
February 25, 2023
Best winter boots
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Bean boots
Patagonia Lugano boots
Sorel Tivoli
The North Face Chilkat V 400
Columbia Bugaboot III
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Source: "Winter Boots (Sorel vs Baffin vs Other)?" (from reddit, r/BuyItForLife)
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Baffin:
- Quality has been consistent
- Models mentioned include Canada, Hammer, Summit, Tundra, and Mustang (youth)
- Keep feet warm and have good traction
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Kamik:
- Ethical company
- Keeps feet from falling and are comfortable
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LL Bean:
- Classic Bean Boots are not good for winter
- Baffin Bay recommended
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Danner:
- Worked well for one user
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Bogs:
- Not mentioned, but one user asked about them
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Sorel:
- Quality has diminished since sale to another company
- Not as warm or waterproof
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Hoffman’s:
- Not mentioned
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Acton:
- Makes boots for the civvy market
- Recommend for extreme cold weather
Source: "[Request] Decent freaking rain boots?" (from reddit, r/BuyItForLife)
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Hunters
- Have had great luck with Hunters and they have lasted seven years
- Not cheap, but if cared for, will last ages
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Bogs
- Garbage
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Dunlops
- Dairy farmers wear Dunlops
- Blundstone of rural Canada
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XtraTuf
- Bomb proof, but quality took a nosedive when production moved to China
- Recently switched back to USA production
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Neo’s Overshoes
- Slip on over shoes, like shoe covers but go up over ankle
- Protect from rain, snow, wet leaves, and other bad weather conditions
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Aigle or lechameau
- Don’t bother with Hunters, they are a fashion brand now
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Muck boots
- Good but can be too warm outside of winter
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Altberg
- Do “Aqua” variants of many of their excellent boots
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Hoggs
- Basically the same as Hunters but 1/4 the price
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The Original Muck Boot
- Treated well, not the most stylish but super comfy and never had a leak
Source: "Are hunter boots really worth the price?" (from reddit, r/Frugal)
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Hunter Boots
- Chalky patina turns fast
- Too heavy for some
- Can find used pairs on eBay, Craigslist, etc.
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Joules Boots
- Lightweight
- Come in cute colors
- Can find used pairs on eBay, Mercari, etc.
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Walmart Boots
- Equally sturdy
- Fraction of the price
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Italian Leather Boots
- Expensive but worth it if you’re getting something of good quality
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Ariat Paddock Boots
- Need wide width
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Muck Boots
- Nice and warm
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Bogs Boots
- Nice but not as warm as Muck Boots
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Columbia Rain Boots
- 1/3 of the price of Hunter Boots
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Nordstrom Boots
- Tour ones are lighter
- Matte finish to avoid chalky finish
- Two year warranty
Source: "Cold weather boots that are good for walking?" (from reddit, r/madisonwi)
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LL Bean Maine Hunting Boot
- Made with higher quality leather
- 10” height keeps feet warmer and drier
- Unique chain thread pattern on bottom for better grip
- Available in 8” version with Gore-Tex
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Salomon
- Waterproof/insulated for snow and cold weather
- Flexible sole for better walking
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Merrell
- Waterproof/insulated
- Wool socks recommended
- Gaiters recommended for deeper snow
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Danner
- US made with Gore-tex lining
- Comfortable and warm
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Blundstone
- Slip on boots
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Sorel Joan of Arctic
- Not super clunky/heavy
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Columbia
- $90
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KEEN Women’s Hoodoo III
- Waterproof Tall boots
- Comfortable to walk in, warm, and waterproof
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Danner Arctic 600 Side Zip
- 7” height
- Brown/red color
- 200g insulation
Source: "Initial Impressions: Uninsulated Bean Boots in ..." (from reddit, r/goodyearwelt)
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LL Bean Bean Boot 8” Mens uninsulated
- Hand made in Maine, with average level of attention to detail
- Leather is heavily finished and flat looking
- Can handle the winter with shearling insoles and good wool socks
- Not winter boots - but they can do it
- Laces feel super stiff and rather cheap
- Grip on icy snow is fine, but they are not ice boots
- Break in seems easy
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Ugg shearling insole
- Used alongside mid-weight wool socks to make winter boots even warmer
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Kodiak winter chelsea with 400g of thinsulate and the artic grip sole
- Can get on sale for super cheap
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Sorel Caribou
- Not up to the standards of GYW
- Quality taking a massive hit after the Columbia acquisition
- Too clunky
- Weighs a lot and the last is ridiculously wide, like EEEEEE wide
- Not comfortable for long walks, even when worn with thick socks
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Source: "The 6 Best Winter Boots of 2023 | Tested by Gea..." (from web, www.outdoorgearlab.com)
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The North Face Chilkat V 400
- Warmth 7.0/10
- Weather Protection 8.0/10
- Comfort and Fit 8.0/10
- Traction 9.0/10
- Durability 8.0/10
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Shaft Height: 11 inches | Insulation: 400g Heatseeker Eco
- Comfortable and cozy, excellent traction, warm and versatile
- Could be more waterproof
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Columbia Bugaboot III
- Warmth 8.0/10
- Weather Protection 7.0/10
- Comfort and Fit 9.0/10
- Traction 7.0/10
- Durability 7.0/10
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Shaft Height: 10.5 inches | Insulation: 200g synthetic
- Affordable, super comfy, warm
- Durability is questionable, traction could be better in deep snow
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Muck Boot Arctic Sport Mid
- Warmth 7.0/10
- Weather Protection 10.0/10
- Comfort and Fit 7.0/10
- Traction 5.0/10
- Durability 10.0/10
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Shaft Height: 13 inches | Insulation: 5mm CR Flex-Foam neoprene w/ fleece lining
- Weather resistant, easy to slip on and off, highly durable
- Not as comfortable as other options, pricey, could be warmer
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Merrell Thermo Chill Mid
- Warmth 7.0/10
- Weather Protection 6.0/10
- Comfort and Fit 9.0/10
- Traction 10.0/10
- Durability 5.0/10
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Shaft Height: 7.5 inches | Insulation: 200g M Select
- Very comfortable for walking and hiking, great traction, warm enough, affordable
- Lower puddle depth, minor durability concerns
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UGG Butte
- Warmth 8.0/10
- Weather Protection 5.0/10
- Comfort and Fit 8.0/10
- Traction 5.0/10
- Durability 8.0/10
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Shaft Height: 11.5 inches | Ins
Source: "What are your favorite winter boots?" (from reddit, r/femalefashionadvice)
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L.L. Bean 10” shearling-lined boots
- Insulated and waterproof
- Look “badass”
- Customer service is friendly and helpful
- LL Bean will repair the boots for free
- Comes in different colors
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Sorrels
- Fashionable and can be dressed up or down
- Waterproof
- Come in various colors and styles
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Keen Snowmass Low Boots
- Waterproof leather
- Light and comfortable
- Can withstand temperatures as low as -40°C
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Timberland Insulated Work Boots
- Not fashionable but very warm
- Can withstand temperatures as low as -40°C
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Uggs
- Ugly but cozy
- Waterproof
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Bean Duck Boots
- Ugly but trendy
- Waterproof
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Smart Wool Socks
- Keep feet warm
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Toe Warmers
- Keep feet warm
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Land’s End Snow Hiker Boots
- Waterproof
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Sorels
- Warm and dry
- Can withstand temperatures as low as -40°C
Source: "The 10 Best Winter Boots That Actually Look Goo..." (from reddit, r/goodyearwelt)
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Thursday’s Explorer Boots
- Storm welt, water resistant suede, inexpensive, 8 inches high, grippy
- Not a huge range of leathers, D ring laces can be a bit annoying, not insulated
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Meermin 114787 Softcalf E
- Storm welt, fully lined with shearling, relatively inexpensive, relatively office friendly, Tannerie D’Annonay leather
- Not super grippy, not all that casual
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Red Wing Sawmills
- Whole boot is lined, and then they have the addition of a removable wool insole
- Too narrow, don’t believe they offer wide sizes in them
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Nicks PNW Drifters
- Veldtschoen rather than gyw
- Not lined, waxed hide, Itshide commando soles, grippy
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C&J Snowdon
- Veldtschoen rather than gyw
- Not lined, waxed hide, Itshide commando soles, grippy
Source: "Winter is coming: What are the best waterproof ..." (from reddit, r/malefashionadvice)
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Bean Boots
- Thick socks will allow you to stay warm and still wear the boots in other seasons
- They can come lined and be extremely warm
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Doc Martens
- Can have a rain boot model
- Have a really thick sole that will keep your foot off of the cold concrete
- Can wax them or treat them with waterproofing agent
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Hunter Boots
- Rubber has no insulating properties
- Sole is thin
- Not expendable by loosening the lacing
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Bates Tactical Side-Zip
- Warm, rugged, and completely weatherproof
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Tretorn Rubber Shoes
- Better match for wardrobe than LL Beans
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Cole Haan Boots
- Waterproof, have Lunarlon sole, and look sick
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Red Wing Beckmans
- You have to wear thick socks with them or else your toes go numb
- Salt stains can make your shoes look ugly
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Red Wing Ice Cutters
- Low-top Hunter boots
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White’s or Hawthorn Smoke Jumpers
- Expensive but great quality
Source: "Best Women's Winter Boots?" (from reddit, r/BuyItForLife)
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Bean boots
- lifetime warranty
- comfortable
- good tread
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Patagonia Lugano boots
- waterproof
- warm
- comfy
- good tread
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Hunter Rainboots
- waterproof
- warm
- good durability
- not as good tread
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Sorel Tivoli
- super warm
- comfy
- good rubber tread
- slim for a snow boot
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Gucci GG Logo Rainboot
- willing to pay extra
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