Top Winter Boots For 2011


We’ll make it easy for you. We’ve thumbed through countless websites and actual magazines to bring you the Top 10 list of boots to wear this Winter season. We’re not weather experts per se, but as Bob Dylan used to say, “You don’t need a weatherman to know which way the wind blows,” so you might want to pay attention. This Winter will be fierce. We know you want a boot that can get the job done, but we also know you want to look good. Some are pricey, some are cheap, but they all keep your feet stylin’.

Vans Chukka Bardenas LX’s

While still maintaining a sense of the Van’s surf culture, we introduce you to the Chukka Bardenas LX’s in both gray with turquoise laces and black with tan laces. They come in leather too. Buy them for the low price of $70 HERE.

Seavees 5 Eye Trail

This shoe, made of gutsy aniline leather nourished with oils, will take on its own durable look over time. It has a moccasin stitch and 360 degree welt stitch, which are hand-sewn with a heavy, waxed thread. Laces are oil stuffed rawhide leather. Flat eyelets are brushed silver. Superior comfort footbed is leather lined. It also features a sueded leather heel counter to secure fit and maximum slip resistance on the sole. Buy them HERE.

Quoddy® Grizzly Boots

Owned and operated by the Shorey family since 1909, Quoddy first became famous for its hand-sewn moccasins and is now also legendary for its time-honored craftsmanship and high level of artistry. Each pair of moccasins produced by the Perry, Maine, company is made to order and finished completely by hand—no glue, staples, plastic molding or other more advanced processes are involved. And you’ll own them for a lifetime since you can always send them back to Quoddy to take advantage of their special resoling service. Leather upper. Deerskin lining. Hand-sewn waterproof natural crepe rubber outsole. Buy them HERE.

Hunter Bormio

Combat dreary weather when you capture the luxury craftsmanship and cool look of these bold Hunter™ boots. It has a mid-calf style, vulcanized rubber upper with contrast accents, and a Hunter logo on the tongue and back tab. Buy them HERE.

Sperry Winter A/O Boot

This genuine handsewn Tru-Moc construction for durable comfort features a ridiculous shock Absorbing EVA Heel Cup with heel pillow and a non-marking rubber outsole with Razor Cut Wave-Siping™. Buy them HERE.

Timberland Hiker Boot

The classic leather construction a a Timberland boot are second to none. The boot includes a vibram outsole for durability and grip on the most slippery surfaces. Support, durability, and style in one sweet package. Buy them HERE.

Native Jimmy Boot

This Duckie boot is more than meets the eye. Native has eight colors for this boot which is animal free, anti-microbial, waterproof, washable, odor resistant, and shock absorbant! It is also dual density with micro-fleece. Buy them HERE.

Native Fitzsimmons Boot

Brought to you by the same folks as the Jimmy Boot is the Fitzsimmons. The 14 assorted colors for this shoe makes it more than just a hiking boot. It’s an urban hiking boot. It is also animal free, anti-microbial, waterproof, washable, odor resistant, and shock absorbant. Buy them HERE.

Wolverine ‘1000 Mile’ Boot

This boot isn’t called the ‘1000 Mile’ boot for nothing. It’s built to last. The work-boot style is durably crafted of rugged Horween® leather with a stacked heel and classic welt construction.
Lace-up style footwear is made in the USA. Read Guyism.com’s product review before you buy them HERE.

Mark McNairy Collection for Bass, the Carlton Chukka

From the limited edition Mark McNairy collection, exclusively for Bass (except it’s totally available at a number of locations), comes The CARLTON. It is a Camp Moc Chukka Boot. It comes in all over full-grain leather or suede. Mark Mcnairy shoes are extremely expensive, that’s why the collection for Bass is such a big deal. The price-point for the chukkas are amazing. Buy them HERE from the source or at Urban Outfitters for a huge price reduction, but limited sizes.

Air Jordan Winterized 6 Rings

The Jordan Winterized 6 Rings boot is a must in the Winter months. This boot is suitable for chilling, playing in snow and looking fresh at parties. This shoe embodies a rugged outer with hiking traction in this stylish Jordan branded shoe. Buy a pair HERE in multiple colors.

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2 Comments

  1. Anonymous on November 10, 2011 at 12:50 am

    Lined a/o’s just made the short list for Christmas. L.l. Bean duckies are classics too.

  2. Anonymous on November 10, 2011 at 12:50 am

    Lined a/o’s just made the short list for Christmas. L.l. Bean duckies are classics too.

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