Merrel Snowmotion 8

I have to rave about these boots, I’ve had them for a year and I love them. They are simply the warmest, driest, and most comfortable boot I’ve used for dog walking.

This boot has some beefy traction for mud and snow and features back-stays which will help secure Yaktrax Traction Cleats to your soles for walking on icy streets (a must) as well as d-rings for use with Gaiters.

Did I mention they are warm and dry? These boots feature Waterproof leather as well as thermoplastic urethane uppers. Without listing all the technical terms they are loaded with the latest insulating technology. They are also very comfortable and secure on your feet, helping to give you the support you need in wintry conditions.

They are listed as a -40F boot, I’ve never tested them in temperatures that low… I really don’t think you’ll be walking dogs in temperatures that cold unless you live in Alaska or Canada and your mushing Huskies.

Top it off with a zip up lace which is great for popping them off and on quickly when entering a client’s home!

At $140.00 they are pricey, but a better boot you will not find.

Merrel has a similar boot for women called the Women’s Merrell Winterlude 6 Waterproof. I’m not sure they are quite as hard-core as the men’s boot and I’m not seeing any back-stay for holding a Yaktrax in place? I’m sorry I’m not able to field-test women’s products. If anyone has a lead on a comparable women’s boot, please let me know!

Happy mushing!