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[New Leaf]

I ordered the Clark's Water Resistant Boots early, and here are my thoughts on them:

I chose the pewter in my regular size. They look absolutely beautiful, and length-wise, they are perfect. However, the heel cup is exceptionally wide. It is wide to the point that I walk out of these boots with every step. The only thing keeping them on is the fact that they tie at the ankles. They are a medium width, but the heel is enormous. Wearing a thick sock does not provide enough padding to keep them on.

Now, I know that the rep from Ryka (a different company, yes, but...) has said a million times that a woman's foot is wide in the toe and narrow in the heel. That thinking does not apply here. I have the Clark's Whistle Bea Boots and LOVE them, but these are made way different.Back they go. HTH.

[2blonde]

Thanks for the review.  I have an extremely narrow heel, so I surely would have been upset about that boot (I normally don't have a problem with Clarks).

[hoosieroriginal]

I think these pre-reviews are very helpful - thank you!  Not that I would be buying anyway, but for the people who will be. 

[Day1128]

Anyone have the item #? Thanks.

[gmkb]

That was an excellent review New Leaf and helpful to many.  

I just returned a pair of Soft Spot loafers that had exactly the same problem.  Shoe perfect, but the heel too wide.  

The Ryka rep is correct - a woman's foot is wide in the toe and narrow in the heel.

[Aresnz]

Thank you New Leaf for the review. I was debating ordering these boots but 

after your great review I'll probably hold off. Last thing I need is to slip out of boot even if wearing thick socks. 

[Another new name Sue]

They look very nice.  Too bad they didn't fit better.  You can buy those things which stick in the heel for a better fit, but it's best to get a boot that fits correctly in the first place. 

[tlkmtg]

Thanks New Leaf does the pkg have a temp. range they keep foot warm many boots say down to 0 degrees or -20 degrees... more fashion or for cold weather, I live up North important fact I did not hear in presentation. Also is the faux sherpa removable for cleaning? Or instructions to clean so it doesn't get matted... thank you..for your help

[sandraskates]

Thanks for the review @New Leaf. I am comtemplating buying these Clarks.

I also have problems with my heel flopping out of shoes and boots. I bought these little gel heel cups and they are absolutely great! They are easy to take in out of shoes and boots and it totally stops my heels from slipping - even in some White Mountain boots that I bought a half-size too big.

I'd recommend trying these before sending your Clarks back. I found mine at Big Lots for $2.50 and went back and bought several more packages. I think other shoe stores will have them too.

[Jordan2]

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@New Leaf wrote:

I ordered the Clark's Water Resistant Boots early, and here are my thoughts on them:

I chose the pewter in my regular size. They look absolutely beautiful, and length-wise, they are perfect. However, the heel cup is exceptionally wide. It is wide to the point that I walk out of these boots with every step. The only thing keeping them on is the fact that they tie at the ankles. They are a medium width, but the heel is enormous. Wearing a thick sock does not provide enough padding to keep them on.

Now, I know that the rep from Ryka (a different company, yes, but...) has said a million times that a woman's foot is wide in the toe and narrow in the heel. That thinking does not apply here. I have the Clark's Whistle Bea Boots and LOVE them, but these are made way different.Back they go. HTH.

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Oh, that's too bad you have to return them because of fit. I was considering purchasing them but in all honesty I really don't need another pair of weather boots. I have about 5 pairs (I have a love for shoes and especially boots)!