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Comparing Winter Boots for Men

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Price $159 List
$78.83 at REI
$180 List
$107.78 at Amazon
$130 List
$65.00 at Amazon
$159.99 at Backcountry
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Pros Great traction, excellent fit, very comfortable, warm, affordableWeather resistant, easy to slip on and off, durableRelatively inexpensive, great performance across the boardConvenient slip on design, waterproof to 11.5 inches, good priceGreat traction, very comfortable, inexpensive
Cons Other boots are warmer, relatively low water-resistance heightExpensive, loose fit, clunky, poor tractionClunky, style isn't the best, questionable construction qualityHandles let in water or debris, only come in single whole sizes, not as warm as some competitorsNot that warm, fabric eyelets, low height
Bottom Line These boots are the total package, with warmth, comfort, a great fit, and a fair priceThese easy-to-use boots are protective and durable, perfect for winter chores or quick jaunts into snowy weatherThese affordable boots nearly match the performance of the best models but without straining your walletA convenient and protective boot with good weather resistance and a very wide toe boxThis very comfortable and inexpensive winter hiking boot has excellent traction, making it perfect for winter walks and treks
Rating Categories The North Face Chil... Muck Boot Arctic Sp... Columbia Bugaboot III Bogs Bozeman Tall Merrell Thermo Chil...
Warmth (25%)
7.0
7.0
8.0
7.0
7.0
Weather Protection (25%)
8.0
10.0
7.0
9.0
6.0
Comfort and Fit (20%)
8.0
7.0
9.0
5.0
9.0
Traction (15%)
9.0
5.0
7.0
7.0
10.0
Durability (15%)
8.0
10.0
7.0
10.0
5.0
Specs The North Face Chil... Muck Boot Arctic Sp... Columbia Bugaboot III Bogs Bozeman Tall Merrell Thermo Chil...
Maximum Puddle Depth Before Major Leaking 8.5" 13" 8" 11.5" 6.5"
Measured Shaft Height (from bottom of sole to top of shaft) 11" 13" 10.5" 13" 7.5"
Measured Weight (per pair, size 13) 3.86 lbs 5.09 lbs 3.69 lbs 4.88 lbs 2.74 lbs
Appropriate Activity Town, errands Chores Hiking, town, chores, errands Chores Hiking, town
Fit Details True to size Roomy True to size Roomy True to size
Lining/Insulation 400g Heatseeker Eco Fleece, 5mm CR Flex-Foam neoprene 200g synthetic 7mm Neo-Tech Neoprene 200g M Select
Upper Material Waterproof leather & suede Rubber Waterproof leather Rubber Waterproof polyurethane-coated leather and mesh
Toe Box Rubber Rubber Rubber Rubber Rubber
Outsole Surface Control rubber MS-1 molded rubber Omni-Grip Rubber BioGrip Rubber
Company Claimed Cold Weather Rating Not listed -40 F Not listed -72 F Not listed
Animal Products? Yes No Yes No No
Sizes Available 7 - 14 5 - 15 7 - 17 7 - 14 7 - 15