Winter sports shoes
Features and benefits
Winter sports boots are not only practical and comfortable, but also stylish and fashionable shoes. Such shoes are very relevant for our roads and cold winters, so winter sports shoes are in great demand for both men and women.
The main difference between sports shoes and other shoes is their versatility. These shoes are equally well suited for sports, outdoor activities, as well as for everyday wear.
Popular models
In the fashion world there is no such designer, in whose collection there would not be a pair of sports shoes, and if there are not so many men's models, then women have a much wider choice. To date, the most popular are the following models.
- Snickers This women's wardrobe shoe is comfortable and fashionable. Sneakers are wedge sneakers. In the line of shoes there are autumn models and sneakers with fur, designed for the winter. Ahead of the models characteristic lacing and Velcro. The choice of models of this shoe is very large - from inexpensive and little-known manufacturers to designer models. The material from which the sneakers are sewn is natural or artificial suede, rarely genuine leather. In the shops you can find models of various shades.
- Winter sneakers. All sports shoes manufacturers offer a wide selection of winter sneakers for both men and women. In the collections of popular manufacturers can find high-quality shoes for outdoor activities, which is made using the latest technology. Some models are made of artificial materials using insulation, while others are fur. Sneakers with insulation are usually designed for training outside, and sneakers with fur are suitable for walking and outdoor activities.
- Winter trekking boots. Trekking shoes are in the collections of manufacturers such as Columbia, who specialize in such shoes. Trekking models are distinguished by a thick smooth sole. In these models, the material of the top can be made of suede or nylon. Inside as a heater can be paralon or fur. Boots are designed for hiking, walking and active lifestyle. In these boots you can make long walks, ride on a sled, walk in the forest.
- Halfport. Boots in polusport style are designed for everyday wear in the city, they are not suitable for sports and have some details relating to sports shoes. Such shoes, as a rule, have a thinner sole without a clearly defined relief and are made of genuine leather or suede.
How to choose
Despite the wide range of shoes, choose winter sports shoes can be difficult. In the markets and in shops you can stumble upon cheap fakes and low-quality models in which it will be cold and slippery. In addition, poor-quality shoes rarely withstand more than one season. Therefore, it is necessary to take into account a number of points when choosing winter sneakers.
- The size. Properly matched boots will not only be comfortable, but also warm. For winter shoes, it is recommended to choose models that are larger by half the size or one size. Then the foot will move in the shoe and the legs will not freeze.
- Water repellent properties. The climatic conditions of our country are such that the weather is very changeable and in many regions after the frost there are strong thaws. Therefore, shoes must be waterproof. On high-quality branded models you can always find the inscription waterproof, which means "waterproof."
- Sole. It should be made of quality materials, and should not slide. Good winter sports shoes have a tread sole, flexible but not thin.
- Insulators are divided into two types - multilayer and microfiber. The first ones provide optimal heat exchange inside the boot, and the second ones are artificial down and do not allow the legs to freeze, even if they are wet.
- Insoles. Thanks to new technologies, some models have heated insoles. It is provided with a silver film and textile lining, from which it is made.
Rating of the best manufacturers of winter sports shoes
The winter season has just begun, and experts have already made a rating of the best winter sports shoes.
- Nike. These winter sneakers are presented by various models - on fur, foam rubber and in different shades. The models have a slip-resistant sole, the top does not get wet and the boots withstand temperatures down to -20 degrees.
- Camel. Sport winter boots in casual style are perfect for hiking and walking, as well as for active outdoor sports. The shoe cover is a synthetic material, the textile tongue fits well to the foot, preventing the ingress of snow into the shoes. The sole is well absorbed and non-slip. This model belongs to the category of sports and running shoes.
- Pierre cardin. One of the most popular brands now in Russia. Athletic shoes from Pierre Cardin fit perfectly into the half-sport style and fit both sportswear and jeans. The shoes have non-slip soles, the upper is made of suede and PVC, the lining is made of fabric and artificial leather.
- Mammut. These boots are designed for short trips. Very comfortable and flexible, but durable outsole, the upper material is impregnated with a special water-repellent compound. Genuine leather, from which shoes are made, allows the foot to breathe and has good hygienic properties, providing comfortable wearing.
- Sketchers. Very fashionable and comfortable women's winter boots, characterized by convenience and high quality. The company specializes in the production of women's shoes, and focuses on design and convenience. One of the Skechers Synergy Vital Sign models is of particular interest. Special grooves are made on the sole of the boots, allowing the sole to bend. This makes it comfortable not only walking, but also sports.
What to wear
So that winter boots were not only warm and comfortable, but also looked good in the kit, you should know what to wear with such shoes.
- Winter tracksuits. The most successful sports shoes combined with warm sports suits. For such clothes fit any boots - trekking or half-sport.
- Leggings, jeans and pants. Women often combine such shoes with leggings, but to make such a set look appropriate, shoes are better to choose a half-sport. Sneakers look great - they can be worn with a short coat of straight cut, with parks and down jackets. Leggings and skinny jeans are suitable for snickers, but it is better not to combine warm sports trousers with them. For men, a good combination of winter sneakers and trekking boots will be with jeans or trousers in casual style or clothing in the style of "tourism", which has patch pockets.
It is categorically not recommended to combine sports shoes with classic men's trousers, women's trousers, dresses and other details of classic-style clothing. Women are not recommended to wear sports shoes with a long coat and wide trousers.
Choosing sports winter boots, first of all it is necessary to decide on their appointment. It is best to choose universal trekking shoes, which will not only be warm during the winter long walks, but also comfortable during sports. It is not necessary to save on such shoes, because picking up quality shoes, they will last more than one season.