Two Boots To Keep You Warm This Winter

I know, I know, it's still going to be pushing 25°C today, but there's no harm in preparing yourself for that time when temperatures do start plummet is there? That's why we're taking a look at two new Winter Boots for the Autumn/Winter Season, their both sure to keep your feet snug while everything else around you shivers.

New into us last month was the Merrell Men's Ice Jam Waterproof Boot. It's been made with a combination Suede and Synthetic upper, providing durability while helping to keep the overall weight of the boot down. The Ice Jam has a watertight construction, with a waterproof TPU shell and seams that have been waterproofed from the inside, resulting in a shoe that has the ultimate barrier against the wet and snow.Not only is the Ice Jam waterproof, it's got more than a healthy dose of warmth with 400g of Merrell Opti-Warm synthetic insulation. So it really has been engineered with bitterly cold winters in mind, which by the sound of it we'll be getting this year (even though it really doesn't seem like it at the moment).

Other features include a bellows tongue to keep debris out, a snow shoe strap ridge and gaiter D-ring attachment. This boot packs in plenty of comfort as well, with a dual density anatomical footbed which has also been treated with Aegis Antimicrobial solution to help ward off those pesky odours. Merrell Air Cushion equips the Ice Jam Boot with excellent comfort and shock absorbency.

If you do want to venture out into the ice and snow, the boot's 6mm lug depth and Ice Jam/Sticky Rubber sole will provide ample traction to stop you sliding all over the show.

Our second boot for you today is the colourfully named North Face Women's Snow Betty Boot. Like the Merrell Ice Jam, it's been designed with the cold in mind. Built with a women's specific fit it has a bounty of comfort (not the coconut orientated chocolate bar) and squeezes in as much warmth as possible. 200g of Heatseeker insulation ensures ultimate warmth, no matter where you trek of to and waterproof BLC complient suede and a waterproof construction provides excellent protection against wet, damp and snowy underfoot conditions.

To help retain heat inside the boot and for added luxury the Snow Betty has a plush faux fur collar lining and Dri Lex fleece inside. Along with fantastic weather protection the boot comes with all day comfort in mind. It features a dual molded EVA shell with built in flex zones and an injection molded EVA midsole. For good traction on slippery surfaces and terrains the Snow Betty has a durable TNF Winter grip rubber sole.