Customer reviews for Columbia Men’s Bugaboot® Plus XTM Omni-Heat
Columbia Men’s Bugaboot® Plus XTM Omni-Heat
Bring on the extreme cold— these tall and rugged performers can take it. The Bugaboot Plus XTM is a weather-busting winter boot, engineered with advanced technical materials for severe cold weather protection.
Overall rating:
(28 reviews) 28
Rating breakdown 28 reviews
5 Stars
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4 Stars
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23 out of 27(85%)customers recommend this product.
Customer reviews for Men’s Bugaboot® Plus XTM Omni-Heat
Review 1 for Men’s Bugaboot® Plus XTM Omni-Heat
Rockeye
Location: Oregon
Outdoor Experience: Professional Thrill Seeker (outdoors 53+ days a year)
Employee: No
Quality
How would you grade this itemʼs materials, construction and workmanship?
5
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5
Function
How well this item performed in its intended use, and beyond.
5
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5
As an archaeological field surveyor, I spend hundreds of hours on my feet, much of it on difficult and often wet terrain. My choice in footwear while in the field can mean the difference between a punishing day with wet, cold feet. That is why I choose Columbia footwear and the Bugaboot series. I wore and earlier version of this boot for years, and for cold, wet and miserable weather, especially if one has to walk all day, there is simply no substitute for this boot. The new Bugaboot is even better!!! Comfortable right out of the box, this boot just makes your feet laugh!!!! <<<<Bruce>>>>
Activities: Other
Conditions: Snowy, Rainy, Freezing, Muddy, Rocky
I would recommend this product.
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Review 2 for Men’s Bugaboot® Plus XTM Omni-Heat
Overall Rating
A sponge for water
PostedMay 19, 2013
Spurlock
Location: Palmer Alaska
Outdoor Experience: Everyday Adventurer (outdoors 20-52 days a year)
Employee: No
User Rated Sizing:
Runs Very Small
Runs Very Large
True to SizeQuality
How would you grade this itemʼs materials, construction and workmanship?
3
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5
Function
How well this item performed in its intended use, and beyond.
1
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5
Bought a pair for myself and son and have used on a few hunts the latest in Prince William Sound Esther Island Alaska. Feet were soaked the tounge does not hold water out and snow gets impacted and melts contributing to the water soaked feet. We had spare boots thankfully as these literally poured water out after 1 hour in the rain and snow. We stand by Columbia products like my 13 year old jacket that works perfectly still today. These boots were a huge disappointment coming from columbia.
I do not recommend this product.
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Review 3 for Men’s Bugaboot® Plus XTM Omni-Heat
Overall Rating
Bugaboot
PostedMay 13, 2013
mseely007
Location: Ridgefield,WA
Outdoor Experience: Everyday Adventurer (outdoors 20-52 days a year)
Employee: No
User Rated Sizing:
Runs Very Small
Runs Very Large
Runs a Little SmallQuality
How would you grade this itemʼs materials, construction and workmanship?
5
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5
Function
How well this item performed in its intended use, and beyond.
3
/
5
good looking boot and well constructed. I am a boot nut and own way more pair of hikeing/hunting boots that I could ever wear out in 10 life times.
This pair however hurt my feet the minute I put them on (never had this happen before). I was a bit shocked.
I adjusted the tightness a couple of times and went out for a 3 mile walk. Half way through they felt a bit better. I have not had to break in any other boots I own to have them feel good out of the box.
Bottom line...great price at $75.00 employee price, well constructed, however the jury is still out on comfort.
If you are standing around....great, if you are putting in miles.....be careful........
This pair however hurt my feet the minute I put them on (never had this happen before). I was a bit shocked.
I adjusted the tightness a couple of times and went out for a 3 mile walk. Half way through they felt a bit better. I have not had to break in any other boots I own to have them feel good out of the box.
Bottom line...great price at $75.00 employee price, well constructed, however the jury is still out on comfort.
If you are standing around....great, if you are putting in miles.....be careful........
I would recommend this product.
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Review 4 for Men’s Bugaboot® Plus XTM Omni-Heat
Overall Rating
XTM
PostedApril 4, 2013
Bochy
Location: Clarence, NY
Outdoor Experience: Occasional Explorer (outdoors 0-19 days a year)
Employee: No
User Rated Sizing:
Runs Very Small
Runs Very Large
True to SizeQuality
How would you grade this itemʼs materials, construction and workmanship?
5
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5
Function
How well this item performed in its intended use, and beyond.
5
/
5
Great boot, great fit, great price
I would recommend this product.
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Review 5 for Men’s Bugaboot® Plus XTM Omni-Heat
Overall Rating
Great Winter Boots
PostedMarch 26, 2013
Eric950
Location: Mesa, AZ
Outdoor Experience: Everyday Adventurer (outdoors 20-52 days a year)
Employee: No
User Rated Sizing:
Runs Very Small
Runs Very Large
True to SizeQuality
How would you grade this itemʼs materials, construction and workmanship?
5
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5
Function
How well this item performed in its intended use, and beyond.
5
/
5
These boots along with simple wool liner socks kept my feet warm down to 30's - 40's temp. They are definitely water proof. I haven't taken them out in any snow yet but I am confident they will perform just fine in the snow as well. These boots are great. They seem to be made with very good materials that will last a long time.
I would recommend this product.
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Review 6 for Men’s Bugaboot® Plus XTM Omni-Heat
Overall Rating
Great Cold Weather Boot
PostedMarch 13, 2013
Shiker
Location: Denver, CO
Outdoor Experience: Occasional Explorer (outdoors 0-19 days a year)
Employee: No
User Rated Sizing:
Runs Very Small
Runs Very Large
True to SizeQuality
How would you grade this itemʼs materials, construction and workmanship?
5
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5
Function
How well this item performed in its intended use, and beyond.
5
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5
Super comfortable and warm and amazingly lightweight! First time wearing them was on a three mile snowshoe hike and they were great. Great value.
I would recommend this product.
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Review 7 for Men’s Bugaboot® Plus XTM Omni-Heat
Overall Rating
So far, I'm happy with this boot
PostedJanuary 2, 2013
tallJP
Location: Walla Walla WA
Employee: No
User Rated Sizing:
Runs Very Small
Runs Very Large
Runs a Little SmallQuality
How would you grade this itemʼs materials, construction and workmanship?
4
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5
Function
How well this item performed in its intended use, and beyond.
4
/
5
I do flagging all day in the cold, rain and snow. While I've only had the boot for a week, so fare I am impressed. Glad I bought a size larger than I normally ware as it was needed for sure.
I would recommend this product.
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Review 8 for Men’s Bugaboot® Plus XTM Omni-Heat
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Top of the line!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
PostedDecember 26, 2012
Brian59
Location: Wisconsin
Outdoor Experience: Everyday Adventurer (outdoors 20-52 days a year)
Employee: No
User Rated Sizing:
Runs Very Small
Runs Very Large
True to SizeQuality
How would you grade this itemʼs materials, construction and workmanship?
5
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5
Function
How well this item performed in its intended use, and beyond.
5
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5
I can only tell you I wear nothing, but Columbia boots!
They are the most comfortable, lightweight and warm boot I have ever owned. My last pair I kept for 12 years and it broke my heart to throw them out. I recommend Columbia to all of my family and friends. I have to tell you that I recently walked in to a local store to look at the Columbia boots and his reply was "We don't carry them". My reply to him was "I only buy Columbia so I won't be buying here". He tried in vain to have me look at others, but I know what I want and I know quality when I see it and wear it. I purchased directly from you and was very happy. Thank you for being there for me!!!
They are the most comfortable, lightweight and warm boot I have ever owned. My last pair I kept for 12 years and it broke my heart to throw them out. I recommend Columbia to all of my family and friends. I have to tell you that I recently walked in to a local store to look at the Columbia boots and his reply was "We don't carry them". My reply to him was "I only buy Columbia so I won't be buying here". He tried in vain to have me look at others, but I know what I want and I know quality when I see it and wear it. I purchased directly from you and was very happy. Thank you for being there for me!!!
I would recommend this product.
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Review 9 for Men’s Bugaboot® Plus XTM Omni-Heat
Overall Rating
Very warm & uncomfortable
PostedNovember 23, 2012
Saber2469
Location: Phila, PA
Outdoor Experience: Professional Thrill Seeker (outdoors 53+ days a year)
Employee: No
User Rated Sizing:
Runs Very Small
Runs Very Large
True to SizeQuality
How would you grade this itemʼs materials, construction and workmanship?
2
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5
Function
How well this item performed in its intended use, and beyond.
4
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5
This boot looks great, it is very warm. However I had to put a gel insert in them. Without the insert it was painful to stand for long with these boots. I am also experiencing some pain on my Achilles heel from my left boot. It doesn't matter what I do with my left boot the painful pressure on my left ankle persists. I have tried a thicker hiking wool sock. I have tried tying the boot loosely. I have been using them for 2 weeks now the pain is still there.
I do not recommend this product.
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Review 10 for Men’s Bugaboot® Plus XTM Omni-Heat
Overall Rating
Not a bad Boot
PostedOctober 28, 2012
Ron454454
Location: Alaska
Outdoor Experience: Everyday Adventurer (outdoors 20-52 days a year)
Employee: No
User Rated Sizing:
Runs Very Small
Runs Very Large
True to SizeQuality
How would you grade this itemʼs materials, construction and workmanship?
4
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5
Function
How well this item performed in its intended use, and beyond.
4
/
5
I purchased two pair of these boots last winter for my son and I. I live in Alaska. We used them from everything to walks with the dogs after dinner to icefishing. I wouldn't rate them to -65 without I was doing something very active. I would rate them to about -10 when it comes to doing lighter activites outside. They are very confortable and easy to get on and off. I wear a thicker sock with them for comfort and to wick away the sweat from my feet and they still fit good. I wear a 10 and I purchased a 10. They are a true fit. I think they are over priced, but I am a cheapo when it comes to spending money. Good Luck!
I would recommend this product.
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Review 11 for Men’s Bugaboot® Plus XTM Omni-Heat
Overall Rating
Nice Boots
PostedOctober 1, 2012
CDphotos
Location: West yellowstone, Mt
Outdoor Experience: Professional Thrill Seeker (outdoors 53+ days a year)
Employee: No
User Rated Sizing:
Runs Very Small
Runs Very Large
True to SizeQuality
How would you grade this itemʼs materials, construction and workmanship?
5
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5
Function
How well this item performed in its intended use, and beyond.
5
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5
Though i have not worn these yet because they are for guiding snowmobiles this winter. This is my second pair and they are pretty bombproof. I wore my last pair for 6 years until they started splitting and leaking a little but thats was after many MANY miles of hiking, moving snow and guiding hundreds of snowmobile trips. Great boots..
I would recommend this product.
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Review 12 for Men’s Bugaboot® Plus XTM Omni-Heat
Overall Rating
Love These Boots
PostedJuly 12, 2012
PatW
Location: Oregon
Outdoor Experience: Occasional Explorer (outdoors 0-19 days a year)
Employee: No
User Rated Sizing:
Runs Very Small
Runs Very Large
True to SizeQuality
How would you grade this itemʼs materials, construction and workmanship?
5
/
5
Function
How well this item performed in its intended use, and beyond.
5
/
5
I love these boots. The light weight coupled with the heat reflective material should be great in the mountains elk hunting this fall while in the snow.
I would recommend this product.
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Review 13 for Men’s Bugaboot® Plus XTM Omni-Heat
Overall Rating
uncomfortable boots
PostedMarch 24, 2012
snapper
Employee: No
Quality
How would you grade this itemʼs materials, construction and workmanship?
4
/
5
Function
How well this item performed in its intended use, and beyond.
1
/
5
i just bought a pair of your boots. @ first they were soar around the ankle area, i figured they have to break in a bit. ive worn them every day for 2 weeks now and they still hurt. they pinch me around the ankle area, where the two thick peices seperate, theres a little space in between and they pinch my ankles. i cant afford to buy a different pair so im just going to have to put up with it. next time i will have to try something different i will NEVER buy this perticulare pair ever again.
Activities: Climbing, Hiking/Trekking
Conditions: Sunny, Rainy
I do not recommend this product.
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Review 14 for Men’s Bugaboot® Plus XTM Omni-Heat
Overall Rating
Worth every penny
PostedFebruary 8, 2012
Sailnsouth
Location: Daytona Beach, FL
Quality
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5
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5
Function
How well this item performed in its intended use, and beyond.
5
/
5
Bought these for a ski trip to do some side hiking. They do run a size small. They are very warm at 28deg, great to walk in and good traction. They wouldn't do the -65 rating but buy large and throw a extra pair of socks and I bet they will do fine around -10. Great boot!!
Activities: Trail
Conditions: Snowy, Rainy, Windy, Freezing, Muddy, Rocky
I would recommend this product.
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Review 15 for Men’s Bugaboot® Plus XTM Omni-Heat
Overall Rating
Just A Great All Around Boot
PostedJanuary 28, 2012
CRICTCRAFT46
Location: CHICAGO/ SEATTLE
Outdoor Experience: Occasional Explorer (outdoors 0-19 days a year)
Employee: No
User Rated Sizing:
Runs Very Small
Runs Very Large
True to SizeQuality
How would you grade this itemʼs materials, construction and workmanship?
5
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5
Function
How well this item performed in its intended use, and beyond.
5
/
5
This is the best boot out there, good for dress and fun. I'll probably order one more pair, one for just walking around and another to beat the heck out of. The color , height and weight is perfect and I like showing them off!! THANK YOU FOR A GREAT PAIR OF BOOTS.
Activities: Hiking/Trekking, Commuting
Conditions: City, Snowy, Rainy, Windy, Freezing, Cement/Asphalt
I would recommend this product.
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Review 16 for Men’s Bugaboot® Plus XTM Omni-Heat
Overall Rating
Not the best for ice fishing
PostedJanuary 20, 2012
icefisher1
Location: NE PA
Outdoor Experience: Everyday Adventurer (outdoors 20-52 days a year)
Employee: No
Quality
How would you grade this itemʼs materials, construction and workmanship?
4
/
5
Function
How well this item performed in its intended use, and beyond.
4
/
5
i used these boots ice fishing, i do not think they will hold out in -65 like they say, my feet got cold cold from standing on the ice, especially the bottoms, maybe they should put some of that omni shield on the bottoms to better help insulate the bottoms. Otherwise they are a very comfortable, light boot.
Activities: Fishing - Freshwater
Conditions: Freezing
I would recommend this product.
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Review 17 for Men’s Bugaboot® Plus XTM Omni-Heat
Overall Rating
Very Happy
PostedJanuary 10, 2012
Rox501
Location: Michigan
Outdoor Experience: Everyday Adventurer (outdoors 20-52 days a year)
Employee: No
Quality
How would you grade this itemʼs materials, construction and workmanship?
5
/
5
Function
How well this item performed in its intended use, and beyond.
5
/
5
I bought these boots for my 16 year old - active outdoor - son. He absolutely loves the boots. He says they keep his feet warmer than they have ever been in a pair of boots. He is very happy with this purchase.
Activities: Other
Conditions: Snowy, Windy, Freezing
I would recommend this product.
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Review 18 for Men’s Bugaboot® Plus XTM Omni-Heat
Overall Rating
Keep those feet warm!
PostedJanuary 4, 2012
RescueDave
Location: Allentown PA
Outdoor Experience: Professional Thrill Seeker (outdoors 53+ days a year)
Employee: No
User Rated Sizing:
Runs Very Small
Runs Very Large
True to SizeQuality
How would you grade this itemʼs materials, construction and workmanship?
5
/
5
Function
How well this item performed in its intended use, and beyond.
5
/
5
I belong to a Search and Rescue and I am training a Search and Rescue dog which requires me to be outdoors, day and night in all kinds of weather. On a recent training exercise, the dog we were running got a hit across a stream and much to my disappointment I found that my current boot were not waterproof, nor warm.
I immediately went searching for a new pair of boots and I debated back and forth between the regular Bugaboot and the XTM. I figured the warmer the better. I wear varying weights of wool socks in my boots, as well as bloused BDUS and I still get a very comfortable fit. I wear them everywhere now, not just out on my training exercises, I LOVE THESE BOOTS!
Activities: Trail, Hiking/Trekking, Other
Conditions: City, Rainy, Windy, Freezing, Open Ocean, Muddy, Rocky
I would recommend this product.
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Review 19 for Men’s Bugaboot® Plus XTM Omni-Heat
Overall Rating
Great Boot
PostedJanuary 4, 2012
tman5459
Location: Jenison,Mi
Outdoor Experience: Professional Thrill Seeker (outdoors 53+ days a year)
Employee: No
Quality
How would you grade this itemʼs materials, construction and workmanship?
5
/
5
Function
How well this item performed in its intended use, and beyond.
5
/
5
Warmest boot I"ve ever owned.Worked in the oil feilds in North Dakota minus 6 degrees with 30 mile an hour wind feet never got cold.I like the fact that it is light wieght and comfortable.
Activities: Other
Conditions: Snowy, Windy, Freezing
I would recommend this product.
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Review 20 for Men’s Bugaboot® Plus XTM Omni-Heat
Overall Rating
Good boot but not for long exposure to Antartic ice
PostedJanuary 1, 2012
OpDeepfreeze
Location: Antarctica
Outdoor Experience: Professional Thrill Seeker (outdoors 53+ days a year)
Employee: No
User Rated Sizing:
Runs Very Small
Runs Very Large
True to SizeQuality
How would you grade this itemʼs materials, construction and workmanship?
5
/
5
Function
How well this item performed in its intended use, and beyond.
4
/
5
These boots are great for working/hiking in pretty severe conditions. I do find that after standing on sea ice for a couple hours my feet do get chilly. Usually walking for a bit gets circulation going enough to warm me up again. Not sure how they will perform sitting in a tree stand but looking forward to the experiance. If I am in the U.S. for next deer season I will write another review.
Activities: Hiking/Trekking, Other
Conditions: Snowy, Windy, Freezing
I would recommend this product.
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