Ariat Men's Intrepid Brown and Orange VentTEK Square Composite Toe Work Boot

I bought these before going overseas 3 years ago and just now having my first issue. These boots have lasted me through long long work hours for 3 whole years! I couldn't believe it and I was so disappointed when the sole cracked. Couldn't find them in my area and sold out in my size. Once broken in they are hands down the most comfortable boot I've ever worn, not hot at all, plenty of room once theyre properly stretched out. Just the best pair I've ever owned and thoroughly disappointed that I can't find more of them in my size(12ee

First couple weeks of owning them my feet were so sore and my heel was constant blood because they take forever to break in which I thought well maybe they’ll be a super tough boot once they get broke in but then 3 months of wearing them the inside fell apart for $220 I expected to be buying quality but all I got in the end was sore feet...

Bought a pair in July, was super excited about them but about three months later the heel had completely come apart making it nearly impossible for me to get the boot off of my foot. Sadly I can’t wear them.

I've had these boots for 7 months, once they were broke in they have been very comfortable, rarely wear any of my other footwear now, I would recommend these to anyone. And they are durable of properly cared for, mine still look new and I work in commercial construction.

This boot is awesome, except for the composite toe is too narrow. Ariat.. if a person has wide feet. Then make a wider toe area to go with it.

Big feet, large toe box is a life saver, work pays for one pair of boots per year and i just got my second pair

I bought this boots around 6 months everything was good for the first couple months,until the leather in toe started to peel.Then a big piece of the heel somehow ripped making the boot very uncomfortable useless.Don’t recommend this is my second pair and both have not lasted for more than 6 months

Great comfortable boot. This is the 2nd pair in the last year. 1st pair the toe soles peeled back. I bought these boots about 6 months ago and the glue is coming undone again

I have worn through some great boots but these are worth buying another pair and wearing through again.

I bought these 3 weeks ago and they are buy far the most comfortable pair of boots that I have ever put on my feet. I dont know what the bad reviews are about or for. They need to learn how to pick out a boot that fits there feet and it wear socks. I read the negative reviews and decided that I would go against there recommendations. And am I glad I did. First off buy the boots that fit you in the store dont buy them right no break in period. Second get your self good socks thin cheapo socks have no business being in any boot. These boots are lightweight and honestly feel as if you have on a very good padded shoe. They are buy far like I said the best boots I have put on my feet and I have only bought ariat boots this is my 6th pair and they have nailed all comfort options on this boot. I am tempted to by another pair just to save for when this Pair is worn out

I bought them for my boyfriend for work. He works out side and he loves them. And as and added bonus they match his Can-am. Lol

My wife bought me a new pair of Ariat Intrepid VentTEK Composite Toe Work Boot in April of this year and the insole/heel and the front area of the boot near where my big toe's joint is, has holes in it. I expected a $200 plus boot to have insoles of the same quality as the rest of the boot. This is my first Ariat boot and it hasn't lasted more than 5 months. I am in need of new insoles. Please direct me to the correct replacement. My size is 11D.

I have attached pictures of both boots below.

Comfortable & Durable

these work boots are so comfortable i can wear them all day long...

Have had these for a year. They took quite a while to break in (3 weeks)and the only real part that was the problem was at the top of the heel. The heel construction is such that it creates a hot spot for blisters at the top of the back of the ankle. The boots were so bad that they have eaten holes into a couple of newly purchased thick sicks to help with the hotspot discomfort. They are without a doubt THE most comfortable and supportive boot I've worn now that they are broken in (spend all day on my feet walking and standing on hard surfaces), but the heel being such a bother for so long is enough to deter me from purchasing again. I will definitely be sticking to the spydertek technology in the soles, but will be leery of weird heel construction on ariat's boots. Its a good boot though. Has held up well so far.

I have had these for a year. Soles are cracking. I expect better wear out of these. With the construction Process, you can’t even get these re-soled. Expensive “Throw away” Boots......

I bought these boots about 8 months ago, the inside heel area is ripping apart. Expected more from Ariat, I work them hard but they should be able to at least last a year.

I bought these boots bout 3 weeks ago. With these boots you have to use all the break in tips. Condition when you get them , wear them around the house first , first time using them for work make sure to bring your other pair of boots. Wear them half a day for the first week. Then wear them all day long the second week, if you feel hot spots take them off and put your other boots on. Take your time breaking them in. These aren’t boots to wear out the box all day. The seams on the back in side Around the heal area is not the best design ,and will give you a blister if you don’t break them in properly. Going into my 4th week with these boots they are feeling great. They breath well And light. I’m on my feet 12-16hours a day I put boots through there limits. Would I buy these again to be honest probably not , for a work boot the break in process is to long but once broken in there great. I’m a little disappointed with these boots. I will repost after I get 3-6months use out of them . Hope this helps someone with there purchase or hope Ariat uses our feedback for future work boots. I do love Ariat over all other boots brands .

I am on my feet all day long working retail: squatting, climbing ladders, etc. LOVE THESE BOOTS! No sore or sweaty feet at the end of the day. My new favorite brand.

I have had these boots now for a year and still get sores on my heel. Had them stretched out in the heel twice and is only a temporary fix.

I've been wearing safety toe boots of various brands for about 20 years now. These are hands down the most uncomfortable boots I've ever worn. I was in a situation where I needed a quick set of work boots and these were the only safety toe boots available in my size at the time and location. So I had to wear them new for about 7 days straight of 12hr shifts. After the first day the blisters on both heels were so bad I could barely walk. The seam at the rear of the heel is terrible. I suffered through the next few days with blister pads and advil hoping that maybe they would break in... not the case. I tried them again for about an hour around the house to setup some Xmas decorations about 2wks later and immediately was in pain again. Very disappointed, especially considering the price tag on these boots.

Just got the boots and they are soooo comfortable and great style

I’ve had these boots for a little over a year and the bottom of the boot already cracked on the bottom and just not a dependable pair I have bought another pair before these and they were great

I have had this boots for over a year still look new because I don't like the way you can feel the toe. Very annoying.

I bought these boots in March and wore them everyday and they are comfortable and was my go-to boots every where I went and the sole is starting to split apart from the boot I would expect more life out of $200+ boots and I do not recommend for any heavy duty work

I Bought these Boots a week ago, and first thing I did was Mink oil them... I have never owned a set of boots I can just put on brand new and be comfortable all day long !... its still early in the game, but they have far passed my expectations !... the Vents do her A little bit, but not exceallent !....so for im extremely pleased !....ill write another review in a few moths after truly breaking them in and see how the comfort and durability hold up working threw the hatch construction elements im in every dat !

I had these boots for 7 months the boot holds up but the sole cam off the boot, for as much as these boots cost to work in figure they might last longer I have had cheaper boots last longer than these comfortable boots though

I've only owned ariat boots, and these are the best ones I have purchased.

I got my husband a pair last year about 6 months of wearing them the sole split across the bottom of the boot. I don’t know if it was a defect or just the way the soles made. He loved the comfort of the boot because his feet were able to breath. He doesn’t wear same boots everyday he swaps out between these and his Redwings. I’m going to buy these again. I hope I don’t regret it and the boots hold up like they should.

These boots work great. Easy to get on and off. Don’t notice them being heavy in the toe when I’m wearing them even for long days.

Got these boots out of the box slid right on my feet feel great very unusual for a slip on boot to feel great to me I have a wide foot have problems working them on my feet than these are broke in right out of the box in my opinion and they feel great

I can feel the ridge of the composite toe underneath the sole doesn't raise to where it connects. Not worth $250

One of the most comfortable boots I've worn. And didn't kill my feet when breaking them in.

I’ve owned over 10 pairs of ariat boots. This pair is by far the most comfortable pair I have ever owned!! I would recommend these to anyone!

Love these boots light and awsome!!! Should buy them again

This boot was very cool and comfortable! It is really lightweight. Will buy again!

Roomier toe box...........for who??
Had to order these as no one carried them in a 2e. Tried them on and there was barely room in the toe box, and two of my toes were touching the compost toe. The only way this could be a roomier toe box is if you removed the insole and who could wear them like that.
If you have wide feet and have trouble with the safety toe on other boots don't expect these to be your answer.