I apologize if this is not the appropriate location for this topic, but I thought I could get better help here. This winter, I’m working as a lift operator at a ski resort, therefore I was wondering what kind of boots I should get for work. It goes without saying that I would find it awkward and cumbersome to work in my ski boots for the entire day. Are there any brands or styles of boots that you would suggest I purchase to keep my feet toasty, comfortable, and dry?
I was considering military boots, but I’m afraid they’ll be too bulky for all-day labor. I would appreciate any recommendations in advance!
Edit: I appreciate all of the recommendations. Was finding it difficult to decide where to begin my investigation of various footwear. I’m grateful for all of your assistance! (In addition, yeah, twenty degrees is chilly where I live—especially because I’m only a bag of skin and bones.)
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I was considering military boots, but I’m afraid they’ll be too bulky for all-day labor. I would appreciate any recommendations in advance!
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I was about to recommend Bogs, but same idea
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What kind of temps and work are we talking about? If it were me I’d get some mukluks. Unbelievably comfy and warm. They dont offer a ton of ankle support if you’re doing a lot of laborious stuff. But for just sitting around in the cold, there’s nothing better. Steger Mukluks is my recommendation. Also, super light and packable if you want to stuff them in a ski pack to go shred.
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Temps can get pretty low, around 20°F, light labor but on feet all day for sure. Thank you for the rec!
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You may prefer then, a boot like the Oboz Bridger 10”. Lots of support yet very flexible and I’ve worn mine down to 0 without any issues. They’re my everyday boot in MN winters.
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Great boots. I think 20+ might be too warm if I was on my feet and working all day. The 8” ones cut the insulation in half, so that’s an option too if OP runs warmer like I do.