Is the Merrell Bristol Mid actually waterproof?

Yes. It has a waterproof leather upper and a mesh lining, so it handles wet grass, puddles and light rain. It is not a wading boot.

How does the Bristol Mid fit?

Fit feedback is mixed. Some buyers say it is true to size; others find it narrow or short and size up a half size.

No. It is a mid-cut day-hiking boot with a foam midsole. It suits light packs and day trails, not heavy loads or technical rock.

$59.95 at eBay as of November 7, 2026, the lowest of the 3 stores listing it new.

Listings show US women's sizes 5.5 through 9 in half sizes, in black.

At Merrell, for $94.99, as of our latest check.

Rated 3.7 out of 5 from 138 ratings.

3 stores we checked sell it, including Merrell, REI, eBay.

$94.99at MerrellObserved at 9:43 AM

Compared across 2 stores. Prices are checked against each store and labelled with when. Store links may earn us a commission. Price via Klarna.