A good pair of winter boots is a must-have in your wardrobe. And if you spend a lot of time outside enjoying the cold winters, you must have more than one pair. Here are some tips to help you choose your winter boots.

Use

The type of winter boots you buy will depend to a great extent on how you are going to use them. Are you looking for only casual wear winter boots or do you want a sturdy pair of winter boots to go winter hiking?

Casual winter boots are usually light weight and are appealing as everyday wear. Hiking winter boots come with added insulation for use in the outdoors.

Temperature

Winter boots are also different for the kind of insulation they are meant to provide. From temperature rating to insulation, you will need different winter boots depending upon the activity you are doing.

Thick lining, synthetic insulation and use of material such as sheepskin and wool can make a big difference in giving you comfortable feet on cold winter days.

Boot Height

Your winter boots are not just meant for walking on snow-filled paths. They also protect your legs from the snow and ice. This is so much important when choosing winter boots for hiking. From 6 to 7 inches to 10 inches and more, you can look for the right height winter to suit your purpose.

Traction Choose your winter boots with the right tread patterns and grippy outsoles. The right outsoles with rubber compound will give the right traction and help prevent sliding