Important Info You Need When Choosing Boots In Wyoming

When your feet get wet and cold, you're in trouble. The blood vessels in your feet and hands will constrict, causing less blood flow. Since these body parts are the furthest from your vital organs, your body works harder to keep the more critical parts warmer.

There's a multitude of issues that can happen.

Frostbite

Trench foot

Dry, cracked skin

None of those conditions sound appealing, so doing everything you can to keep your tootsies warm is important.

Wearing the proper boots is a great place to start.

Some key questions you should ask yourself when searching for a pair of winter boots are simple.

What are you using them for?

Are the boots you're buying going to be for casual winter wear or outdoor play/work? You will want added insulation if you will be outside for long periods, whether working or playing.

Depending on what you're doing, the boot's weight will play a role in deciding the type of winter boot you want.

Is the boot waterproof?

You're buying a winter boot, and while they all have some level of waterproofing, if you're going to be in the snow, you want the highest level available. Keeping your feet dry will help keep them warm.

How warm do your boots need to be?

Some boots have a temperature rating; this is more of a guide than the gospel. Consider your sock type, activity level, boot fit, and circulation when determining how warm a boot you'll need.

The kind of boot insulation is a good resource to watch.

What height of boot do you need?

Winter boots need to keep feet warm and dry, so wearing boots that aren't high enough to keep snow out defeats the purpose.

However, if you're wearing pulling snow pants over the boot or gaiters, the height of the boot doesn't factor in as much.

What size should you get?

A good thing to keep in mind is your sock type and bulk. You should always avoid thin cotton socks and wear wool socks. Wool socks tend to be a bit bulkier than thin cotton socks, so remember that when sizing your boot.

You don't want the boot too tight, which could interfere with your circulation and affect your foot's warmth.

The activity level also affects sizing. If you're wearing the boot for casual wear, you can choose a looser-fitting one. However, select a boot that fits your foot correctly if you wear it for an activity.

Who knew so much goes into picking out a winter boot?

Check out these videos to help in your winter boot research.