Footwear for fishermen in extreme cold. Boots for winter fishing: making the right choice. Product selection criteria

When planning fishing or hunting in the winter season, shoes should be especially important. There are many varieties of this item of clothing: felt boots, boots, high boots, winter boots. They are subject to certain rather serious requirements.

Winter fishing boots are designed to protect your feet from extreme cold temperatures, wet ice and water. In addition to this, the boots are equipped with thick grooved soles, allowing you to stay stable on the ice. In this article, we have compiled a rating of the best models with prices, and given recommendations on what to look for when choosing men's and women's fishing boots. Read reviews from the owners below the article.

Shoe requirements

Basic requirements for winter boots:

  • A light weight. It’s not easy in winter with full equipment to make your way through the snowdrifts to the next hole. Therefore, despite the thick sole and the use of multi-layer insulation, the boots should be light.
  • Good stability on any surface. The sole should be equipped with a grooved tread or special spikes, preventing the shoes from sliding on the ice.
  • Increased thermal insulation. Correctly selected insulation material should retain heat for a long time.

When choosing and purchasing winter boots, you should definitely pay attention to the following:


Pair selection

To buy a suitable pair of winter boots, you need to take into account the intensity of the load and the particular weather conditions at the place of winter fishing.

Based on these indicators, footwear for low temperatures is divided into the following types:


Polyurethane shoes have anti-slip and excellent thermal insulation properties

Review of popular models

Today the market provides a wide selection of winter boots for fishing from various manufacturers. The main characteristics of the purchased shoes are quality, comfort in use, simplicity and ease of care, as well as product design.

Yeti

Yeti boots are made of EVA material. They have excellent shock-absorbing properties and do not lose flexibility and elasticity at sub-zero temperatures. Able to retain heat at -60 C for a long time. The advantages include an attractive and modern design, comfort and ease of wearing with increased wear resistance, and lightweight.

The design of the shoes provides protection from getting wet and fogging. The cuff is made of special water-repellent fabric. The material used is resistant to various solvents and oils. Average glide rate on open ice. The price of Yeti boots fluctuates around 2000 rubles.

Reviews

Your feet don't sweat in these boots and you feel great in them. Very comfortable. You don’t walk in them, you just fly. They are not afraid of severe frosts. They wear great. Alexander, Kazan.

I've been wearing Yeti boots for the second season now. At -30 they are not cold, they keep warm well. I liked their light weight. Your legs don’t get tired from walking – this is a huge plus. Sergey, Ufa.

Torvi

Torvi are high-quality and comfortable boots. The thick and powerful outsole tread, with an upturned toe, stands firmly on any slippery surface. The cellular structure of the bottom of the sole easily removes excess moisture inside the boot.

The high instep and wide, comfortable shaft have a beneficial effect on comfort and functionality when walking. The top of the shoe ends with a cuff, with universal lacing.

The liner is made of heat-resistant seven-layer material. It ends above the boot, allowing you to avoid chafing your feet when walking quickly. It is not recommended to wash the liner. Boots must be protected from exposure to elevated temperatures and the use of aggressive shoe cleaning agents.

The temperature range for using Torvi boots is from -40 to -60 C. The average cost will be 2000 rubles.


Reviews

The boots are very comfortable and warm. The inner insulation wicks sweat away so your feet stay dry. I didn't like the boots' vulnerability to punctures. During the season I managed to pierce it twice, with an ordinary branch. In general, a good option for winter boots. Valery, Perm.

Excellent comfortable boots. When fishing in 30-degree frost, I spend an average of 5 hours in them and don’t feel cold at all. I really liked the design: they look bulky and at the same time very light (about 500 grams). The sole is thick and flexible and does not slip on ice. A convenient lock allows you to tighten the edge of the boot. This prevents snow from getting into the boot. I recommend it to all fishermen. Alexander, Moscow.

Norfin

Warm elastic boots with a temperature range from -30 to -50 C. The bottom of the sole is made of wear-resistant rubber, allowing for high strength against mechanical impact and damage. The presence of a deep tread improves traction on ice.

The high rise of the shaft and the comfortable last of the boot contribute to the ease of use of the shoes (easy to put on and take off) and do not interfere with the blood circulation of the legs under heavy loads.

The basis of thermal insulation is made up of removable three-layer liners. Based on the operating temperature, their structure and composition are slightly different. In this case, the main components remain foil and polyester.
A distinctive feature of these shoes is a push-button lock located at the top of the boot and a convenient protrusion at the back of the last, allowing you to remove the boots without hands. The price for a pair will be around 1,700 rubles.


When preparing for winter hunting and fishing, carefully prepare your equipment. Pay special attention to the choice of shoes, since a lot depends on them during outdoor activities. If your feet are cold, wet, and your boots are rubbing, then you most likely will not get any pleasure or results. In this article you will learn how to choose the right shoes and you will be able to familiarize yourself with the rating of the best boots.

Shoe requirements

When choosing winter boots for hunting and fishing, you must take into account the requirements for their functionality:

  • Weight. Boots should be light, despite the many layers of insulation, as well as the heaviness of the sole.
  • Sustainability. Their soles must be equipped with grooved treads. Otherwise, the owner of the boots will not be able to stand on various surfaces: ice, unsteady or muddy soil.
  • High thermal insulation. Feet in boots should not freeze or get wet at different temperatures. And also they should not sweat when it gets warm.
  • Reliability of coverage. Boots should not crack due to low temperatures.
  • Removable insulation. In high-quality models of boots, the layers of insulation can be replaced with new ones if cleaning and drying are necessary.
  • Correct size. Boots should fit true to size, or 1-2 sizes larger. Otherwise, when waiting for a long time for prey, the ankle and foot itself will experience discomfort: fatigue, the appearance of calluses, diaper rash, or vice versa, frostbite.
  • The structure of the boot top. On high-quality popular models, a comfortable lace is sewn into the top of the boot boot, which tightens the edges of the boot and prevents moisture and dirt from getting inside the shoe. Winter boots for fishing and hunting should not fit the leg; there should be room for warm socks and thick pants.

Important! When choosing winter boots for hunting and fishing, you must be guided by the height of the shin for walking through high standing water or snowdrifts. If the water/snow level is high, your foot may get wet.


When purchasing men's winter boots for fishing and hunting, you need to consider the weather conditions in which they will be used and in what region. Also expect that active recreation may last for several days. The comfort and safety of shoes in this case are extremely important. Based on these indicators, consumers can choose the appropriate type of shoes:


Rating of the top 5 popular models for winter fishing

All information provided is for informational purposes only and is not a public offer.

Winter boots for hunting

It’s worth mentioning separately about winter boots for hunting. Take on 1-2 sizes larger. Boots are often equipped with thick insoles and thicker socks made of natural wool. It is worth paying special attention to the rise of the purchased shoes. Choose the exact same instep as your everyday shoes. This is necessary in order to easily remove boots. It also allows blood to circulate easily and gives a feeling of spaciousness and comfort. We must not forget about the height of the boot, as well as in shoes for winter fishing. Even if the hunt is organized in early spring, you should not wear low shoes.


Example. When hunting for wood grouse, which takes place in April, there is still snow, and in some places it is quite deep. If a hunter takes low shoes with thin soles, he may get his feet wet and, as a result, get sick or be unable to continue active recreation.

Tarpaulin or cowhide winter boots Hunters recommend wearing shoes in mild frosts. Be sure to insert warm insoles into your shoes, as well as foot wraps. It is recommended to soak the toes of your shoes with specialized shoe ointment on the eve of the hunt. Or castor oil for better waterproofing and increased flexibility.

HSN Tundra, winter. Price 5400 rubles. Upper: nubuck, thermoplastic elastomer sole, insulation: Thinsulate. One of the best winter hunting boots.

Arkhar – ACB002. Retains heat down to -25, good on the move, weight of one boot is 1250 grams. Waterproof material, genuine leather.

Norfin Siberia. The average price is 3200 rubles. Extremely warm thick insole, 4 main layers, the upper one is made of a special breathable material Thinsulate, the remaining 3 layers are polypropylene, felt and aluminum foil. Some of the best winter pairs of shoes available right now. Boots for winter hunting should also be high. Most often they are made from thermoplastic elastomer . You can hunt in them at temperatures up to 50 . The top of such boots reaches a height of at least, and in the upper part there is a sewn textile extension that does not allow moisture to pass through. The multi-layer stocking of winter boots for hunting should not allow the foot to rub in the sole and heel area. The sole is equipped with spikes that prevent slipping on ice or crust.

Important! For running hunting, boots should be light models. Otherwise, the steps will become heavy and clumsy. Which can cause discomfort and premature fatigue.

Types of material

There are five main materials from which winter hunting boots are made.

  1. Leather Products. Leather boots fit perfectly around the top and foot, even with thick pants and socks, which is a definite plus. Also, natural and elastic material creates a feeling of comfort and reliability. Impregnations inside the boot, which do not allow air and moisture to pass through, make leather shoes universal for hunting and fishing.
  2. Rubber Shoes. These are the most waterproof boots. However, these boots must be heavily insulated with warm socks. In this case, stockings made of wool or fur can also help. Without these measures, the foot will simply freeze, since rubber boots easily give off heat.
  3. Neoprene shoes. It has excellent thermal insulation, moisture resistance, strength, and elasticity. They have a powerful protector inserted into them; it will not prevent slipping on crust or ice. Shoes made of neoprene securely fix the foot, thereby allowing you to move quickly.
  4. Polyurethane boots. Such shoes are characterized by lightness, high strength and thermal insulation. They are insulated with fur, so the hunter will be extremely comfortable in them. Polyurethane has an anti-slip effect.
  5. Felt boots. Traditional northern shoes are used with pleasure by hunters. The only negative is that felt boots require special care.

Felt boots are considered classic shoes for winter hunting. They must be strictly sized, otherwise they may constrain the leg or rub calluses. The ideal option would be worn out and hemmed felt boots. In them, the hunter's feet will feel comfortable and warm. When choosing felt boots, you need to choose light colors. Brown or black indicate a hunter in the snow.

If the boots are too high, for example, above the kneecap, they are restrictive when walking and complicate hunting. To prevent snow from getting into the boot, warm pants need to be pulled over the shoes. If a thaw comes, then felt soles are sewn to felt boots. It is laid with a leather insole in the space between the felt boots and the sole. Instead of traditional felt boots, depending on the climate and characteristics of the region, hunters choose high boots and torbazas.

How to care for winter boots for hunting and fishing


Shoes made from neoprene, does not require serious care. Only cleaning from dirt after completing active recreation. Neoprene itself is extremely resistant to various solvents, synthetic liquids, and alkalis. That is why they can be stored anywhere.

Likewise, boots made from rubber. However, unlike neoprene ones, store them in a dry place. Shoes made of polyurethane also do not require specialized care. Moreover, it is capable of self-cleaning, thanks to the unique properties of the material.

But for marsh and rubber boots require careful care. They should not dry out, they should not remain in a frozen room. Otherwise, the material becomes brittle and microcracks may appear, which subsequently begin to let water through.

Care felt boots most energy consuming. They need to be kept from moths, dust, and water. Clean only with fine sandpaper or a moderately hard brush. These shoes should absolutely not be washed under water. During storage, felt boots should be wrapped in newspapers or polyethylene.

What to look for when purchasing


There are several nuances of shoes for winter active recreation. For example:

  1. When shoes of this type are made, they are not glued together, but parts of the boots are welded into each other;
  2. When choosing boots made of EVA, it is worth considering that they are not puncture resistant;
  3. After purchasing boots for winter hunting and fishing, they must be worn in;
  4. With the most elastic sole, your feet will feel less tired;
  5. It is easier to care for shoes that have a removable thermal insulation insert;
  6. When purchasing boots, you should take care in specialized stores to avoid purchasing counterfeits;
  7. The deeper the tread pattern, the greater the stability of the boots.

It is necessary to summarize, taking into account the variety of information presented. Shoes for winter hunting and fishing must be worn in first. When purchasing, you need to take 1-2 sizes larger than regular shoes, but with about the same instep. Care for your shoes based on the material they are made from and check your boots beforehand. With these simple steps, hunting and fishing in winter will become one of your most favorite and comfortable activities.

Hunter 31 07/09/2011 - 21:53

I'm asking for advice on choosing shoes for winter hunting trips. Temperature range from +10 to -15 degrees.

IS90 07/09/2011 - 22:38



ZY First fuck

IS90 07/09/2011 - 22:38

Boots. no matter what kind of rubber, tarpaulin or leather - as long as the money is enough. I’ve even seen models with lining
Definitely with a foot wrap and/or woolen socks
ZY The first one!!

Hunter 31 07/09/2011 - 23:13

Rubber feet sweat a lot. Afterwards they naturally freeze.

IS90 07/09/2011 - 23:48

Rubber feet sweat a lot. Afterwards they naturally freeze.
There is such a thing. But to make sure it’s not so strong, you need to wrap the footcloths thicker or make a cake of thermal socks + cotton ones.
You can buy rubber boots that fit over regular boots. Here somewhere in the Hansa they were selling these.
The whole problem is that with the temperature changes you indicated, no matter what super fancy boots you buy, after a maximum of two days of walking in the snow, they will be damp. Completely. You will absolutely have to dry it by the fire or somewhere else. I doubt that newfangled boots with a membrane or something else will withstand such treatment and dry completely in a few hours. It's easier to dry boots and foot wraps/socks separately than these cakes of newfangled materials.
everything is natural IMHO

Vyachko 10.07.2011 - 19:34

Hunter 31
I'm asking for advice on choosing shoes for winter hunting trips. Temperature range from +10 to -15 degrees.

I'll speak for boots.
But which ones - this, as mentioned above, depends on preferences and the number of banknotes for purchasing shoes.
In my humble opinion, which is not necessarily correct, if you walk far and long in boots, then it’s better to put them on foot wraps (flannel from children’s blankets, cloth or fleece). I prefer cloth and fleece. Or, at the very least, a sandwich made from thick trekking ones wool socks and trimmings of women's tights on top.
Take a look at these boots, maybe you'll like something:
http://www.vostok.ru/catalogue/6579/236104/

I haven’t seen Nazievskie boots, I have ones entirely made of EVA with a fur liner, VERY light, practically not felt on the foot, the sole is not very grippy, well, it still scratches slightly, although I only wear it in the snow.
The ones that Nazia makes, I think above zero and a little below will be quite good, minus 15 I think they won’t do, although if you wrap your overcoat...

BobbyS 07/11/2011 - 09:59

I have been using Chevalier Rocca boots since the last century.
Regular socks are enough. I dry it on the stove or by the fire. They don't get wet.

Hunter 31 07/11/2011 - 18:12

I have been using Chevalier Rocca boots since the last century.
I googled and couldn’t find such shoes in Russia.

BobbyS 07/11/2011 - 18:25

Hunter 31
I googled and couldn’t find such shoes in Russia.

I took it in Nizhny Novgorod. I saw it in Moscow too.

Rio 13.07.2011 - 22:53

Hunter 31 07/27/2011 - 19:17

What kind of bots are circled in the photo?

Hunter 31 07/27/2011 - 22:20

They’re good, I looked, but there’s no price on the website or I didn’t see it. But I think it would be better if I didn’t see it...

Khych 07/27/2011 - 23:41

Sent it to R.M.

Merker 28.07.2011 - 13:20

Boots made of polyurethane foam...


Hunter 31 07/28/2011 - 14:27

I am increasingly leaning towards these boots myself.

Skywatcher 07/31/2011 - 08:29

Boots made from the material "EVA" (ethylene vinyl acetate) in cold temperatures of -15..-20 degrees C begin to "tan" and make noise.

Keep in mind if you are taking it for walking hunting.

“EVA” is a good heat insulator, so my legs really “cook” in them at +10 degrees Celsius with active movement - just have time to change your socks to dry ones. As for me - shoes made of "EVA" for cool weather and light frost.

Although the price, of course, is more than attractive. I would definitely recommend EVA galoshes for bivouac (light, comfortable, comfortable) - just keep them away from fire.

TAURUS78 02.08.2011 - 14:16

Merker
Boots made of polyurethane foam...
up to -20 - excellent, with a thermal sock and liner naturally.
We sell Polish ones and Rostov ones in sports stores and stores like metrics, obi. They cost 600-700 rubles. You just need to choose those with thicker soles.
Light (very, I don’t know any alternative), warm, doesn’t get wet, and yes, it also floats (those who like to sink boats in forest lakes will appreciate it).
Disadvantages - can be pierced by knots, they become deformed from fire. If you run through the swamps of the Leningrad region, there is little wear and tear, I’ve been walking for three years now. The stones may wear off quickly...
There are probably better shoes, but in terms of price/quality ratio, it’s unlikely.

yes, I also subscribe to these boots - the manufacturer may be different, but the essence is the same - the material and thickness of the sole + put in a felt insole + 2 cotton socks at - 26, 3-5 hours on the number after 1.5 km along snowy paths - I don’t care about the smoke, but there are plenty of companies selling it right now and the price is up to 1000 rubles... mine is 2 years old, only the outer edges of the heels were noticeably worn away.

Sasha 1980 08/24/2011 - 20:49

I tried a lot of things, settled on Soviet kirzach boots one size larger with a woolen sock and a cloth footcloth at -15, the only colder thing is self-made felt boots for the same set, with a new mochish to fit on your leg, over stockings ozk.cheap and cheerful.

fenimore 06.10.2011 - 22:24

over stockings ok.cheap and cheerful.

I just want to say... - He's a nerd in underpants, but not a hunter in a fur coat...

Rafa16rus 07.10.2011 - 11:40

I'm increasingly leaning towards these BAFFIN HUNTER boots. Who has used these, what are the reviews?

There are similar ones, Baffin Trappers. Rubber boot on the outside, multi-layer liner on the inside. I wear them fishing in the winter. Up to -25 normal in static conditions, if lower, then the socks freeze slightly. They are comfortable on the go down to -30 (I haven’t worn them below). They have a clever system for removing moisture, it condenses on the inside of the boot, but your feet are ALWAYS dry in them, no matter what sock you wear))). My father has a Baffin Titan, so they are too warm, and when moving at -20, his legs “burn” slightly. On the Baffin website you need to look at what temperatures are calculated.

Yerv 07.10.2011 - 20:26

Interesting selection of temperatures - from +10 to -15... Where does this happen? In the sense that for some reason I thought that in warm weather (from +15 to -5) rubber/PVC boots were needed, and in cold weather (from -5 to -30) - shoe covers. This is with a fairly moist substrate underfoot and experience since 1994. Understand correctly, maybe I’m wrong, of course, and I can’t afford super-duper-nanotechnological shoes with Swarovski crystals, but... why not from +60 to - 60? Went out in the summer in central Asia, went to Taimyr in the winter? And also (I’m kind of boring today) some kind of hunting? Stand/sit? Or run/carry meat? IMHO, the main thing is to keep your feet dry. If you wear your feet, at least take off your shoes (it was). Sincerely, Igor.

Yerv 07.10.2011 - 23:07

I have one acquaintance. He runs around half the winter in rubber black soft boots. Two sizes larger, with an insole, with a foot wrap. But he is a healthy elk - he can run for fifteen hours through the gullies and run home after wild boars and martens and run home. I personally can’t do that. I don’t have enough health. .That’s why my shoes and clothes are warmer. So also look at YOUR health and how YOU PERSONALLY usually hunt. Maybe you just walk purely along the fields and the terrain is flat... Or maybe, like my friend, you run through ravines.

Ivan_K 10.10.2011 - 12:51

Sasha 1980
over stockings ok.cheap and cheerful.
fenimore
It’s better to shoot yourself than to mock yourself in such shoes while hunting...

That's right! OZK will give you a ride when you don’t have to go far!
On a business trip in the 90s, we tried this option through mud (OZK over ankle boots). You can sit in a trench, you can walk slowly (and not for long), but if you run around, it’s figs!!!

alexcom1566 10/17/2011 - 12:42

And I went to P oridginal for two years (Swedish boots made of polyurethane, with a sheep inside). In the forest at +5 I wore a simple sock, and at -15-20 I wore a thick thermal sock. If you had to stand at the number for a long time, and then also wait for the dogs, then after 2 hours your feet began to freeze, you just started walking and everything warmed up again. But the comfort when walking, the weight, the last of the boots are just super. The average price is 4,000 rubles, but someone on the forum offered it cheaper, I can’t find it. But this year I gave them to my father, since I have 43, and I bought them in size 43 and when walking I was filling my big toe. This year I bought a poppy bot, I will try it, but they fit somehow worse on my leg. My friends also wear Toptygin, they are also happy and they are cheaper. But kirzachi and elastic bands were applied in cold weather, technology does not stand still. You get used to good things quickly. I am also embarrassed by wet boots, but in my opinion there will always be snow where the laces are, and decent boots cost much more than polyurethane. Something like that

klin611 10/24/2011 - 08:55

why did they ignore the high boots? there is nothing more convenient for winter.

fenimore 10/24/2011 - 09:39

why did they ignore the high boots?
High boots for running hunting???
Have you tried it yourself???

klin611 10/24/2011 - 12:10

fenimore
High boots for running hunting???
Have you tried it yourself???
High boots means walking around the winter hut with a glass...
I don’t know about you, we have winter suspension on skis. Quite so. Or is someone somewhere walking in knee-deep snow in tires in winter?

Claude 10.26.2011 - 20:13

Check out the review about them. The shoes are specific and unique, and if you’re not used to them they can be a little “amazing”. Even some people are simply scared. At first, acquaintances would be in some shock, until it came to use - the situation changed to the opposite.

kar,e 01/28/2012 - 17:01

I'll tell you my experience. For 10 days in a row I walked at least 20 km a day in temperatures of -5 -15. I went alternately in simple rubber ones for 250 rubles and in these http://www.badger.ru/shop/catalog/wear/muckboots/wetland/.

Feel: Macbuts are very comfortable for elastic. My legs didn't get tired. Wear thermal socks + thick woolen ones on top. Our feet did not freeze and were dry.

Simple boots were worn with Makbut insoles (Good insoles do not absorb moisture) thermal sock + wool + cotton. They are softer than Macbuts, the first 10 km are easier to walk, but when I returned home, my whole foot hurt. The feet did not freeze in them; the outer cotton sock, the tip of which was covered in ice, was once replaced with a dry one.

When walking in both boots, the outer socks (woolen and cotton) were always wet, the thermal sock was dry - the foot did not freeze.

Conclusion: Macbuts are a class for running gear, provided you can dry them overnight (they take a long time to dry - stuffing them with toilet paper helped), and are protected from punctures. Simple rubber boots are also not bad, having a replaceable set of socks will prevent you from freezing. But they do not protect against punctures, but the price...

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Through the puddles with pleasure

Rubber boots are different from regular ones, so you need to choose them a little differently.

Firstly, these shoes never “sit on your foot” and do not wear out - the wrong material. Rubber, like other polymers, alas, will never take on a comfortable shape for your foot and will not remember your gait. It has a completely different purpose - rubber boots will protect you better than any other from dampness in rainy weather, they are indispensable for hunting, fishing, and mushroom picking.

Secondly, there is a specificity in the manufacture of rubber boots: the upper material is not sewn together with threads, but welded or glued at the seams. This is understandable, but if the seams are of poor quality, then you are guaranteed wet feet.

So let's see what well-known and reliable brands offer us. Everything they have must be of the highest standard.

Hunter Original Tall Men's
best men's rubber boots


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Approximate price for Hunter H MFT9000RMA BLK from the Hunter Original Tall collection: 6000 rubles

The best rubber boots for fishing, hunting and forests are Hunter boots. The model in the photo has a boot height of 370 mm, i.e. above mid-calf. This length is considered the most comfortable for rubber boots for any occasion. If there is no need to go deep into the water, then there is no need to choose a high boot; it is uncomfortable for long hikes. The size just above the middle of the calf creates the greatest comfort when walking, while at the same time reliably protecting the foot from moisture and insects. For ease of tucking trousers into boots, the bootleg expands upward.

Additional comfort is provided by the orthopedic lasts used to make these boots, and multi-layer soft insoles made from natural materials. The lining is made of nylon - a material that is easy to clean and quick-drying. The heel is low - 3 cm, the foot shape is classic, the sole is stable.

The only thing we can criticize the manufacturer of these boots with is their decent weight. They are made of rubber, with virtually no other polymers used, which makes it almost impossible to reduce the weight of the product without compromising quality.

Reviews: “Good rubber boots, the heel-toe ergonomics are thought out, they don’t dangle on the foot when walking, I don’t feel any extra weight.”

CROCS RainFloe
best women's rubber boots


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Approximate price: 4000 rubles

Lightweight and beautiful rubber boots made of very durable polymer - Croslite. The model in the photo is presented in 7 colors: black, yellow, fuchsia, blue, brown, light green, sea wave. It's a pleasure to look at them.

Due to the quality of the polymer, boots are molded in a seamless manner, which significantly increases the service life and reliability of the shoes. An increased toe length, sufficient foot width, high instep - all this makes the fit of the rubber boot as comfortable as possible - the foot is always in its place, and the boot does not dangle when walking. The length of the boot is approximately mid-calf. The sole has a complex tread to prevent the shoes from slipping.

For everyday wear, they are perhaps bulky and are more suitable for forests and gardens. And, of course, for hunting or fishing - the best rubber boots (only the color, perhaps, should be black or brown).

Reviews: "Rubber boots Croslite fit best - can be worn with or without a sock, equally comfortable. They came close to the bone - they didn’t cause any inconvenience at all.”

Baffin Titan 100C Black - the best insulated rubber boots


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Approximate price: 6000 rubles.

Rubber boots - « extreme sportsmen » Baffin Titan is a recognized leader among shoes for tourism, hunting and fishing in difficult and winter weather conditions. According to the manufacturer, they retain heat even at super low temperatures. These rubber boots are completely waterproof and sealed. They are made from several polymers - polyurethane, rubber and thermoplastic form. These shoes are specially designed for use in difficult conditions. The boots are very durable, i.e. they are not afraid of ordinary threats - twigs, ice, stones - in a word, everything that can easily tear apart ordinary rubber. The insulation system of rubber boots is based on the ability of the material to retain its own body heat, for which a removable insulating liner is provided, consisting of eight layers (including moisture-absorbing), as well as Thermatuf insoles. Premium Polar Rubber soles won't let you easily lose your balance on ice.

Rubber boots are only for sub-zero temperatures - in warmer weather they will be hot.

Reviews: “I bought Baffin Titan Canadian rubber boots for winter fishing based on reviews from experienced people - they are a super thing! At minus 40, my foot is dry and warm, I don’t feel anything at all, like at home in slippers.”

House Check Burberry
the most fashionable rubber boots


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Approximate price: 12,000 rubles.

House Check Burberry is the city's best rain boots in classic check, worthy of the haute couture runway.

Fashionable rubber boots - this phrase no longer sounds strange. Although such shoes are usually purely utilitarian - designed to protect feet from moisture - what lady doesn’t want her image to be completely flawless even in bad weather? Therefore, well-known fashion brands have stepped up to the production of this type of footwear, and now in our stores you can buy good rubber boots, literally “haute couture”.

What's so good about Burberry House Check rubber boots besides their “rich” appearance? They are comfortable, lightweight and durable, ideal for everyday city life. They can be worn with a skirt or jeans, with a jacket or trench coat - they will fit harmoniously into any wardrobe. And if the clothes are plain and dull, then the boots can even become the center of the image.

There are almost no negative reviews about Burberry rubber boots. The shoes hold the foot well, no seams or joints are visible, and there is no “rubber” smell at all.

Despite numerous image advantages and high quality, these “urban” shoes are more suitable for impressing friends with their beauty than for overcoming the violence of the elements. You won't go into the forest or hunt in rubber boots like these. And the price will not be affordable for everyone.

Reviews: “In the fall, I walk in them all day long - my feet don’t get cold or sweat. They don’t slip during the first frosts.”

KEDDO
best inexpensive rubber boots


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Approximate price: 1200 rubles.

KEDDO rubber boots are the most popular among customers. They can be called the best among inexpensive ones. The quality of these shoes is quite decent - if you need shoes only to go pick mushrooms on an autumn day or run to the bus in rainy weather, and you don’t particularly want to spend money and spend a long time choosing, then Keddo rubber boots are the best option.

Under this brand, the manufacturer produces rubber boots and boots for every taste and color: men's, women's and children's, long and short, laconic black and flirty with polka dots. The boots are made mainly of PVC. Yes, they do not have orthopedic soles and sophisticated shapes, but these are really inexpensive shoes that protect your feet from water.

Keddo satisfies all the requirements of a waterproof shoe. But it won't be as comfortable as, say, a Hunter, it's not as durable as a CROCS, it doesn't have the masculinity of a Baffin Titan or the aristocracy of a Burberry. These are just good rubber boots.

Reviews: “I took the most inexpensive rubber boots - Keddo: I thought it would be enough for a day, and then I wouldn’t mind throwing it away. However, I have been taking them outdoors for the 3rd year now, and nothing has been done to the boots. Lucky."

“I bought it through an online store, the size just fit. Warm. But the colors in the photo and in real life are very different. The boots turned out to be nondescript, without any shine and not bright like on the website.”

Which rubber boots are best to buy?

Choose the ones you like. But if little is known about the rubber boots you like, there are no reviews on them on the Internet, and your friends make surprised eyes when you tell them the name of the manufacturer, then there is a possibility of purchasing uncomfortable or low-quality shoes, which you will try not to take out again. closet so as not to get upset. Therefore, choose boots from well-known brands.

Yes, they are often more expensive than the Chinese underground ones, but don't forget what we said at the beginning of this article. If rubber boots don't suit you, they're done forever. The participants in our rating practically never have any mistakes - both literally and figuratively.

In any sport and active activity, properly selected equipment plays an important role in influencing the result. Hunting is no exception. Winter clothing and shoes for hunting must be warm, moisture-proof and well camouflage the hunter, making him invisible against the general background of the area.

Winter hunting: shoes

It is a very important part of hunting equipment. According to the requirements that are placed on it, hunting shoes are very similar to hiking shoes. It must be moisture resistant, reliable, high quality and, most importantly, comfortable to wear.

If earlier hunters put on what was available, now there is no problem finding and purchasing special high-quality hunting boots. Manufacturers offer a variety of models and sizes of such equipment.

Important Factors

If you are purchasing winter boots for hunting for the first time, pay attention to several important factors that will help you make the right purchase. Firstly, this is the type of terrain. Even a beginner understands that for hunting in the steppe one shoe is needed, but for climbing mountains or gorges - completely different ones. Secondly, the type of hunting plays an important role. Thirdly, the specifics of the fishery also influence the choice of boots. Hunting ducks or other birds near a body of water requires one shoe, while field hunting, say, a hare or wild boar, requires another.

Season

An important point is the weather conditions under which you plan to go fishing. If the weather changes, then the hunter must adapt to its changes by choosing the appropriate type of shoes. In the summer, hunting shoes are comfortable boots, light and comfortable sneakers or low boots.

Unstable weather in spring and late autumn dictates different conditions for choosing hunting equipment. Rubber boots, more often called swamp boots, would be appropriate here. This is the most convenient option and the most profitable shoes for hunting in autumn and winter, when slush, dampness and cold prevail.

How to choose swampers

Swamp boots are boots for hunting that require a separate discussion. As a rule, they are equipped with a warm insert - a stocking, which warms the legs and protects them from the piercing wind. Considering that in the cold season, additional woolen socks are put on and a felt insole is placed, it is recommended to buy swamp boots one or even two sizes larger. This way, the most comfortable conditions are created: your feet are warm and comfortable.

How to choose the right waders for hunting? In Soviet times, the choice was small, but the quality of the products was high. At that time, swampers ran around for a very long time and served the hunter, as they say, faithfully. Nowadays, as experienced experts say, the usual black “Soviet” swamp boots are no longer the high-quality and reliable shoes they used to be. Experts do not recommend purchasing cheap models of boots in the “Soviet version”. They will last a couple of years at most, and then they will begin to tear and burst at the bend.

Try to find the best value for money. Modern manufacturers offer several models that are successful in terms of quality. One of them is boots with a soft top. Such autumn and winter shoes for hunting will be the best option. These boots are very light and comfortable, they can be rolled up if necessary. And during long hunting runs across the fields, this is a fairly significant factor. The only disadvantage of such shoes is the special fastening straps for the tops, which you will have to carry with you, secured to your belt. This is not always convenient.

When choosing any hunting shoes in the store, be sure to try them on and check all the fittings, fastenings, locks, seams and soles for defects.

Felt boots, felt boots...

If a trip to the forest is planned for winter, then completely different shoes for hunting would be appropriate. The best choice is felt boots. There is no need to skimp on the quality of products. They must be soft, comfortable and of high quality. Experienced hunters recommend buying felt boots two sizes larger and be sure to break them in at home for several days before going out. Felt boots tend to compress your feet if they are new. Spend a couple of days breaking in your shoes at home, and then they won't cause discomfort on the street.

Winter can sometimes be not only frosty and snowy, but also slushy and rainy. In this case, it is recommended to wear additional galoshes or insert a rubber insole over the felt boots. Thus, if you get onto the unfrozen part of the reservoir and scoop up water with your foot, you will not get wet. Very often, hunters use special shoe covers in such weather. They quickly and easily put on boots and protect your hunting shoes from getting wet. In addition, shoe covers provide good insulation for the foot.

Choice of clothes

Almost all hunting clothing is selected using the “cabbage” method, that is, it consists of three or more layers. The bottom one, which is adjacent to the body, must retain heat well and be soft and comfortable to wear. It is better if this layer is made of a special thermal fabric that retains heat and absorbs sweat well. Choosing thermal underwear is a very responsible process. Properly selected clothing will protect against hypothermia.

The next layer of “cabbage” is a thing that is put on over thermal underwear. It is responsible for ventilation and the correct balance of heat. According to professionals, fleece products are best, as are natural wool products.

The third, outer layer of clothing for hunting is a jacket or a special hunting suit. This type of ammunition is responsible for protection from the wind, repelling moisture and creating competent camouflage. The color will depend on the type of hunting, weather conditions and terrain.

Experts and experienced hunters recommend buying products made of membrane fabric, which simultaneously pushes out the moisture accumulated inside and does not allow external moisture to pass through. The tex mark on the label indicates that this particular material was used during sewing. The outer layer of the “cabbage” is the jacket. It must be one size larger. This will give the hunter the opportunity to wear another set of underwear if necessary.

 

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