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 Using Hiking Boots in the Snow – How and When








Hiking Boots are great for a variety of purposes and one of those is the winter months. If you're looking to hike in the snow, you need to do a few things differently than when hiking during any other season. Here's how and when to use your hiking boots this winter!



First, waterproof your boots with a product like Nikwax. Waterproofing will help protect your shoes from melting snow or ice seeping in at the seams. Second, put on some wool socks underneath your nylons or tights before putting on your shoes. Third, make sure that you wear waterproof socks as well as waterproof gaiters overtop them (if not then it's possible that your feet will freeze!).

If you've been hiking in the winter for a while, you probably know that your boots will get wet. This is because your boots are constantly being sprayed with water, snow, and ice. Unless your bag contains plastic-coated waterproof bags, you'll be carrying your gear in a clear plastic bag that gets soaked when it rains. So what do you do?

Keep the bottom of the bag close to dry by rolling it closed and letting some air in it to allow for drying anytime during the day or night. Unroll as much as possible during this time [and especially while hiking]. If you're hiking up the side of a mountain, unroll it as much as possible to allow for air flow and drying.

If you want to wear your boots every day or multiple times a day, just because they're comfortable, then your feet will be uncomfortable after a while. So if you love hiking, but hate the feeling of wet feet and an unpleasant odor that comes from compressed socks and shoes, this next tip is for you!

Bring along some foot powder spray inside your bag. After hiking all day, carefully blow out any excess water that has accumulated in your shoes and then spray the powder inside. The powder will absorb the moisture and keep your socks from getting damp!

The final tip for this season is to make sure you're not wearing cotton when you're hiking. Not only does it offer little warmth, but it takes longer to dry since cotton retains water longer. Instead, opt for synthetics or wool (both are much warmer). Also, bring along some hand or foot warmers that can easily be placed in your backpack.

4 key components of hiking boots

Durability:

Let's face it, hiking is all about stomping around in the dirt. But unlike a bike, which only has to hold up against the force of your peddling and gravity, a boot has to stand up to impacts from rocks and roots, mudslides, or other hikers. If you're not careful in your selection, the boot can be ruined with an insignificant bump. That's why finding something that will last for years is critical.

Waterproof:

It doesn't take long on the trail before there are puddles of water splashing underfoot but still soaks through pant legs to drip on your boots inside, making them heavy and soggy before your next break. It's out to get you, and though Gore-Tex is an excellent material for waterproofing, it can be expensive. But there are ways to get around the high prices and still experience the convenience of an all-weather boot. You can go with a breathable boot to start, which allows water vapor from your sweaty feet to escape while still keeping it out from the elements.



Insulation:

Just because it's below freezing doesn't mean you should be subjected to a cold, uncomfortable boot. There are also boots that have removable insoles for extra warmth (not recommended for warm-weather adventures).

Proper Fit:

Assize 13 men's feet go, mine aren't particularly well-spaced or proportioned. Mine is a little more bum-shaped, too. On boots that fit my feet loosely but snugly -- not overly tight and really snug -- I can keep my feet from sliding around inside the boot










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