Best winter shoes on Reddit

146 reviews from r/Purdue, r/techwearclothing, r/Sneakers and 26 more subreddits

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#1

Timberland

4.1
(13)
"Timberland is the best!!"
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"Timbs b what else?"
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"Timberland Women’s Motion Access Mid Lace Up Waterproof Hiking Boot."
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"Besides the obvious, (timberlands or other winter shoes with chunky textured soles), I am convinced that small heels help."
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"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."
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"Timberlands also work well."
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"I'd check Sorel, Blondo or Timberland."
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"All about the chocolate Tims. They're a classic silhouette."
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"Timberlands."
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"I think Timberlands can... Not sure, never really had to deal with winters that can kill you."
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#2

Nike

3.8
(14)
"The Pegasus 3 or 4 have worked well for us."
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"I was looking at the nike pegasus gtx"
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"Aside from general 'techwear aethetics' and design ethos... they are all WR so far I believe."
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"Aside from general 'techwear aethetics' and design ethos... they are all WR so far I believe."
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"Nike's new ISPA line is the most slept-on shoe series on this reddit. They've held up fine in PNW rain and very light snow slush!"
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"AF1 high GTX winter and Nike Zoom Pegasus Turbo Shield."
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"Air force 1 goretex rn, i have some puma evoknit ignite fold hi’s."
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"A pretty dope winter show is the SF AF1"
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"There's a winterized, mid top version of the nike internationalist."
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"Utility Air prestos or Nike SFB 6" boots look pretty good!"
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#3

Blundstone

4.4
(11)
"Blundstones!"
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"Blundstones all winter long"
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"Blundstones are great they sell them at gearhead and you get a 10% student discount."
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"They're fantastic for our climate."
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"Blundstone with good insoles."
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"I have thermal blundstones that I wear year round."
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"Blundstones. Comfortable, lowkey, can handle the weather."
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"Winter (blue tab) Blundstones are great."
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"My blundstones have served me really well for years."
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"Blundstones or ll bean bean boots/similar style boots are all great options."
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#4

Sorel

4.4
(9)
"Sorel waterproof boots, and i say this as someone who wants to keep your feet dry in the snow and rain :)"
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"I like Sorel. This will be my 3rd winter with my current pair."
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"I swear by Sorels."
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"I have a pair of sorel boots that I bought 6 years ago."
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"Most of my colleagues (female) wore Sorels on the floor in the winter"
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"Sorrells are also popular and warm."
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"I suggest looking at Sorel, Merrell, or LL Bean."
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"Guess to might already be familiar with the Sorel brand."
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"I'd check Sorel, Blondo or Timberland."
#5

Salomon

4.2
(5)
"Salomon"
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"Salomon."
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"Very durable and studs have a good grip."
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"Salomon."
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"Salomon Alphacross GTX"
#6

Keen

4.3
(4)
"Keen to me is one of the best functional boot brands."
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"Keen."
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"Keen is a brand worth looking at."
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"Keen has some insulated boots."
#7

LL Bean

4.3
(4)
"I have some LL Bean shoes that have the Vibram Artic Grip soles on them that are super great on ice."
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"Take a look at the L.L. Bean "snow sneakers"."
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"If you want something cute definitely take a look at ll bean."
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"I suggest looking at Sorel, Merrell, or LL Bean."
#8

Decathlon

3.8
(4)
"Highly recommend Decathlon."
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"Look into Decathlon for some 'winter city shoes' with goretex that can breathe."
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"I would recommend store called Decathlon."
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"I was suggested decathlon."
#9

L.L. Bean

4.7
(3)
"Bean boots are key"
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"I've got a pair of the standard 8" and I'm going to feel dry and warm this winter."
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"Bean Boots are also nice"
#10

Uggs

3.3
(4)
"I have a pair of Uggs that are my winter go to. Extremely comfortable, light, and stylish."
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"Uggs are nice and super warm for winter."
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"I have a nice pair of uggs but i only wear those on non-wet days."
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"Uggs. no /s here"
#11

Columbia

4.0
(3)
"Just get something from one of the outdoor brands like north face or columbia."
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"Columbia makes some decent looking ones at a good price too"
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"With that budget, i'd go for something like Columbia shoes."
#12

Hoka

4.0
(3)
"Hoka Tor Hi, Salomon S/Lab X-Alp Carbon, Salomon Speedcross 4 GTX."
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"Hoka Tor Ultra or Hoka Sky Kaha."
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"Hoka sky kaha boot"
#13

Adidas

5.0
(2)
"They have been my favorite shoe since I got them."
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"UltraBoost ATRs are dope"
#14

Palladium

4.5
(2)
"Highly recommend for Canadian winters"
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"You can try Palladiums, military style boots."
#15

Jordan

4.5
(2)
"I had a pair of Jordan 1's that were winterized and were extremely comfortable."
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"Winterized Jordan Spizikes."
#16

Chelsea Boots

4.0
(2)
"I wear black flat ankle booties most days. Google 'Chelsea boots.'"
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"I think Chelseas are minimal and sleek."
#17

Danner

4.0
(2)
"Danner makes some pretty good boots."
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"I’d suggest getting some danner boots/shoes."
#18

Hush Puppies

4.0
(2)
"I found a wonderful shoe by hushpuppies. Waterproof, insulated and stylish."
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"I had a pair of Hush Puppies that lasted me for 4 years until they started taking in water."
#19

Merrell

4.0
(2)
"I like Merrells. They have a lot of styles that are waterproof, insulated with grippy soles."
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"I suggest looking at Sorel, Merrell, or LL Bean."
#20

Dr. Martens

4.0
(2)
"I wear them in winter, mostly ankle boots."
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"I personally like doc martens"
#21

Caterpillar

4.0
(2)
"Wojas and Caterpillar are my favourites for winter"
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"My brother has got Caterpillar. Solid shoes."
#22

North Face

4.0
(2)
"Just get something from one of the outdoor brands like north face or columbia."
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"I personally have a pair of hefty north face snow boots that aren't super cute lol but they are fantastic snow boots."
#23

Doc Marten

4.0
(2)
"Docs have winter boots or converse, they have waterproof shoes."
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"I’ve been using Doc Marten 1461 vegan boots for the last 5 years."
#24

Vans

4.0
(2)
"Vans MTE."
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"Vans Sk8 hi MTE."
#25

Goretex

4.0
(2)
"Goretex nmds/adidas free hikers/lf1 duckboots depending on weather"
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"I recommend something with 'Goretex' which keeps your feet dry."
#26

LL Bean Hiking Boots

5.0
(1)
"Ll bean hiking boots are my go to!"
#27

Keen Waterproof

5.0
(1)
"Waterproof Keens are my winter go-to."
#28

Isabel Marant

5.0
(1)
"I would recommend Isabel Marant shoes, they are very warm."
#29

MEC

5.0
(1)
"MEC has some great stuff!"
#30

Rubber Boots

5.0
(1)
"A good pair of rubber boots is probably more useful than winter shoes."
#31

Winter Shoes

5.0
(1)
"They’re very lightweight and surprisingly warm."
#32

Icebugs

5.0
(1)
"If you are outdoors a lot and it’s icy a pair of Icebugs is probably the most hardcore option."
#33

La Sportiva

4.0
(1)
"I wear La Sportiva around town in the snow."
#34

Merrell Gore-Tex

4.0
(1)
"Merrell with Gor-Tex are nice."
#35

Sorel Snow Sneakers

4.0
(1)
"Sorel snow sneakers."
#36

Yak-Trax

4.0
(1)
"If you're concerned about ice, try Yak-Trax."
#37

New Balance

4.0
(1)
"New Balance makes a few shoes up to 6E widths, those are my regular wear shoes."
#38

Tieks

4.0
(1)
"I swap from my snow or rain boots into my Tieks when I get to work."
#39

Giani Bernini

4.0
(1)
"Oh girl, I live in Vermont and could write a novel about winter boots."
#40

Scheels

4.0
(1)
"I’d honestly go to scheels and check what they have."
#41

Manitoba Mukluks

4.0
(1)
"I like Manitoba Mukluks, but I don’t know how much support they have."
#42

Vans MTE

4.0
(1)
"I personally have Vans MTE."
#43

M-77 Army Boots

4.0
(1)
"M-77 army boots, thick wool socks."
#44

Gore-Tex

4.0
(1)
"I like goretex for winter."
#45

Kodiak Boots

4.0
(1)
"I got a pair of these several years ago and they hold up very well."
#46

Nike Footscape Utility

4.0
(1)
"Nike Footscape Utility."
#47

Nike SFB

4.0
(1)
"Combat boots, specifically nike sfb in black leather/plastic."
#48

HH Brown Lace Up Eddard Boots

4.0
(1)
"Black boots for $86 shipped, made in USA as well."
#49

Jordan 8s

4.0
(1)
"My go to for winter are usually foamposites and Jordan 8s."
#50

Bogs

4.0
(1)
"I’ll add Bogs to the other brands already recommended."
#51

Meindl

4.0
(1)
"Meindl."
#52

Jack Wolfskin

4.0
(1)
"Jack Wolfskin."
#53

Cabelas

4.0
(1)
"Cabelas snow boots is what I got."
#54

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."
#55

Hiking Boots

4.0
(1)
"If it's snowy I have snow boots with treads."
#56

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."
#57

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."
#58

Converse

4.0
(1)
"Gore Tex converse."
#59

Johnston & Murphy

4.0
(1)
"For work I have some waterproofed Johnston & Murphy oxfords."
#60

Børn

4.0
(1)
"I bought some Børn oxfords about 2 years ago, and with everyday wear on fall and winter they're still holding on pretty well."
#61

Land's End

4.0
(1)
"Everyone I've spoken to who uses their stuff speaks very highly of it."
#62

Vivobarefoot

4.0
(1)
"I loved those boots!"
#63

Birkenstock

4.0
(1)
"Birkenstock makes some basic flat boots that are pretty cute and super comfortable."
#64

Lasocki

4.0
(1)
"In CCC I go for Lasocki - the shoes are comfortable and affordable."
#65

Vionic

4.0
(1)
"Check out vionic shoes. I haven't tried them yet because they're just out of my price range at the moment but I'm dying for a pair."
#66

Clarks

4.0
(1)
"Clarks has some really good options."
#67

Ecco

4.0
(1)
"Eccos on sale. They have lots of water-resistant shoes."
#68

Bär Shoes Treviso

3.0
(1)
"Check out Bär Shoes from Germany. The 'Treviso' is their most sturdy modell."

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