cheers!
I could be mistaken, but I don't think the idea of this shoe is to wear them at a construction site everyday, wear them to Ikea, and then hike 60+ Miles a week in them over rough terrain. I'm pretty impressed with these shoes after hearing what you do with them, especially for the price...haha
Matthew you make some good points. I don’t wear them to construction sites I just work at foreclosure homes and we do trash out clean out things like that we also do all the shrubbery around the house and I do one or two of those a week you’re right they’re not built for those kind of things they’re great for IKEA a few walks here and there may be some trail hiking. But my point was just to show what they can do and what they can’t do that’s all it’s my opinion for what I do for work and I expressed that to say what their limits are that’s the reason for the videos are they nice comfortable shoes to wear on the town absolutely but that’s it thank you for watching thank you for coming to make some good points and people can make the decision based on that cheers
@@douglasbrown9625 yup, that makes sense. Thanks for you honest opinion. It helps me to make the right decision. I think for as little hiking is I do, the price is right for me.
I wish I would have found this channel before I bought these today. I'm new to hiking and probably will only wear these a couple times a month but I just went with a brand that I trust and the price was right. Oh well, I will get whatever mileage I can from them and come back here to know what to get with my next purchase. Enjoyed the video, very informative and a great review! Big thanks , subscribed!
They will be fine for that! I love Columbia gear. For what my purpose is, these shoes did not perform well, and I explained that. To wear on light hikes and around town, they will be fine. Many thanks for writing! Cheers!!!
You will be fine. I’ve had my pair for a few years, weekend hiking and fishing, including river fishing. Just take care of them.
Thanks for the in-depth review. At this writing, on Prime Day on Amazon July, 11, 2023, these hiking shoes are on sale for $50 plus change. I was going to get a pair, but not anymore.
Thanks for the help. 😎
This is the REAL evaluation of a product: LONG TERM USE. 👍🏻
Thanks for sharing. 😊
So let me get this straight. You’ve had these 6 months and worn them at least 60 miles per week. So that’s conservatively 1500+ miles and they’re still wearable. How is that a fail? Guys that thru-hike the Appalachian Trail typically go through at least two pairs of boots in 2179 miles. And those are MUCH more expensive boots - like $150+. So again.... how is it a fail to get 1500 miles out of a boot that costs less than $100?
Hey there! These are not my only pair of shoes that I wear if I stated that I stated that incorrectly I simply said that I do wear them a lot or have worn them a lot. I did not get to 1500 miles on the shoes, clearly I did not do that, I switch them up constantly. I will have to check to see how many miles I have on the shoes but clearly they failed after a short period of time. Thank you!
Thank you for your review. I wanted to buy, it's good that I found your review! In Latvia, it is offered for 95 Euro, it is not a small price! Good review, not like many people rate the shoes after a few weeks.!
Thank you sir! Cheers to you!
I love these boots...I'm beyond rough on my shoes and the last pair of these I had lasted me 6-7 years and there were no rips or anything when I retired them....actually got a new pair tonight
Great reviews 👍. I was looking at these shoes for a few days but thanks for the insight very helpful. Older video but glad it's here
These outlast Merrels and Timberlands plus they are a good quarter inch wider fwiw.
You are absolutely right about the pu leather...
thankyou for the solid and thorough reviews! This video is informative.
I was looking at these shoes for me, of course I just want them to be waterproof, since I will only use them in the city, nothing as hard as the use you gave them. The bad thing is that my number is already exhausted and I doubt they will arrive this season. Very good your review of the shoes.
So glad I saw this before I bought these. Thanks for this. As an aside, I think the word you're looking for is "supple" not "subtle" to describe the leather.
Righto! Thank you! Good shoes for around town, not to be worn as true work shoes! Cheers!!!!🍺
Thanks for the review. I am about to get a suede version of these. Hopefully they will hold up better
I feel like for the price point, these are not meant for you over 10 miles a day.. these are not bad for basic use.
Tyler Withers you are right! General use, they are fine, and quite attractive looking. But! That is why I do these fun videos to share what I do for a living and then test the shoes and people can decide accordingly. Thank you for the input and for watching!!
Dude you're talking about 6 months 60 mi in a week that's fantastic
Was thinking about buying them on sale but I think I will stay with the "Timberland Mt. Maddsen Waterproof Hiking Boot". Leather upper seems to be thicker in the Maddsen then the Newton Ridge Plus 2. I have warn the Maddsen pretty much daily for over two years. Making deliveries and working outside on landscape projects. Sole is just now wearing down in the back but the leather exterior is still in pretty good shape. Great review, thank you.
Colombian your recipe for outdoor wear is fantastic and your prices are awesome thank you and I love how you do big sizes actually that should come first Colombian I love you very much
I just bought them for $44 on Amazon. A bummer they are not for longnwalks but for this price...I'll rock them on weekends around town!
Oh, come on! Of course they are suitable for long walks
never seen them less than 70 dollars. can u send post the link to where u u bought it
What a great review, I was about to order them 5 mins before seeing this. Question: what’s the best budget hiking shoe you can recommend for beginner? I’m guessing there is no ‘cheap’ endurance shoe though :-) Thanks
I bought the targhee III over these. I wanted better quality but wish I would've bought the mid over the low. I live in Colorado and our trails can be quite rocky. I will be getting them this week so we will see how they do!
Correction I have the plus twos I'm super in love with them and I have a size 16 thank you Columbian I love you
Was going to ask if you thought the suede version would hold up better, but I see in one of your responses that it has. Looking for a mid weekend hiker to wear when a full boot isn't needed and this may do. Thanks for your review!
Keith Guin Still one of my most favorite shoes. I have reapplied water repellent but they have worn really well and comfortable. No tears or rips! Cheers to you and please let me know how they wear for you!!!!
I’ve had $450 top grain leather shoes that still rip by the pinky toe as well. No matter what it’ll happen just sooner on PU but for the drastically cheaper price, it’s worth it.
My very high quality ones lasted a good 4 years or so. So…. LONG RUN it’s worth it biting the bullet spending top dollar. But average joes are perfect with these
Was about to buy these, but after your in-depth review I decided not to, especially considering they retail for $200 here ! Cheers
Well, Douglas. You are wrong. I've had mine for 5 months, have gone on 11 full-days hiking trips, in rain, as well. These are wonderful. Little warm, hold tight, very comfortable. Not to mention, dirt cheap. Another big hit from Columbia. I dont know what You did wearing these, but if You intentionally kill them, thats your thing. But don't claim they are not loing lasting or bad quality. Reconsider!!!
Wow... big opinion from you. Like I said, it is my opinion. Just an opinion! Easy big guy! I love Columbia products! Wear exclusively their Nylon fishing shirts. I have tested many shoes. I had a bad pair. Yours were great for you! I wear mine for pleasure AND WORK, as I had stated. I give the shoes I’m testing the beat down to test them. I stand by what I said about the Newton. I have a great review of Columbia shoes coming out tomorrow evening. Thank you for writing! Cheers!
Fantastic and honest review, subscribed.
Please review and stress test the
La sportive nucleo high 2 gtx
I wish our politicians were as honest as this guy.
Doug, I used to be a Columbia Redmond hiking shoe evangelist. I tried to get everyone to buy those shoes --- both the Low and the Mid.
The shoes were like an instrument to me --- like an extension of your body or skin.
The sole lugs were very small-scale (vis-a-vis the large sole lugs on that model you reviewed), which really increases your foot sensitivity and positional awareness.
But the best part about Columbias was the EVA midsole foam. It was so flexible and springy and cushiony. I actually used to also wear them as running shoes. In about 2014 the entire running shoe industry went away from good EVA sole material and went to these foams that feel like wooden blocks, and it ruined my knees. So I tried running in the Columbia Redmonds and it was incredible. I could resume running every day and get no knee pain --- due to that EVA foam.
Then in mid-2019 (after you posted this review) they cancelled the original Redmond and came out with the V2. It had HUGE lugs on the sole, and used their new midsole foam, Techlite.
That was it. They had ruined the shoe. It is now stiff as a board, you get know flexibility, no energy return, no knee-protecting cushioning. They actually make the bottom of my feet hurt. You can't bend them. They went the direction of the running shoe industry. They BLEW IT.
They eventually came out with Redmond III, but that sucks too. So this year they brought back the original Redmond design, but they blew it because they didn't return to the old, original EVA material that was so great. They replaced it with this Techlite crap.
I don't think they ever consult customers when they design shoes. Idiots.
Excellent. I agree wholeheartedly! Cheers and thank you for writing!
Great, great review. Thanks for going so in depth. Steering clear of these.
Excellent honest review !!! Subscribed !!!
Appreciation for your honest review. I want to know about TERREBONNE II MID OUTDRY.. Shall I expect a review from your side?
Sujith Kumar S I will indeed work on that!!! Cheers!!!
@@douglasbrown9625 Thank you so much..!!! Hope you will update it soon.. cheers
Great review! I'm from Brazil, there aren't real reviews of hiking boots here. With taxes and currency value, it's very expensive to buy a good hiking boots, even "cheaper" ones. ( 1 Real = 0,18 Dollar, plus taxes = the same as you buying a 200 dollar boots). Would you recommend this boot for terrain with lots of roots and rocks, suede model, or would another one in the same price range be better, like the Redmond?
He says he uses them also in the regular basis. No matter why after a while obviously they get worn out!
Next time buy 2 pairs!
Dahiana Arias Indeed! I tend to rotate between many pair of shoes, so no shoe gets that worn in. I love ASICS sneakers so I tend to wear them a lot as well. The Newton was just not a rugged well built shoe in my opinion. Many thanks. Cheers!
Amazon has a good variety of colors and I was tempted to get a brown suede, but I know how the upper can become disconnected from the midsole on the sides of my boots and it looks like it sort of happened to your boots at the very front.
honest review, most appreciated
Hans Lindgren thank you!!! Cheers to you and feel free to write an update any time!!!
The synthetic suede lasts much longer that the fake leather version.
Absolutely! It’s just that the shoe was not made for what I needed it for hence the video but it’s just my review no matter how poor my thinking is it is what it is! Columbia makes great products unfortunately that she was not made to be a very durable hiking shoe! Cheers
@@douglasbrown9625 my dad would agree. We both got this shoe but he got the faux leather while I got the faux suede. Needless to say mine outlasted his by a long shot. His had the same thing material cracking problem but on near the back heel. Mine is still going to this day, although the bottom rubber is balding and ready to go.
Thank you so much for this thorough review!
Augusto Rodán Thank you! cheers!
Thanks i try found that boots but now am going for timberland or other brand
Columbia is kind enough to make that shoe in a size 16 I love that boot in fact I haven't found one better except for the predecessors Columbia please keep making this boot in my size plus if you even
Eh for 80 bucks it doesn't seem to be too bad as long as it's comfortiable. I've had stuff that cost way more money (talking about you under armour boots) that didn't last much longer than 4-5 months.
TheRealCxixmx good point! Then again I’m pretty hard on my shoes, but that is what reviews are all about! Cheers!
@@douglasbrown9625 yea I'm pretty hard on mine too I walk like 10 miles a day.
You think these would be good for a janitorial type job? If you can get them cheap I guess? Like under 80$?
Great for janitorial. But still the leather could crack with chemicals.
Тhank You man from Crimea, Russia!
Никита Родионов Awesome!!!!! Thank you very much!! Cheers!!!
не забывай писать что россия...вдруг забудешь))
Crimea is Ukraine! You, the occupier, understood!
So in other words if you want to boot to last more than a couple of years stick to the $180 to $250 price range. At least that's been my experience with brands like Belleville and oboz
Spot on, though there are good shoes for lesser price. It is just that the shoes were being marketed as very rugged and tough at the time and they’re just not. They have a very thin top grade material overlaying a substandard layer of leather and I just didn’t think it was worth people having high expectations for it. If you want to go around town or work out in the yard on the weekends, that’s fine I believe that she will last for long as folks take care of them. Cheers!
Junk. They leaked the first time out with crossing a few streams. No way these are durable for the trail at all. Have not found any hiking boots better than Keen, Asolo (Italy) and Asolo Neutrons (bigger toe box). These Columbia boots are a waste of $.
Thank you brother 😊
Thanks a lot for this information.
Thank you for writing! Cheers!!!
As far as I know, PU leather is not real leather, but a synthetic substitute for leather. No parts of the material are actual leather. If this boot is made using "PU leather", then it is no suprise they have failed in that way.
This is a light hiker shoe, of course, it is a fail if you are looking for serious hiking or work shoes.
Thank you for your review, I appreciate it!
So you walk 60 miles a week in them and you say they last you a couple months. Why are you complaining then thats pretty good life you got out of them.
What the hell did you expect? Did you think they would last a lifetime? Damn for crying out loud, you're going to have to buy new shoes every once in a while so quit whining about durability.
I do moderate to heavy hiking with some high incline/gain in pretty rough terrain and have these boots. I already wore them many times and these hikes are 6+ hours easy. They are comfortable which is a huge plus when doing any distance hiking compared to other boots and I havent had any tear issues or even heard of them. These things are very waterproof which some boots in other brands claim to be , but you find out the hard way they arent.
Plus the grip on these is some of the best. I've tried many brands ofhiking boots, but I would have to say Columbia makes the best hiking boots out there comfort, durability, style, lightweight, waterproof etc. You probably use them as a work boot then have the nerve to say they tore and acting like they just shredded out of nowhere. LOL...you make me laugh.
Hello and thank you for your reply! There are some good points made; if you watch any of my other videos you will know that I don’t walk 60 miles in one style shoe, I mix them up! Since COVID, I don’t do that mileage anymore. The shoes for me were just OK but this is my review for what it’s intended for and if you follow me you would know that the shoes I wear are strictly for what my intended purpose is. That is, that I do work in them so my review was based on what level do they perform and what level do they break down according to my work level, it’s just my viewpoint that’s all; I hope you don’t take offense because you sounded like you perhaps did, it’s just my review. Yes, I work hard, And taking into account the published advertising for the shoes I try to see what level they perform. Thank you for your viewpoint! Cheers!
@@douglasbrown9625 No offense taken, its just when you said you walk 60 miles it sounded like you expected these shoes to last the rest of you life. It actually made me laugh.
Made me wonder what you did in them because I have used and abused these shoes and they held up , I bought another pair since, But if I had to give biggest pro about shoe it would be the fit and weight. Biggest con would be they look so good you dont want to ruin them...lol.
So yeah, shoes are one of those things that vary so much from person to person that doing any review on shoes you knew you were going to catch some crap. Anyway, hope you get to walk many more miles in these shoes or others and good day to you.
It is a $60 shoes. If last 4 months of every day beat up. That is $15/month.
60 dollar shoe now. Not at the time. My review is based on my performance and general use, not against said advertising. Good point on number. Cheers!
I have had bad luck with Columbia footwear over the past few years, their stuff just falls apart, outsoles come unglued ... It's too bad because two pairs I tried were legit warm and comfortable ... but didn't stand up to some regular dog walking. It's sad that Columbia has used their brand to sell such poorly made boots.
You said you used soap to clean them but did you use a leather conditioner to moisturize the leather? I have this boot but a few years older, I clean and condition mine. But I don’t use mine as much as yours, but I love mine and they look great.
Yeah I literally just bought these, now I’m thinking about canceling. I work outdoors everyday and have gone through so many cheap shoes. I Can’t seem to find a quality boot/show that will last. Should cancel or keep the order?
They will work for a while, but they have a thin line of top grain leather. After a couple of months, they will most likely rip or shred. Such a shame. Buy the suede version and keep a good waterproof spray around. My suede shoes have kept up though I have worn the bottoms. Many thanks! Cheers!
i hav a pair frm th gpoodwill th soles came off-i used constructin adhesiv
Yep! Cheers!
Bought these but kind of regretting it now seeing this 😬 Oh well
Gibbet Hoskins I suppose if you are not hard on them, they will wear ok. You must keep good leather conditioner on them. If you work in them like I thought I could do, them they will fail I believe. Good luck. Keep me posted. Cheers!!!
@@douglasbrown9625 I work as delivery driver please help. I need comfortable but tough shoes for work. Walk a lot everyday 5 plus miles.
@@angelgjr1999 Hey there! At a good price point, Merrell Moab shoes are great! I believe they are what you might need! Cheers!
@@douglasbrown9625 Thanks man!
Been running these now for a year with just casual walking, camping and hiking and they have held up great. Super comfy and still look almost new as I've waterproofed them. I guess it's just regular heavy duty mud and water work they can't handle well. But for the casual hiker they hold up pretty well.
I was kinda upset that I had just bought these and then saw how badly they looked... But then realized 99% of people aren't doing what he's doing to them they just aren't meant to stand up to that type of abuse that's why construction good boots cost 300+ and can be easily resoled
Which similar looking shoe and waterproof do you recomend? I want to buy some good looking shoes that could be used as urban shoes as well, not so much for hiking. North Face has better leather?
I’m not sure where you live, for us here in the south. We prefer the shoes that have non-leather material. It rains here so often and the sweat factor is crazy for leather shoes. I will take a look at La Sportiva. I’m about to submit a new video. They are fantastic and beautiful shoes.
the leather of that material ., is polyutherine material that is using for couch sofa.
Hello Douglas, excellent video review, what do you recommend with a good leather, comfortable, excellent waterproof and a decent price range? Thanks.
Thanks for the review.If I buy the suede version of the newton ridge-everything will be fine and it will last longer?
Ziggi The Cat yes!!!! The leather ones are thin and layered, meaning when stressed it will rip easily. Suede is the way to go!!! Thank you!!!
Thank you.Best regards
Obviously you worked this shoe hard, living in Florida I'm guessing you used it for a work boot, which it is not intended to be used for. Using these "hiking boots" as a "work boot" would never be recommended. BTW these boots are made of genuine"coated leather" not synthetic leather. The leather is impregnated with polyurethane finish, best of both worlds and most likely for waterproofing. It also has a poly omnitech membrane (like your vest) as well. This is all done for durability, water resistance and weigh savings! If you read the 123 materials label you will see that the upper is indeed mostly genuine leather with synthetic and suede accents and of course fabric interior. I am an avid hiker and have years of hikes all over the world with several other boots costing twice as much from Oboz, Merrell, Vasque and Salomon. This boot is not designed as a work boot! It's for hiking and it works great for that and lasts perfectly as good as the above costing much more. I live in the mountains of WNC and hike hundreds of miles a year, hard terrain miles. These outlasted my Merrell Moabs ll's pigskin and so far as long as my old Oboz Sawtooth. They were just a waterproof as those I mention. My Salomon X Ultra Mid 4 GTX, fabric tore at the toe bed after 5 months and they would not warranty them. So for the money they are hard to beat for hiking. My Moabs have terrible soles and no footbed protection so you feel every little pebble. Oboz EVA soles rotted and cracked away, Oboz would only give me a 30% credit towards new. Not sure of Columbia's warranty, cause they are still going strong after 14 months and a hundred miles. They are among the most comfortable I've ever worn in 40 years of hiking. Are they the best boot out there, certainly not...but for the value, can't be beat. It has been independently tested by people who don't sell them as of of the top ten boots, for comfort, durability and value.
Hey, good response. I never said it was synthetic leather. I always open my videos and describe exactly in detail what I do for a living and I don’t expect them to hold up to sometimes the harsh environments I exposed them to. these videos are for people like me who live on a budget and they’re looking for a good shoe and I describe what I do for a living and how the shoes react. It is simple as that. I’m not an expert I don’t take money from my videos they’re not monetized it is strictly some dude doing work buying shoes and see how they react that’s it. Thanks for the response but again I’m just a chill dude doing a job wear in the shoes and see how they react that’s it. it’s up to the buyer to decide how they wanna wear them use them or abuse them. Cheers!
@@douglasbrown9625 Thank for the reply....I take no offense to anything you said...but you stated numerous times they were PU leather, by definition that is a synthetic with no animal leather. Here is the definition (copied from a knowledgeable resource) "PU leather is a synthetic product, created by applying a layer of polyurethane to a base layer of another material and not animal based. This process initially made PU leather popular as an animal-free alternative to traditional leathers of any kind, aligning with the growing consumer demand for vegan and cruelty-free products. It is completely different from a cow based coated or impregnated leather." Another name for PU leather is Pleather.
So bottom line is saying these shoes are a failure because you abused them could be said for almost any product. BTW Camp Dry is mineral spirits and or naptha and should not be used on poly coated leathers because it breaks down the poly coating causing the leather to rot, it is only for oil tanned leathers. Wishing you a better day to chill tomorrow.
I need decent winter boots, this seems like a fail. What would you recommend?
yusuf Hey there!!! Salomon’s are amazing or the Merrill Zion! These have thin leather! Cheers!!!
So, if they were genuine leather, they would have received a better review? I'm looking to buy a new pair of boots. What would you recommend is the most comfortable and durable boot that breaks in easily?
It is not so much that they are not leather, they are, they just use subpar leather and extremely thin at that. They are not built to be rugged however they are very comfortable and just like I said they are best used for weekend jaunts here and there not for hard work it’s just a review for what I do not necessarily the shoes themselves but for the work that I do and what they’re intended for. For true work boots, there are plenty to choose from. I tend to review hiking shoes and for the work that I do how they hold up it might be different for you. Cheers!
@@douglasbrown9625 My bad. I must apologize. I said I was looking to buy a pair of new boots. But, I didn't state what kind of boots I was looking to buy. I live in NE PA and the Appalachian trail is a stone throw away from my house. It's the dreaded "rocky" section every Appalachian trail book describes as the worst part of the trail. Since the terrain is very rocky I usually like a full leather boot. I mainly do day hikes on the trail. Because of your review of the Ridge Plus II, I decided not to buy them because how thin you said the PU was. I ended up purchasing a pair of Keen Pyrenees. The squared off toe box was one of the selling points I liked. Each shoe is 20.8oz. Not bad for a leather boot! They were $180 but I searched the internet for a coupon code and found one for 35% off! I got them for a little over $120 with tax and free shipping! One site's description of the boot stated to go one size bigger. I ordered my true size and the boots feel pretty good. I wore them around the house for a bit and they will need some breaking in but that bigger toe box is very comfortable for my feet. I'm looking forward to trying them out on the trail. Hope they last as long as my Merrell waterproof leather boots. I bought those in 2006 and they finally fell apart two years ago. Literally fell apart while I was walking in them. Thankfully I wasn't on a trail! LOL!
@@Geonious excellent reply. Great info! There are some seriously great shoes out there and for very specific sports! I generally video for N Florida, but thank you again for your in depth reply. I have two coming out soon on Adidas and La Sportiva! Many blessings! Douglas
I bought these Columbia Women's Newton Ridge™ Plus Waterproof Hiking Boot in size 9.5 (26.5 cm) on 17/05/2024. After just two wears, large cracks appeared on the vamp, near the toes, of the boots. The cracks are deep and appear to go all the way through the material. I am very disappointed with the quality of these boots, especially considering they are designed for hiking. I would not recommend them to anyone.
I am with you! Very disappointed. It appears to be a hit or miss! Cheers to you!
What's your recommendation for a good boot that will last that looks similar?
Hi Doug! Thank you so much for your review. I was looking into buying these boots; However, I would like to buy some boots that last a long time (and if they are American made, much better) so I won't be going with the Ridge Plus II. What do you think of the Red Wing Shoe company? I am looking at their Trailblazer or Drifter models. Considering I am not an avid hiker nor a camper (I would like to be one in the future), would you advise going the Red Wing route? I am also open to recommendations - D
David Castaneda I personally do not have experience with Red Wings, though they have a rich history! I tend to think of them as work boots, but again, what you are using them for makes sense! We have a store locally that has great success selling them! Cheers! Let me know how they wear!
Is it waterproof or only water-resistent?
They state it’s waterproof. Very thin layer of top grain leather..
Most shoes get 300-500 miles out of them. Also, depending on your weight, use, etc. Can’t expect more than that, unless you’re paying a premium price for them.
Absolutely. My reviews, as simple as they are, are for the price awareness individual. I’m sure they understand what they get when paying for sub 200.00 shoes. Good point though. Cheers!
@@douglasbrown9625, true. And for $64-$90, which is they’re current price in various places, they certainly should be durable.
no rubber toe cap scratch protector. in front of shoe.,
Absolutely right!!
@@douglasbrown9625 i like much merrell brand for hiking real leather material with a rubber toe cap scratch resistant. vibram sole
Thanks so much for this review :)
You are welcome!!!
What do you recommend for a great hiking boot in the price of 60-100. Started hiking twice a week(10-12 miles total) and my Wolverines aren't doing the job.
Isaac Smith Columbia makes two good shoes you can buy at their outlets stores... The Peakfreak and for a bit more, try the Wayfinder... reviews coming on them soon! Good shoes for the money!!!! Cheers!!!
I just bought these for a trip to the mountains, any idea how they might hold up against snow? I'm not planning on wearing them much after that.
alex42cc Hi! They will hold up for a bit, the top grain leather is very thin and laid on top of sub grade material. These shoes wore fast and broke apart. I have other Columbia shoes that were amazing! These failed. Good luck! They should last a little while! Let me know how they wear! Cheers!!
Hey Douglas, GREAT review. I was going to buy these but your review changed that. So next I'm looking at the Columbia Bugaboo lll. I live in the Washington pacific northwest (so I'm kind of partial to Columbia.) I would love to see a review of the Bugaboo, but I have a feeling that it's about the same. I walk a lot on rocks and mud, going up and down steep hills. Do you have any recommendations in the $100 range, that's waterproof?
The Columbia Bugaboot Plus III is a good shoe. Being mainly man made can feel stiff and perhaps not as comfortable as others. Although the Newton Ridge Plus II did not hold up well, the Suede version has, and it is really inexpensive. The suede has has performed much better than expected with no tears or rips, and I have re introduced waterproofing spray to it multiple times. The other Columbia shoe is the infamous Redmond... been around for a while and performs quite well. Both shoes in your budget and perform well. Thank you for writing and cheers to you! Loads of my family are in the Western side of Washington State... love hiking up there!
what maybe other alternatives to this boots in the same price range in your opinion?
Good shoes for yardwork and light construction?
Has a thin top grain layer that will rip if not treated or scraped harshly. Very comfortable shoes. Light construction? maybe, but will wear and tear I believe... Cheers to you !
Hi sir. I am about to buy these boots , i am planning to use them in winter - hiking+ trekking and daily use ( in the city )
I usaly do 10-20 km hiking trips but most of the time in total i make 200+ km treks in 10 days. ( You can find outon my channel what kind of terrain i hike ) do you recommend them to me ?
Guide Azerbaijan I would advise them for simple use, occasional day/night trips. They are comfortable but failed miserably as the top grain leather is thin and laid on top of ordinary leather. They were a fail, but if not used exclusively, then maybe they would hold up for a few months. I would recommend the Merrill Zion. Very comfortable and truly tough! Cheers!!
I have changed my mind , i will buy bugaboot lll . Do you have them ?
Unfortunately I do not. Please
Let me know how they work for you!!!!
@@douglasbrown9625 i will sir. After your video and some more research i have decided to buy them .
1st of all they have good price : 95-100 $
2nd on youtube most of the users approving they are quite durable and warm.
These 2 is very important for me.
And i am thinking about to make a video about them and the north face fast pack 2 hedgehog shoes.
So buy the suede version instead.
Gaylon Graham indeed! Thank you! Cheers!!
Hi doug, is it good for hiking like 3 times a year?
Do you think the all suede version would hold up better?
Yes indeed! My suede Columbia shoes are holding up veryyyyy well! I do use a shoe lotion and a camp spray for waterproofing. Cheers to you and thank you!!!! I have used the suede variety for everything and I’m very impressed!
douglas brown awesome thank you for the timely reply and friendly response.
How's the all suade version? no pu leather
I’ve had them for so long the bottoms wore out before anything else! In fact, only the bottoms wore out! Great shoe!!!
They are nice for 79 bucks
Of course, if not worn for work. This was a review, not a judgmental call. People like to know what they can be used for. This is just an opinion, they are advertised a certain way, and I review based not that. Thank you!!!!!
You have them 6 months and you walk the shit out of them tons of miles...How is that a fail 😅😅😅😅
60 miles a week? is that a seven day?
This video was a little bit ago but I was doing about 15 miles a day. From doing inspections clean outs walking back-and-forth to trailers and dump trailers you name it I visit quite a few properties a day so yeah I do quite a few miles. Thank you for writing cheers
Although that f****** boot but it's technically a tennis shoe in the form of a boot that's why I love that boot and they make it in my size 16
When you put a boot like a on I'm such a lightweight one must know it's not a construction boot it can get passed by for construction one shall not have that is a soul and Bo for construction you must understand that is a goddamn good I could run a marathon on that boot
100 loves Colombian
I buy these for $46. What do you expect for that price? You’re the kinda guy who orders food, eats it and then wants to speak with the manager to comp you the food. You got your moneys worth 3x over. Buy a new pair and stop being cheap
@@stevenglock Hahahahahhahahahahhahahahha. Clearly a keyboard warrior like yourself has to display something derogatory. Clearly you didn’t hear the whole message or even try to understand what I was saying. Go in the mirror slap yourself about 10 times and wake up. 🧐
When I got a thousand love you Colombian
Ничего не понял😀😀😀
Are you a mailman ?
Haha! No! I provide Property Preservation Services. I walk a lot of properties! Cheers!
Seem like you have worn the shoes into the ground, lol
Supple, not subtle.
Bill Bigsby great correction! With all my chatting I mistake at times! Thank you and Cheers!
Can you put a polish on these 🤔?
Of course. Cheers!