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Need Advice On Boots

Jordan2 — Mon, 22 Oct 2018 18:29:09 GMT

I know there is a forum on shoes, but I thought posting here it would get more traffic. I am sick and tired of buying boots that are supposed to be waterproof and are not. I live in NYC and do the snow shoveling. Every time I come inside, my feet are wet and cold. It seems water seeps in between the sole and body of the boot. I dont care if they're not fashionable, when I'm in a snowstorm who cares. I was looking at Sperry duck boots, I want something that is lined for warmth. Can anyone recommend a boot that is truly waterproof not water resistant?

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cotton4me — Mon, 22 Oct 2018 18:48:28 GMT

I wear wellie rain boots in the winter because they're completely waterproof. However, they're not lined so not as warm but they work well. I found some lined wellies at LLBean.

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RainCityWoman — Mon, 22 Oct 2018 18:56:57 GMT

Nordstrom carries Hunter rain boots in three different heights. I don't know how comfortable they are, but the people I know who have them say they are great. They also carry the socks to wear with them. My concern would be whether they have arch support and are cushy to walk in. At their price, they SHOULD be good. The cheaper ones I know are not comfortable because I've tried them on.

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ALRATIBA — Mon, 22 Oct 2018 19:05:43 GMT

@Jordan2 wrote:
I know there is a forum on shoes, but I thought posting here it would get more traffic. I am sick and tired of buying boots that are supposed to be waterproof and are not. I live in NYC and do the snow shoveling. Every time I come inside, my feet are wet and cold. It seems water seeps in between the sole and body of the boot. I dont care if they're not fashionable, when I'm in a snowstorm who cares. I was looking at Sperry duck boots, I want something that is lined for warmth. Can anyone recommend a boot that is truly waterproof not water resistant?

@Jordan2

I live in Manhattan ... lots of slushy streets in the winter, and puddles all over the place whenever it rains.

I got my boots (both rain and snow) at LandsEnd. The snow boots (Item #502432AE6) are warm and waterproof. Rain boots (Item #491400AE3) are also waterproof.

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QueenDanceALot — Mon, 22 Oct 2018 19:07:17 GMT

I bought a pair of BeeZees waterproof knee high boots from HSN 2 winters ago. Those things are GREAT!!!

Not only are they waterPROOF but they are lightweight and warm. I don't know how they made them all those things at once.

Best.Snow.Shovelling.Boots.Of.Ever

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Imaoldhippie — Mon, 22 Oct 2018 19:16:45 GMT

You cant do any better than LL Bean for boots.

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roster — Mon, 22 Oct 2018 19:34:59 GMT

Nordstrom.com - women's rain boots. Lots to choose from.

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CelticCrafter — Mon, 22 Oct 2018 19:58:16 GMT

I wear Wellie type boots in the rain and snow with a pair of heavy socks.

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Lilysmom — Mon, 22 Oct 2018 21:52:08 GMT

The best winter boots I own are Mephistos. They are called All Rounders. They are snow and waterproof. Mine are knee high, side zip. I liked them so much a bought two pairs.

I live in Nova Scotia so I know all about winter. I would never wear rubber boots in the snow. The rubber freezes and they are worse than a dull pair of skates.

Good luck @Jordan2. Nothing worse than cold wet feet in winter. LM

Re: Need Advice On Boots

Jordan2 — Mon, 22 Oct 2018 22:12:56 GMT

Thanks to everyone. I'm going to check out Lands End and L.L. Bean.

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SilleeMee — Mon, 22 Oct 2018 22:28:24 GMT

REI dot com. They have deep discounts on their stuff. Most everything they sell is geared for the outdoors.

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NYCLatinaMe — Tue, 23 Oct 2018 02:01:56 GMT

I buy sporto waterproof boots from HSN. They have wide sizes and the prices are low. The boots are watertight as long as they don't have zippers. Water will go through a zipper. Fancier boots have an inset liner behind the zipper to maintain the boots waterproof. This is true of boots with laces as well. Make sure the boots are sold as waterproof. Water resistant boots let the water in, it only means that water won't damage the boot. But they let the water in. So you need waterproof boots. I have bought waterproof boots from QVC too, but QVC shoe sizes are nit very consistent. The boots should remain waterproof for several years, but after that, water may seep in. Good luck Jordan2!

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RollTide2008 — Tue, 23 Oct 2018 02:51:14 GMT

I’ve been wearing my LL Bean duck boots since college.

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mimomof4 — Tue, 23 Oct 2018 17:06:17 GMT

I have a pair of Bogs. They are guaranteed to -30 degrees and come in tons of cute colors and designs. Most moms on the soccer and lacrosse side lines have a pair so our feet stay warm and dry.

Those Sperry boots are great too.

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Jordan2 — Tue, 23 Oct 2018 21:25:38 GMT

@NYCLatinaMe, I have Sporto boots, I find they aren't waterproof like they're suppose to be. I think I'll have to go with the less fashionable duck type boots.

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Jordan2 — Tue, 23 Oct 2018 22:16:30 GMT

I just ordered a pair of The North Face Shellista ll Shorty boot in a grey/black color. They look cute, they have faux fur collar you can wear folded down or straight up. I bought them from Macys, I figure the return is easy as I live near one in case they don't fit.

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Oostende — Tue, 23 Oct 2018 22:33:35 GMT

The Sorel Joan of Arctic boot is very warm and very waterproof. I live by the Tetons and we take our winter fun seriously. They come in lots of colors. I believe I counted thirty color combinations on Amazon.