Best winter shoes on Reddit
154 reviews from r/minnesota, r/Purdue, r/SiouxFalls and 32 more subreddits
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#1
Timberland
4.2
(12)
"Timberland is the best!!"
"Timbs b what else?"
"Timberland Women’s Motion Access Mid Lace Up Waterproof Hiking Boot."
"Besides the obvious, (timberlands or other winter shoes with chunky textured soles), I am convinced that small heels help."
"I just use my grandfathers old timberlands. I dont even think theyre waterproof but i used them in snow without problem and they were warm."
"Timberlands also work well."
"I'd check Sorel, Blondo or Timberland."
"All about the chocolate Tims. They're a classic silhouette."
"Timberlands."
"I think Timberlands can... Not sure, never really had to deal with winters that can kill you."
#2
Blundstone
4.4
(11)
"Blundstones!"
"Blundstones all winter long"
"Blundstones are great they sell them at gearhead and you get a 10% student discount."
"They're fantastic for our climate."
"Blundstone with good insoles."
"I have thermal blundstones that I wear year round."
"Blundstones. Comfortable, lowkey, can handle the weather."
"Winter (blue tab) Blundstones are great."
"My blundstones have served me really well for years."
"Blundstones or ll bean bean boots/similar style boots are all great options."
#3
Sorel
4.4
(8)
"I like Sorel. This will be my 3rd winter with my current pair."
"I swear by Sorels."
"I have a pair of sorel boots that I bought 6 years ago."
"Most of my colleagues (female) wore Sorels on the floor in the winter"
"Sorrells are also popular and warm."
"I suggest looking at Sorel, Merrell, or LL Bean."
"Guess to might already be familiar with the Sorel brand."
"I'd check Sorel, Blondo or Timberland."
#4
Keen
4.4
(5)
"Outdoor: Keen Targhee with Form Blue insoles."
"Keen to me is one of the best functional boot brands."
"Keen."
"Keen is a brand worth looking at."
"Keen has some insulated boots."
#5
Columbia
4.0
(5)
"I prefer my Columbia boots but I don't know if the male equivalent is any good."
"Just get something from one of the outdoor brands like north face or columbia."
"Columbia makes some decent looking ones at a good price too"
"With that budget, i'd go for something like Columbia shoes."
"I thought Chicago winters would be so much worse."
#6
Nike
4.0
(5)
"The Pegasus 3 or 4 have worked well for us."
"AF1 high GTX winter and Nike Zoom Pegasus Turbo Shield."
"There's a winterized, mid top version of the nike internationalist."
"Maybe Presto utility low or mid?"
"Air Force 1 Special Field."
#7
Salomon
4.3
(4)
"Salomon"
"Salomon."
"Very durable and studs have a good grip."
"Salomon."
#8
Vans
4.0
(4)
"I have these vans"
"Vans MTE should be under $100 on closeout/sale"
"Some brands like Vans and Converse make shoes that are like in the middle of a shoe and a boot, and they look like the classic styles."
"Vans MTE."
#9
Decathlon
3.8
(4)
"Highly recommend Decathlon."
"Look into Decathlon for some 'winter city shoes' with goretex that can breathe."
"I would recommend store called Decathlon."
"I was suggested decathlon."
#10
Uggs
2.8
(5)
"I have a pair of Uggs that are my winter go to. Extremely comfortable, light, and stylish."
"Uggs are nice and super warm for winter."
"I have a nice pair of uggs but i only wear those on non-wet days."
"Uggs. no /s here"
"Please don't get uggs."
#11
L.L. Bean
4.7
(3)
"Bean boots are key"
"I've got a pair of the standard 8" and I'm going to feel dry and warm this winter."
"Bean Boots are also nice"
#12
LL Bean
4.3
(3)
"I have some LL Bean shoes that have the Vibram Artic Grip soles on them that are super great on ice."
"If you want something cute definitely take a look at ll bean."
"I suggest looking at Sorel, Merrell, or LL Bean."
#13
YakTrax
4.0
(3)
"If it's just to get to and from the car, look into YakTrax."
"Get a $25 pair of Yaktrax. Slap them on before going outside, take them off once you get in."
"Alternately something like Yaktrax, if you need traction but don't care about getting salt & slush on your shoes."
#14
Hiking Boots
4.0
(3)
"Good support to get through your shift."
"I would get any basic good pair of hiking boots"
"If it's snowy I have snow boots with treads."
#15
Red Wing
5.0
(2)
"They're so damn comfortable."
"They are durable and have solid anti slip options."
#16
LLBean
5.0
(2)
"Soft rubber soles, super warm and waterproof."
"They seem to help me stand upright more with less fatigue."
#17
Adidas
4.5
(2)
"They have been my favorite shoe since I got them."
"I recommend Adidas Terrex"
#18
Palladium
4.5
(2)
"Highly recommend for Canadian winters"
"You can try Palladiums, military style boots."
#19
Bogs
4.5
(2)
"Rubber boots, like bogs. It's usually slushy everywhere."
"I’ll add Bogs to the other brands already recommended."
#20
Lake
4.5
(2)
"They got me through rides as cold as -20ºF."
"Have been using my road one for years."
#21
Danner
4.0
(2)
"Danner makes some pretty good boots."
"I’d suggest getting some danner boots/shoes."
#22
Merrell
4.0
(2)
"I like Merrells. They have a lot of styles that are waterproof, insulated with grippy soles."
"I suggest looking at Sorel, Merrell, or LL Bean."
#23
REI
4.0
(2)
"Check out REI.com. They have great selections and sizes."
"REI."
#24
Caterpillar
4.0
(2)
"Wojas and Caterpillar are my favourites for winter"
"My brother has got Caterpillar. Solid shoes."
#25
Hush Puppies
4.0
(2)
"I found a wonderful shoe by hushpuppies. Waterproof, insulated and stylish."
"I had a pair of Hush Puppies that lasted me for 4 years until they started taking in water."
#26
Dr. Martens
4.0
(2)
"I wear them in winter, mostly ankle boots."
"I personally like doc martens"
#27
Chelsea Boots
4.0
(2)
"I wear black flat ankle booties most days. Google 'Chelsea boots.'"
"I think Chelseas are minimal and sleek."
#28
North Face
4.0
(2)
"Just get something from one of the outdoor brands like north face or columbia."
"I personally have a pair of hefty north face snow boots that aren't super cute lol but they are fantastic snow boots."
#29
Doc Marten
4.0
(2)
"Docs have winter boots or converse, they have waterproof shoes."
"I’ve been using Doc Marten 1461 vegan boots for the last 5 years."
#30
The North Face
5.0
(1)
"NorthFace Chillkat 400"
#31
Naturalizer
5.0
(1)
"I wear black ankle books almost every day very similar to this."
#32
Isabel Marant
5.0
(1)
"I would recommend Isabel Marant shoes, they are very warm."
#33
MEC
5.0
(1)
"MEC has some great stuff!"
#34
Keen Waterproof
5.0
(1)
"Waterproof Keens are my winter go-to."
#35
LL Bean Hiking Boots
5.0
(1)
"Ll bean hiking boots are my go to!"
#36
Danner Bull Run Chelsea Work Boots
5.0
(1)
"They are a great shoe. Danner has many other styles."
#37
Neo Overshoes
5.0
(1)
"If you’re going to be in and out all day I cannot recomend Neo Overshoes enough."
#38
Rubber Boots
5.0
(1)
"A good pair of rubber boots is probably more useful than winter shoes."
#39
Winter Shoes
5.0
(1)
"They’re very lightweight and surprisingly warm."
#40
Doc Martens
5.0
(1)
"They are my go to winter shoe. Cute for indoors and perfect for outside walking."
#41
Icebugs
5.0
(1)
"If you are outdoors a lot and it’s icy a pair of Icebugs is probably the most hardcore option."
#42
Allbirds
4.0
(1)
#43
Footlocker
4.0
(1)
"My suggestion would be to someplace like Footlocker or Sport Check."
#44
45nrth
4.0
(1)
"The only cycling boot rated that low."
#45
Giani Bernini
4.0
(1)
"Oh girl, I live in Vermont and could write a novel about winter boots."
#46
Dansko
4.0
(1)
"Dansko shoes are great if you’re spending long hours on your feet."
#47
Frye
4.0
(1)
"I think these styles can look cute!"
#48
Sorel Snow Sneakers
4.0
(1)
"Sorel snow sneakers."
#49
Merrell Gore-Tex
4.0
(1)
"Merrell with Gor-Tex are nice."
#50
Yak-Trax
4.0
(1)
"If you're concerned about ice, try Yak-Trax."
#51
New Balance
4.0
(1)
"New Balance makes a few shoes up to 6E widths, those are my regular wear shoes."
#52
Tieks
4.0
(1)
"I swap from my snow or rain boots into my Tieks when I get to work."
#53
La Sportiva
4.0
(1)
"I wear La Sportiva around town in the snow."
#54
Scheels
4.0
(1)
"I’d honestly go to scheels and check what they have."
#55
Manitoba Mukluks
4.0
(1)
"I like Manitoba Mukluks, but I don’t know how much support they have."
#56
Vans MTE
4.0
(1)
"I personally have Vans MTE."
#57
M-77 Army Boots
4.0
(1)
"M-77 army boots, thick wool socks."
#58
Gore-Tex
4.0
(1)
"I like goretex for winter."
#59
Kodiak Boots
4.0
(1)
"I got a pair of these several years ago and they hold up very well."
#60
Nike Footscape Utility
4.0
(1)
"Nike Footscape Utility."
#61
Nike SFB
4.0
(1)
"Combat boots, specifically nike sfb in black leather/plastic."
#62
HH Brown Lace Up Eddard Boots
4.0
(1)
"Black boots for $86 shipped, made in USA as well."
#63
Jordan 8s
4.0
(1)
"My go to for winter are usually foamposites and Jordan 8s."
#64
Mink Oil
4.0
(1)
"A fresh mink oil is more important than the leather hiking boots, or work boots."
#65
Work Boots
4.0
(1)
"I liked keeping a pair of cheep black work boots, the kind that are like super thick rain boots, for cleaning."
#66
Chloe
4.0
(1)
"I like to wear sock boots because they are snug on your calf without creating any extra bulk."
#67
Duluth Trading
4.0
(1)
"Duluth Trading has a great selection of this type of wear... or you can find a nice pair of Keens"
#68
Meindl
4.0
(1)
"Meindl."
#69
Jack Wolfskin
4.0
(1)
"Jack Wolfskin."
#70
Hoka
4.0
(1)
"Hoka Tor Hi, Salomon S/Lab X-Alp Carbon, Salomon Speedcross 4 GTX."
#71
Cabelas
4.0
(1)
"Cabelas snow boots is what I got."
#72
Black Leather Steel Toe Boots
4.0
(1)
"I have a pair of black leather steel toe boots that have lasted me 4 canadian winters and are still holding up."
#73
Nude Elastic Ankle Lug Sole Boots
4.0
(1)
"They’re durable and don’t look damaged after wearing them in a ton of snow."
#74
Vibram
4.0
(1)
"Look out for Vibram soled shoes. They don't get quite as hard in the cold so they maintain better adhesion."
#75
Hiking
4.0
(1)
"I usually swear to some solid hiking/mountain boots, if aesthetics is not that important."
#76
Jordan
4.0
(1)
"Winterized Jordan Spizikes."
#77
Hiking Shoes
3.0
(1)
"Probably not the warmest option but thick socks go a long way too."
#78
Bär Shoes Treviso
3.0
(1)
"Check out Bär Shoes from Germany. The 'Treviso' is their most sturdy modell."
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