Snow boots

[oosik]

IH2424 - Yes, older age = reduced circulation in my feet also. That's why the Polar Teck socks under wool socks if it's really cold outside. If my feet are nice and toasty - goes a long way to the rest of me being warm.

Otherwise - it's no socks. I just hate having socks that sag down and lump up under my feet.

 

[dogbert2521]

These boots are the only ones that have ever kept my feet warm and they're relatively inexpensive. I've also had good luck with LLBean winter boots.

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[macowboy]

i need new boots. i do snow removal in an open station Kubota L3800. i spend about 2 hours a day when it snows clearing neighborhood driveways. i have a pretty decent snow suit, balaclava, heated gloves, etc. but my 30 year old sorels aren't cutting it anymore. my toes are solid chunks of ice by the time i get back to the house. temps can be anywhere from around 32F to -20F. i'm doing this before my real job, so it's 4am or so, often snowing hard. i spend very little time out of the seat moving around, but i am working the pedals pretty hard with both feet.

what do you guys use? any recommendations? my primary goal is warm, followed by easy on/off, good traction on snow and ice, durable, and finally price (i don't mind paying if they're going to last).

thanks,
n

I would not over look the bunny boots from the armed services. You can still find them on eBay for a very reasonable price. Mine were brand new with the tags still on them. I think I paid $80. So far they are the only things that keep my feet warm. I also plow on a open station B2301 Kubota.It gets very cold in central Iowa and they have not let me down yet.

 

[pacosperson]

i need new boots. i do snow removal in an open station Kubota L3800. i spend about 2 hours a day when it snows clearing neighborhood driveways. i have a pretty decent snow suit, balaclava, heated gloves, etc. but my 30 year old sorels aren't cutting it anymore. my toes are solid chunks of ice by the time i get back to the house. temps can be anywhere from around 32F to -20F. i'm doing this before my real job, so it's 4am or so, often snowing hard. i spend very little time out of the seat moving around, but i am working the pedals pretty hard with both feet.

what do you guys use? any recommendations? my primary goal is warm, followed by easy on/off, good traction on snow and ice, durable, and finally price (i don't mind paying if they're going to last).

thanks,
n

Check out Colemans Military Surplus (Colemans.com).
They have all kinds of boots from all over the world. Actual military surplus. They will have something that fits your needs exactly. They even have the original inflatable 'Mickey Mouse' boots! Good stuff, exactly as described in my experience. Shipping is pretty steep though.

 

[CobyRupert]

Sorrels. I had the same pair since 1991. I could of replaced the removable liners, but I eventually wore a hole in the tread from too much walking on pavement and had to throw them out. They probably would of lasted another 30 years if I stayed on snow and ice.

 

[oldpilot]

Well, we don't have minus 20F here in the Northeast, and I don't think I've ever plowed at zero degrees, but my go-to boots used to be L L Bean Ice Fisherman Boots, which were just renamed Canadian boots, but of course they're made in China now and they cracked in a year or two. So I've switched to Baffin, which do say Made in Canada, and they've lasted fine so far. Not as handsome as the original L L Ice Fishermans, but better than the China stuff.

 

[Doughknob]

Sorrels. I had the same pair since 1991. I could have replaced the removable liners, but I eventually wore a hole in the tread from too much walking on pavement and had to throw them out. They probably would have lasted another 30 years if I stayed on snow and ice.

Sorry, grammar police LOL

 

[ROUSTABOUT]

I keep telling you fellow "open station" guys about heated motorcycle gear. Snowmobiling, (depending on your riding) is a physical activity, at least a lot more physical than driving your tractor. Your extremities, especially as you age will naturally get cold so that gear/clothing is not the answer. About 8 years ago I visited a "touring" type m/c accessory store, told the owner my story and he suggested that I "build" my winter plowing suit starting with a heated jacket. He told me that he found that keeping your "core" warm was the best 1st step and if needed, pants, socks and gloves can be added.
He was 100% correct, I walked in there expecting to buy a total "suit". He made sense and saved me money as I've not added any of these pants, socks etc. I think I spent about $300 for the wiring to tie into a vehicle's 12v and a controller and this includes the jacket.
I couldn't be happier and I go out plowing for about 5-6 hours on my little 25 or so driveway "route" about 20 times a winter. View attachment 718545

Just gotta get plugged in. I kinda like that idea. I can envision getting a phone call...I gotta go, I'm hooked to some electricity...I'd tell 'em in a heartbeat.

 

[JWR]

i need new boots. i do snow removal in an open station Kubota L3800. i spend about 2 hours a day,,, my 30 year old sorels aren't cutting it anymore. my toes are solid chunks of ice by the time i get back to the house.

what do you guys use? any recommendations? my primary goal is warm, followed by easy on/off, good traction on snow and ice, durable, and finally price (i don't mind paying if they're going to last).

thanks,
n

This one is easy. Just find whatever good, durable insulated work boots you like best -- based on feel, quality, maybe waterproof, etc. Then buy the next half size bigger than you otherwise need. Layer tight knit wool socks inside and over those put battery operated "ski socks."

Don't know where you live but there is probably a ski shop not too far away. They will be very high and over priced but you can get the brand and touch and feel them. Then order them from Amazon or whoever for 1/3 the price, but then you said price was no object.. Ha !

Over recent years the battery operated ski socks have become available with rechargeable batteries and they will readily heat your feet for the 2 hours you mentioned without needing a charge. Battery pack usually goes up high on the back of the ankle and some models let you run wires a few inches. Usually it does not take a lot of BTUs to make a huge difference. All you have to do is get the area around your wool socks up to room temp or thereabouts and your feet will feel toasty warm. Easy.

 

[Snobdds]

If it's super cold, I break out my mountaineering boots...You don't get cold at that point. They give you both a bootie or over boot, then a lace up inner boot, then a over boot.

LaSportiva olympus boots

 

[eeleater]

“Heat goes where the blood flows”. Our bodies are evolved to keep our core body temperature preserved. Blood flowing out from the heart carries heat with it. The arteries and veins in our arms and legs run together. The arterial blood warms the venous blood coming into our “core”. This also cools the arterial blood. This is why it is so hard to warm your extremities if they do get cold. We will also reduce the blood flow to our extremities to protect our core body heat. The extremity with the highest blood flow- and one that we do not reduce the flow to- is to our head. Starting off with warm head gear will help keep your feet from getting cold later on.

Something not yet mentioned are neoprene chest waders designed for waterfowl hunting. I have a pair with felt liners and thick neoprene. They are very warm, and totally block any wind.

 

[ruffdog]

If a person's circulation at their extremities is not good because of a medical reason, it becomes very hard to keep them warm.

 

[m7040]

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[10Ring]

I'm in NW Montana with an open station LS. I understand what you're saying. I have a pair of older Sorel's that I wear in the winter...until it gets real cold. Then I put on the Baffin's. The only negative is that they are bigger, so clunkier working the pedals, which is why I wear the Sorel's until it gets quite cold. But with the Baffin's my toes have never been cold, even after all day of fishing on the ice. They are still the go-to boot for the oil field workers in Alaska which says a lot. I highly recommend them.
My particular models are the Barrows. I know most of their newer models are made in China, supposedly to the same specs. I think the only ones still made in Canada are in their industrial line. They can be identified by the "Made in Canada" stamp on the bottom of the sole. Their website has pics. Zoom in on the sole and it's easy to read.
They no longer give a temp rating so it's harder to tell which ones are warmer. Since you have Reynauds, I would not recommend the Selkirks. You should probably look at ones that are "Polar Rated". The Selkirks are "Arctic Rated" which sounds good, but aren't as warm. I'm sure you'll be happier with the "Polar Rated" line. You can filter for them on the Baffin website. No affiliation, just pleased with mine. Hope that's helpful.

 

[mikester]

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These are my favourite boots. Light weight, waterproof, warm, flexible, extremely comfortable and steel toe. Excellent traction. Durable too.

 

[Jac65]

Whatever boots you decide on make sure you put these on under the boots. I wear these socks under my Danners and it was like night and day when I switched to them. My feet stay warm and dry while snow blowing on my open station.

Carhartt A111 - Extremes Arctic Boot Sock | Dungarees

Carhartt A111 - Extremes Arctic Boot Sock

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[JWR]

You buy $260 boots you might just as well buy $18 socks to go in 'em I suppose. Boots and couple pair make for a nice round $300.

Can't afford this horse. It costs too much to shoe.

 

[Falco de Negro]

Find some military Bunny Boots. Bunny boots or Mickey Mouse boots (depending on the version) are the most common nicknames for the Extreme Cold Vapor Barrier Boots (Types I and II). They have a trapped air barrier inside them. I used to work outside for many hours at -20, -30 and they are the ONLY boot that ever kept my feet warm. I'm not talking about keeping them warm longer, I'm talking indefinitely. Check EBay or other search results on line.

 

[Golden Rocket]

That's that I have now. I've been reading reviews and from all I can tell, they don't make 'em like they used to.
I'm looking at Baffin Selkirks. Anyone have experience with them?

I have the Baffin Constructor - they are simply amazing - there is no other boot (and I have tried Sorel and others) that can even come close!! I have issue with my feet even at -20C so these are the cat's meow for me

https://www.baffin.com/collections/industrial/products/polamp01

 

[Golden Rocket]

Over the years I found snowmobile outfit works the best ...boots 1 piece suit and gloves...some time suit can be to warm.

The one piece for me has worked out to NOT be the best fit - bibbed coverall (insulated) that way I can utilize whichever jacket is best suited for the task at hand - boots, ONLY Baffin for these feet