For the budget conscious, I highly recommend LL Bean Storm Chasers - got me through three winters in Alaska for cycling, snowshoeing, and general hiking. Can’t use SPDs, but they are very versatile.

@travlynjack

5 жыл бұрын

Going to look into those Thanks

@dkehlenbach

5 жыл бұрын

travlynjack : I’ve had mine for nearly 20 years and they’re still going strong.

Glad to see you doing winter themed videos! Fat Bikes are at an abundance in Missoula!

Man you are cranking out content! Loving it! Keep it up

Great breakdown of the differing features! Looking forward to the update on their cold weather performance.

Awesome info Great Vids keep up the Hardwork.👍🚲

Great video brilliant tips those boots look great

really pumped for the temp rating episode. this is the last piece of the puzzle for me. I use shimano winter shoes now, pricey, but not as the ones you are reviewing, and they really let me down anything below 25. I'm also interested in Lake boots as well.

I have not found a better winter riding brand than 45NRTH. Spend the money and be comfortable, at least that is important as a winter commuter up here in Michigan. They are just next level.

For further winter reviews, I'd love to see some comparisons of Pogies (45nrth, Wolftooth etc.) cheers!

jingle bells on my feet - lol - here in Germany I ride with the Northwave Arctic SPD down to -15°C for 2-3 h. After that I feel like Captain Ahab on both feet!

There going all snowboard boots look, I’m sold

I own both. Got the OMWs on sale, really appreciate the booties for drying. The Wölvhammers are sturdier/more boot-like and warmer. OMWs are two sizes up.

@leandrraaa

3 жыл бұрын

HEY :) So im on my bike for hours as a courier. How do you find them unclipped, just on your petals? I'm using metal petals.

@wantanr

3 жыл бұрын

@@leandrraaa they work well. I ride flat pedals.

I’ve been wearing a pair of Lake 303 boots for the past 3 or so years. I live in Western Washington, so not as extreme of low temps as Montana. I’ve found that what works best for me is the boots with a pair of Vaude long bike gaiters. I started out wearing the gaiters with the boots because, even though the boots are waterproof, water still gets in through the top (I can’t snug down the buckle/neoprene collar enough). The boots would get heavier as the ride went on, as the water didn’t have a way to drain out. The gaiters solved that problem but, I also discovered the gaiters help in keeping my feet warmer even when I don’t need them to keep water out. So, I think of it more as my winter cycling warm feet system...boots and gaiters. The only downside of the Vaude gaiters is the part of the toe cap that goes under the toe of the boot is a flimsy piece of cordura that does not hold up well to having to hike-a-bike. I reinforce that part with a couple layers of Gorilla tape.

@PathLessPedaledTV

5 жыл бұрын

Good to know. Haven't used gaiters, but might look into those.

I love my Wolvhammers, but the lack of a cleat cover on a boot this expensive I find disappointing. I might 3D print something this year.

@leandrraaa

3 жыл бұрын

Are you riding th Wolvhammers as just a regular boot while biking? Do they have good traction on the metal petal? I find I slip when it's icy with most of my books.

This winter I was riding in Columbia Snowblade boots. They are up to - 32 Celsius. Wide sole, but my pedals are wide, Shimano PD-EF202 Flat. But, below minus 7 Celsius, I did not go out. I have supposedly winter SHIMANO XM9 SPD OFFROAD SHOES, but they, like all Japanese shoes, are very narrow. For Japanese ballerinas. Just like Adidas, Salomon. Although Keen, HOKA and Asics release shoes for wide feet, but the sellers do not know about it.

I love Vans Mountain Edition high tops for winter fat biking

Seriously in the market for winter riding boots but the cost The cost!

Personally, I prefer regular winter boots and pinned flat pedals for fatbiking in snow. I like my Vasque Arrowhead boots, they are very suited to cycling. Also, the Arrowheads are right around a third of the cost of these boots and are great regular winter boots for walking around.

@PathLessPedaledTV

5 жыл бұрын

Like I said in the video, we tried regular winter hiking boots (Columbia) last winter and they didn't work so hot. Giving cycling ones a go to see if there is any noticeable advantage.

@hiro111

5 жыл бұрын

@@PathLessPedaledTV Fair enough!

Thinking about getting Sorel glaciers for biking in the snow (it's my job - 8/9 hours of biking some days) any thoughts ?

Would be interested to hear how long before your feet go numb. Longest for me was about an hour at 20 F with Lake winter boots.

I remember when we used to have winter.

If you are not using spd why not just wear a regular boot?

@PathLessPedaledTV

5 жыл бұрын

I tried a regular boot last winter and it was still too cold. Figured if I'm going to be mostly biking in them, then maybe bike specific ones will have features or padding in areas that hiking ones don't.

@gravelking2.071

4 жыл бұрын

@@PathLessPedaledTV The only difference between winter cycling boots and regular winter hiking boots is clipless pedal compatibility. But that makes them 3-4 times more expensive, so riding clipless in winter is very questionable.

@deanemberley2333

3 жыл бұрын

@@gravelking2.071 I only ride SPD on my Fat Bike in the winter. Flat Pedals no Bueno. Not questionable at all

Thanks for your review watch your stuff all the time In Michigan we ride in below zero temperatures to mid teens all winter I already own a pair of the LAKE MXZ 303 cycling boots which is a good boot with a thick wool sock but no matter what after an hour n 1/2 or so of riding your toes start to freeze I'm thinking getting a pair of over the shoe booties called Endura Freezing Point over shoe order couple sizes larger than normal so they'll fit over these cycling boots could do the trick has anybody else ever tried this let me know thanks appreciate it ride on !!...

Are the boot liners in the Trek boot replaceable?

Would love to see a video on what you believe to be the best winter gloves out there. I've tried a bunch over the years and have yet to find anything suitable for winters in the northeast.

@PathLessPedaledTV

5 жыл бұрын

Currently have a few right now. Last winter we used Bar Mitts and they were awesome.

@johnwilliamson9453

5 жыл бұрын

Me as well, but for drop bar riding, as in gravel racing in the winter? Shoe/boot for that purpose as well!

@Only-one-life-68

3 жыл бұрын

Klim enduro/snow Mobile gloves

The Non Redwing addition has the cover for the cleat.

@PathLessPedaledTV

5 жыл бұрын

Good to know!

45 nrth r best actual bike boot but I have Steiger mukluks n use thos warmest footwear ever n 200 bucks

How about just telling us, right off the bat, if either of these SOLVED the PROBLEM of cold feet? Scrolling, scrolling, still scrolling thru the vid, looking for this ONE ANSWER. Otherwise, good vid!

@PathLessPedaledTV

4 жыл бұрын

Because it’s not as easy as this as this solved my problem perfectly.

According to their site, 45 North doesn’t recommend any of their boots for flat pedals. Personally I’d never use a spd shoe without a cover with flats. All your grip and safety come from the small section of rubber.

Did you ever experiment with thermal leggings? All the heat lost from legs and arms can't keep feet and hands warm...

@PathLessPedaledTV

5 жыл бұрын

When I go out I usually wear fleece leggings and XC pants on top of those.

Hello Russ, Any long time comments on these boots ?

@PathLessPedaledTV

3 жыл бұрын

They're good but not magical. Feet still get cold in them eventually.

@NinthwaveThe

3 жыл бұрын

@@PathLessPedaledTV I get instant foot warmer at Costco. Under the foot is not enough. I'll try both top and under. A pair of still new Redwing Wolvhammer got on eBay this week but I was too slow.

As a winter cyclist in Minnesota I just don't see the appeal of specialized boots like these. I wear high-quality but significantly more useful Sorel winter duck boots with flat pedals. Clips will fill with ice and snow, the last thing you want to deal with when you're out in the cold. The soles of specialty-boots are usually stiffer and thus not good for hiking about in the outdoors, or even in the city. So they're optimized just for your time on the bike. But a regular winter boot can do it all! And then you don't need two pairs of boots...

@PathLessPedaledTV

5 жыл бұрын

I'm new to winter and am doing the best I can. I rode in Sorels last year as well as some winter Columbia hiking boots, both did fine while walking but not so much while riding. Frozen toes within an hour. I probably won't use the clips at all, since like you, I don't like dealing with them in the snow and ice. I'm giving these cycling specific ones a go, because maybe they do something different or have insulation in optimized places? Don't know. That's why I'm trying them out. Of the two, the Wolvhammer actually has a walkable sole. Prob, no more stiffer than the Columbia boots I used last winter. The OMW are definitely too stiff for longer foot expeditions.

@adhunt1

5 жыл бұрын

@@PathLessPedaledTV Oh don't misunderstand, I'm not trying to come down on you! Love the channel and your reviews. I'm just weary of the cycling industry trying to sell us things that we probably don't need. For example cheap chopper mitts you can get at Fleet Farm are as warm or warmer than $100+ cycling-specific winter gloves companies try to sell us. I can't speak to the quality of Columbia boots so I have nothing to add there. I'm just trying to share my experience with cycling in very cold winters. I apologize if I came off combative, that was not my intent.

@PathLessPedaledTV

5 жыл бұрын

Ha. No problem. One of the reasons we do reviews is to see if its really worth it and if it actually makes a difference :) I've got a healthy dose of skepticism as well. I might actually compare these to the winter hiking boots we used last winter in later videos as well.

@deanemberley2333

3 жыл бұрын

@@adhunt1 been riding SPD cleats for 4 winters in Eastern Canada. Some issues with snow clogging up the cleats but it’s minor compared to the benefits of riding clipped in. Perfectly fine with having multiple pairs of boots. Stiff boots are better plain and simple for cycling. You’re comment was pretty general and short sighted

@deanemberley2333

3 жыл бұрын

@@adhunt1 you’re coming off as a dick. Not everyone wants or needs to cheap out on everything just because you are cheap or can’t afford it

"Tight" is not something you want in a winter boot or shoe--they should fit, but not be sloppy. You aren't sizing for rock shoes or even "normal" cycling shoes. Not only do you need room for socks / insulation (compressed insulation is useless insulation), but your feet need room to keep your circulation high in your extremities. Peripheral vasoconstriction in cold weather will already predispose you to having cold hands, feet, and extremities. I know many who ride in extreme cold (fat biking) that use flats w/pins, with their Baffins, Kamiks, or Sorrels.

@hiro111

5 жыл бұрын

Totally agree. The two keys to warm feet in winter cycling are to keep them dry and to allow room for circulation.

@PathLessPedaledTV

5 жыл бұрын

Aware of that. I did my best to choose size from afar. Can't win them all.

@listofromantics

5 жыл бұрын

@@PathLessPedaledTV Sorry, Mate! You're a smart guy, I figured you sized appropriately (European sizing... am I right.) My use of "you" was bad sentence structure and not a direct address or criticism.

Expensive, but rated until -30°C. I used them in the Artic Circle Race (Fatbike) and hat absolutely no problems. You can even remove the felt liners and take them into your sleeping bag. www.lundhags.se/en/products/kaengor/shell-boots/felt-lined-boots/polar-quest-ms?c=713

@tryathletes

3 жыл бұрын

Which boots on their site now would be comparable to yours? Link doesnt work.

@normanzielke6108

3 жыл бұрын

@@tryathletes I have Lundhags Polarquest, but it seems that they don't make them anymore. However, Skare Expedition Ms. looks quite similar.

@tryathletes

3 жыл бұрын

@@normanzielke6108 Thanks. I'm doing rides in northern Manitoba and having foot issues. Skare's look excellent but hard to find and agree on expensive. Looks like over $700 CDN.

Damn. I was shocked when heard those prices

@PathLessPedaledTV

5 жыл бұрын

They are spendy!

@darrenelbrow5144

5 жыл бұрын

Anything to do with cycling is expensive. Look at the price of some European clothing. £100 for a pair of shorts, £200 for a jersey.

@BGdubs92b17

5 жыл бұрын

Darren Elbrow .. Indeed, this is why I’m limited to riding seasons in the Midwest.

@PathLessPedaledTV

5 жыл бұрын

It's expensive, but you don't have to spend that much for a decent pair of shorts. Also, we don't wear jerseys but use our other outdoor clothing.

Followup video kzread.info/dash/bejne/gpt-1seMebDWfMo.html

So you are 15 cm smaller than me and your feets are bigger

@PathLessPedaledTV

5 жыл бұрын

Sure.

I have a rule...If it's below 50F I simply don't go bike riding. It's just not worth it for me. Beverages get cold and I can't say I have ever really enjoyed the experience. It's usually windy as well, and then it's just miserable. I reserve the winter months for taking long walks. Bike riding is more of a fair weather activity.

@Only-one-life-68

3 жыл бұрын

Wow I wouldn’t be able to ride for 4 months 😠.. Just go out and ride and get muddy to 😜

@achakhakan4189

3 жыл бұрын

@@Only-one-life-68 Well. if its bright sun, 45F and above is OK. I generally take a complete hiatus during Jan and Feb, no matter what the weather. I took a 15 mile ride today (39F) because I upgraded some components on the bike and just wanted to verify everything was working smoothly. Can't say I 'enjoyed' it.

@deanemberley2333

3 жыл бұрын

@@achakhakan4189 you’re an idiot. Been riding in the full winter for years in sub zero temps along with many in our Fat Bike group. Talk about being a pussy grow a pair dude

@achakhakan4189

3 жыл бұрын

@@deanemberley2333 Well your fat bike group sounds more like the Polar Bear club. And by that I mean crazy. Today was probably the last really warm day of the year where I am. It was 61F and the ride was nice. The forecast looks cold for the rest of this week, so that will probably be the last ride till March! Enjoy your sub zero winter club!

waste of time review ..are they warm ?

@PathLessPedaledTV

3 жыл бұрын

This comment is a waste of my time.

@Only-one-life-68

3 жыл бұрын

Are u for real

@PathLessPedaledTV

3 жыл бұрын

@@Only-one-life-68 RLY RL

@Only-one-life-68

3 жыл бұрын

@@PathLessPedaledTV I was commenting on Alan Ross

The Trek boot design is similar to my backcountry nordic ski boot. I would want them 2 full Euro sizes bigger to allow thicker socks or medium socks and a VBL liner. And yeah, good backpacking boots start in the $275 range. So not much sticker shock here.