The Best Men's Winter Boots

The Best Men's Winter Boots
Spending time outdoors in the winter requires a pair of boots that will keep your feet dry and warm. The best men's winter boots will have a waterproof exterior with an insulated lining to keep your feet comfortable no matter how nasty the winter weather can get.

Kamik Greenbay Pac Boots

Starting with the durable Duration 600 weatherproof nylon upper, the Greenbay Pac boots are designed to be used in the winter to keep the elements at bay. Lace lock snow collars along with a Velcro strap at the mid foot keep snow and moisture from penetrating the outer portion of the boot.
Insulated by 8-mm Thermal Guard liners, these boots are comfort rated to minus 40 degrees F. Since the liners are removable, they can be dried out after a long day of hiking through the ice and snow. The Prime waterproof rubber soles provide the durability and traction needed in order to maintain stability when hiking over ice and snow. Suggested pricing in 2009 is $69.99.

Sorel Caribou

The Caribou Boot from Sorel continues to be a popular choice of winter boots each season thanks to their durable reputation. The handcrafted rubber shell is the first line of defense against water, ice and snow. Add the waterproof full-grain leather upper and you have a great combination against wet feet. The 9-mm removable ThermoPlus felt inner boot liner protects feet from the elements, provides a cushion to your feet when hiking and is comfort rated to minus 40 degrees F. The Aerotrac outsoles complete this boot with an aggressive tread pattern that provide stable traction on icy winter surfaces. In 2009, suggested pricing is $110.

Irish Setter Snow Tracker

Using the finest modern materials, the Irish Setter Snow Tracker boots look to raise the bar in winter boot performance. The all-leather uppers on this boot are nylon reinforced to create a flexible, abrasion-resistant outer shell that is designed to withstand the worst elements in the outdoors. The entire boot is lined with Ultra Dry, which is a waterproof, breathable lining that wicks moisture away from the foot during strenuous activities but provides an outer barrier against water and ice. Finally, the unique carbon rubber sole brings a new level of performance with the unmatched traction this unique material gives in ice and snow. In 2009, suggested pricing is $129.99.

Article Written By Brian M. Kelly

Brian M. Kelly has been freelance writing since 2003. His work has been published in respected outdoor magazines such as Outdoor Life, Great Lakes Angler and Salmon Trout Steelheader. He holds an associate's degree in automated machine design from Macomb College.

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