Rockport Men's Storm Surge Plain Toe Boot Chukka Boot

I don't do reviews much, but these boots really helped me (I'm on my second pair) and they might help you too. They're not as tough as a construction boot and they are not a substitute for them, but that is fine. They're an everyday work boot that is built well and are thoroughly impressive in every way. The big attraction is the insole. They support your foot evenly and it shows over time in the wear pattern on the bottom. I've tried a hundred boots and what ends up happening is the insole material collapses relatively quickly and unevenly, and your foot is no longer parallel to the ground. This causes joint pain, particularly in the knees, and I have to wonder how many people live with this and associate it with age or injury, and never consider their shoes may be causing the problem? (Memory foam and other materials are particularly good for this.) While it sounds uncomfortable, the best part about these boots is a firm insole that doesn't collapse. It maintains its shape and provides superior support througout the life of the boot. This is the first pair of boots I ever owned that were worn out, across the sole and worn completely evenly, before problems like this began to occur. The laces and eyelets are of good quality and lasted the lift of the boot. (Although they would come off easier with round laces.) Comfort is excellent. Water repellent qualities are good, They're stylish, if you're into that. You can get them from Amazon in wide sizes you will never, ever find on a shelf anywhere. I am very, very happy with these boots and as long as Rockport doesn't screw with them in some fundamental way and mess them up, I'll probably continue to purchase them forever. If you are noticing knee pain or other joint issues from walking or climbing? Check your shoes! Maybe try a pair of these. I hope this helps someone.

These are some awesome boots. I believe I am on my 4th pair. I wear them a lot in the chilly cold season (daily) and in the warm/hot season when I do any labor where my feet may get abused. Also bought the most recent pair to wear with business casual for two outside weddings. Definitely recommend these boots and rockport shoes in general.

Wonderful but they don't last past six months. I wear them every day. I work in an office, but I do a significant amount of walking between offices. The boot heels--which are hollow--only last about five or six months. They are very comfortable and they've been at a good price. But having to buy them so often gets expensive. I wish they could be made with a proper sole.

The particular work boot that was being used began to fall apart, the stitching was coming undone after about 1 1/2 years. Things as such became unavoidable as the undoing of the stitching allowed water to get in almost without any effort. I had been using a Georgia Work Boot which was OK as a work boot but even when new, the Georgia Work Boot was not waterproof and at best might be said to be somewhat resistant. Like I said it was OK, not much more. The review is not for the benefit of the Georgia Work Boot this review is for the benefit of the Rockport sturdy shoe that I just purchased. I put the shoe on and for a fleeting moment, I thought perhaps the shoe was a 1/2 size to big alas not so as in whatever wisdom I possessed "do not jump to conclusions" and waited unto which time I would start using the boot full time. I'am very glad I did not jump to any foolhardy conclusions as within a very short while the Rockport shoe fit well, that is the half-size was just right and it was a rather excellent feel and fit very soon thereafter. The other care is that the boot features certain terms like Hydro-Shield waterproof, Slip Resistant, Moisture Wicking, thus far almost a full week into steady use in both wet and very cold weather, The boot has performed without flaw. My feet are comfortable, dry, with a shoe that with not much help seems to be an all-around excellent shoe. I do not have a reservation with a company like Rockport with shoes like this sturdy plain toe boot representing what I wanted.

I can wholeheartedly say I absolutely love these boots! I just received my second pair after wearing my first ones as daily drivers for about five years. They held up incredibly well! Only recently did they start coming apart enough for me to finally order a new pair. These boots have been through it all: long work days, miles of city walking, and even deep puddles in torrential rain, and my feet have always stayed completely dry. The waterproofing is outstanding! They’re also stylish enough to wear anywhere, and I’ve gotten countless compliments on them over the years. The fit is excellent, they’re super comfortable, and I can’t wait to break in this new pair. If you’re on the fence, trust me…these boots are worth it!

I haven’t had these boots a month yet and I only wore them 1/3 of the time in conditions that caused them little stress (no mud, no rain, no snow, not on the Appalachian Trail or riding in rodeos). Hey, I’m retired! I was a little concerned about how the boots would look over time because some of those who commented said they were good for casual ware including dress and business casual. So look at these shoes after 3 weeks. I’m keeping them because they are comfortable and are waterproof and serve me well in colder months with rain or snow. They are fine but scuff easily and badly and are not suitable for most situations other than outdoor work and recreational activities. If I was to keep them I needed to make them presentable for more than busting clods. I gave them a coat of mink oil and they look great. I also included pictures of them in the process of being treated.

I bought my first pair in 2022, and they are the most comfortable and durable boots I have had. Going to purchase a new pair now and still use my old ones that are worn in nicely.

UPDATE 2: So they got back to me after a couple more emails and shipped me a new pair of boots at the end of Nov '22. It is August 2023 and the same issue has happened. They split at the sole in the same spot as the boots i bought before back in early 2022. I put these boots through normal everyday usage at work (9-5) on a concrete floor. I didn't hike or take them on harsh terrain. Besides the splitting soles, these boots handle my usage just fine- as you can likely tell from the photos. I inquired and sent them current photos of the new boots and an automated massage said the exchange program is no longer active. I wont be purchasing Rockport again if the manufacturer's standards/QC allows footwear that lasts maybe 9 months before degrading and if they will not exchange products for their sub par manufacturing then I'm done with them altogether. Go with Caterpillar or Columbia. UPDATE: it's the end of Oct '22 now and I have yet to receive a reply after they asked for photos regarding my "claim" in Sept. I really liked these boots and they might lose me altogether now if this is their quality standard and customer service standard. Got these boots back in April 2022 and used them as work boots. On my feet most of the time and I do my fair share of moving around and such. I wouldnt consider my job to be a shoe killing type of occupation. These boots had a bit of a break in period but once they were, they were fairly comfortable for me. Now in Sept 2022, I put them on this morning felt the ball of my foot touch the concrete while walking to the truck. There's a rip to the inside sole that goes the width of the right shoe. The left has a smaller crack on the same area. 5 months is all I can get out of this boot? Really? Rockport is a huge well known brand so I contacted them about this issue and I'm awaiting a reply.

It’s beautiful , light weight and stylish but feels that leather will wear off early

Very comfy shoes for work Fast delivery

Great shoes for anything from a night out to a hike. You'll always look smart. And easy to clean.

The leather is a bit stiff.

Great