How the Right Work Boots Keep You Steady in Seasonal Conditions

The stretch between fall and winter can take a toll on your footing. One week might bring rain, the next week you're dealing with slush, and by the following week, the jobsite is icy. Changing seasonal conditions ask a lot of your boots and the way you move. The right pair of leather boots for work sites can keep you walking steady through it all.

TL;DR

• Deep, widely spaced lugs shed mud and water so you don’t slip.
• Wet conditions call for waterproof boots and a plan for drying them overnight.
• On ice, the way you walk matters as much as your boots, and traction aids add grip.

Rain: Look for Tread That Clears Itself

Mud can become packed into shallow tread and turn a good outsole into a messy one. Deep lugs with open space between them can more effectively shed mud as you walk. Match that tread with waterproof pull on work boots, and your feet stay drier and more stable when rain soaks the ground (and you).

Slush and Snow: Plan for Dry Feet Tomorrow

Deep lugs and waterproofing are also great for slushy or snowy conditions. However, when slush and snow arrive, you need a strategy to keep your boots dry and comfortable through the season.

One strategy is a boot rotation. This includes having a second pair of boots (or more) that you can switch to the next day. The point of a boot rotation is to give your boots a chance to get fully dry, inside and out.

Another strategy is wearing boots made for these kinds of conditions. Wellington boots for work are one option. They come in several configurations, including those with safety toes, insulation, and slip resistance, so it’s easy to find a pair or two ready for wet, cold-weather conditions.

Ice: Change How You Walk

No outsole grips ice perfectly. Shorten your stride, keep your feet under your center of gravity, and step flat instead of heel first. For long stretches on frozen ground, consider slip-on traction cleats that add metal studs under your boots.

About Wolverin

For more than 140 years, Wolverine has crafted work boots for job sites across America. Their steel toe, composite toe, and soft toe styles feature Wolverine DuraShocks® cushioning and the Wolverine Infinity System™, all backed by a 30-day comfort guarantee. Through Project Bootstrap, Wolverine also supports the next generation of skilled tradespeople.

Stay steady on your feet through all kinds of wet conditions at https://www.wolverine.com/US/en/home

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