Posted: 11/25/2013 11:49:33 PM EDT
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I just got a new job(letter carrier) which requires me to be walking outside most of the day. I never had to do much walking in boots, especially in the snow for me to feel comfortable spending a good bit of money on boots. It seems like everyone had a favorite.
What I am looking for is a comfortable, warm, boot that keeps my feet dry. Them lasting awhile would be great to but if I can't get everything then I'll have to compromise. My use would be to walk everyday in the winter, usually on pavement I would guess but probabley a lot of yards to go through, since they want me to take every shortcut possible. Would a cold weather boot and a snow boot combo work better for me? Since it doesn't really snow all year here. I don't want to put a price on what I'm able to spend but I could spend around $400, maybe more if its worth it. What would you suggest? |
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http://www.sorel.com/mens-kitchener-frost-boot-NM1991.html Thank me later. 
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| It's not about a specific brand. Different boot manufacturers boots fit different feet. Try different brands to find what feels best on your feet. For lots of walking get a boot that gives you a smooth stride as you walk, kind of like walking in running shoes. Depending on the temps where you'll be wearing them get the appropriate level of insulation. If it's going to be below freezing much of the time think around 400 grams of Thinsulate. Bear in mind that the more Thinsulate the harder the boots will be to walk in. Get a sole without much of a heel, you won't need it for mail delivery. A shallow tread depth will be easier to walk in and should give you enough traction not to slip and fall. Consider overall weight, the lighter the better as long as you have adequate insulation to keep your feet warm. And Gore-Tex. |
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Great choice. Think about adding a felt Liner |
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These boots are similar to the Sorels BUT are possibly made for easier walking/hiking.. Im not sure if the Sorels are made for a lot of walking or not..
Keep in mind that anything with a gore-tex liner has the possibility of wearing out and then they will leak.. these all have removable liners, rubber bottoms and you can have new bottoms put on them for a reasonable fee Schnees Hunter II link Kenetrek Grizzly link Hoffman Guide link I bought the Kenetreks and like them so far.. very easy to walk in and comfortable.. brian |
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No such thing as a boot that will keep your feet dry both from the outside and the inside at the same time.
Waterproof is nice sometimes, but change your socks at lunch. Can't suggest a specific boot because everyone's foot is different. I would get some Gore-Tex, fabric/leather boots that are lightweight. Look at light trail hikers. Full leather work boots are made for working, not walking. Don't count on the Gore-Tex to breath. Change your socks at lunch. If you need more snow protection over your ankles get some gaiters. |