Dry Feet = Happy Feet

Now its that time of year again (well actually it happens quite frequently throughout the year!) where the temperatures drop, the wind picks up and the rain/sleet/snow begins to fall. With most of you walking to work or to the station, bus stop or school in this horrible weather its the busiest time in store for wellingtons and waterproof footwear.

We believe dry feet are happy feet so here is our best of the best to keep you and your toes smiling!

(Disclaimer, all of the below information is sourced from the corresponding websites.)

Women's Romika Nadja 35115 £75 

Warm fleece lining with inside zip and lacing up the front for a more comfortable fit, rubber sole unit with plenty of grip and treated with Top Dry Tex making this boot 100% waterproof, windproof and breathable. Also machine washable at 30 degrees!

Women's Romika Spike 54515 £95

The leather uppers of this boot are treated with Top Dry Tex making them 100% waterproof, breathable and windproof. The leather makes this boot extremely hard wearing while the lacing up the front allows for a more tailored and comfortable fit. A wool lining provides extra cushioning underfoot and extra warmth; made with reversible snow spikes making this boot suitable for all wintery occasions. 

Unisex Romika Alaska 01/Yukon 01 £79.99/£89.99

This Romika boot has Top Dry Tex Waterproof, Windproof and breathable uppers, a micro fiber plush warm lining with removable foot bed and a PU direct injected Romika grip sole making it flexible and hardwearing.

Women's Romika Alaska 02 £85

This Romika boot has a Top Dry Tex membrane to guarantee a 100% waterproof boot whilst also being machine washable at 30 degrees. The plush lining provides extra warmth without creating extra moisture. Toggle system at the front allows for a comfortable and tailored fit.

Women's Romika Alaska 118 £69.99

This Romika winter boot is made with a Top Dry Tex membrane which guarantees the boot to be 100% waterproof while also being machine washable at 30 degrees. The plush lining provides extra warmth and the removable footbed allows the boot to breathe when not in use. A front zip and lacing system allows for easy access into the boot and the sole is lightweight and flexible making it easy to wear and carry.

Men's Romika Yukon 02 £89.99

This Romika boot has been treated with Top Dry Tex making it 100% waterproof and breathable. Made with a warm insole and zip on the side for easy access into the boot.

The above boots are suitable for wind, rain, snow and basic every day use. The boots below are your heavy duty, facing freezing temperatures kinda footwear - and David Beckham has a pair...just saying. 

Men's Sorel Caribou £155

The Sorel Caribou boot has nubuck leather uppers and a handcrafted vulcanized rubber shell that are seam-sealed for complete waterproofness and lined with a removable 9mm ThermoPlus™ felt Inner Boot that traps heat next to your foot. Underfoot, a thick rubber midsole insulates the boot from cold ground, while the Sorel AeroTrac™ non-loading outsole provides sure footing. Rated to minus 40 degrees.

Women's Sorel Caribou £125

This Sorel boot has nubuck leather uppers and handcrafted vulcanized rubber shell are seam-sealed for complete waterproofness and lined with a removable 9mm ThermoPlus™ felt Inner Boot that traps heat next to your foot. Underfoot, a thick rubber midsole insulates the boot from cold ground, while the Sorel AeroTrac™ non-loading outsole provides sure footing. Rated to minus 40 degrees.

Women's Sorel Tofino £160

The Sorel Tofino boot has a lightweight quilted upper that is made of waterproof waxed canvas with a durable leather shell topped with a fab faux fur collar. Inside, a Sherpa Pile lining keeps your feet warm and comfortable and a molded rubber outsole for excellent traction.

Women's Sorel Tofino Nylon £160

This Sorel boot has a tough, nylon upper and PU coated leather shell that features a waterproof breathable membrane construction so feet stay dry and comfortable; inside, 100 grams of insulation join forces with a cozy fleece lining to create a cocoon of warmth. Made with a removable, molded EVA footbed and molded rubber outsole.

So there you have it, our warm and waterproof collection for men and women. We might not all look as cool as some in our winter boots, but at least our feet are dry and warm!

Happy shopping! 

SOREL Winter Boots

Last year was our first year stocking SOREL winter boots and it was one of the best decisions we made (not just because it was one of the coldest winters on record!).

"Founded in 1962, SOREL brings the spirit and heritage of expertly crafted boots to the modern world of fashion where they inspire a new generation of doers, builders, and creators."

For those of you that only know SOREL for the photograph of David Beckham and son Brooklyn wearing them in the snow last year here is a brief overview of the company.

SOREL footwear was launched by A.R. Kaufman, whose family business started making boots under various brand names in 1907 in Kitchener Ontario.  Their SOREL boots were the most popular and successful of their collection. The name SOREL was used to invoke images of ruggedness and cold protection as SOREL was a big WWII and post war-time shipbuilder and steel town. In 2000 SOREL became a division of the Columbia Sportswear Company and continues to exist under the same brand name to this day. (sourced from http://www.vieux-sorel.com/sorel-boot-en.php)

"SOREL combines felt, wool, premium leathers, and flawless construction with people who aren’t afraid to get their boots dirty." www.sorelfootwear.co.uk 

Here at Hoads we stock two of their most popular boots Tofino and Caribou in a couple of colours.

The Caribou boot sold as both a men's and women's product has a handcrafted vulcanized rubber shell that is seam-sealed for complete waterproofness. The boots are lined with a removable 9mm ThermoPlus™ felt Inner Boot that traps heat next to your foot - easily washable and helps to keep the boot fresh after wear. Underfoot, a thick rubber midsole insulates the boot from the cold ground, while the Sorel AeroTrac™ non-loading outsole provides extra grip. Now this boot is rated to minus 40 degrees which although we will not experience in the UK (oh please please let us not experience that level of cold!) the assurance that your feet will definitely not feel the cold is undoubtedly there.

Tofino is just a women's product and we stock two designs of it; the quilted upper and the nylon upper.

The Sorel Tofino boot with the quilted upper (style number NL2029 pictured below) is made of waterproof waxed canvas with a durable leather shell topped with a fab faux fur collar. Inside, a Sherpa Pile lining keeps your feet warm and comfortable and a molded rubber outsole allows for excellent traction.

The other Tofino Sorel (style number NL2013 pictured below, left) boot has a tough, nylon upper and PU coated leather shell that features a waterproof breathable membrane construction so feet stay dry and comfortable. Inside, 100 grams of insulation join forces with

a cozy fleece lining to create a cocoon of warmth around your feet. Made with a removable, molded EVA footbed and molded rubber outsole making the boot incredibly comfortable for those snow days with the kids!

Aside from all of the technology these boots are exactly what you look for in a winter boot - hard wearing, comfortable, supportive, warm and waterproof. SOREL boots get a big thumbs up from Hoads, what about you? Will you be wearing them this winter or sticking to your wellingtons?