I just bought my wife a pair of snowshoes, does she also need ski-boots, or could she just wear winter boots?
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Just winter boots is all you need. Something with a ridge, disruption or bump on the back support just above the heel would be ideal, as it helps the straps hold in place. Smooth surfaces tend to slip.
997234
A good pair of boots is all that is needed. In fact, I use LL Bean duck boots. Enjoy and get ready for a great workout. Cheers
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sorry mis read:for a guy! http://www.rei.com/product/805327/msr-evo-22-snowshoes.....
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Depends on boots, if good boots and enough room a thinner inner pair covered by hiking socks will keep your feet warmer
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I can see no reason why winter would be a problem. The boot has a foam liner and plastic is the main part you see in grey. It is not necessarily waterproof, but the bottom section gives you about 2-3 inches above ground level of solid material.
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These are for ice...not staying on top of the snow. In conclusion these can not be used for snowshoeing.
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My boys just wore their snowboots. They just slip their feet into the "bindings" I think they may be adjustable also.
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No. And that's a problem. I bought these a year ago and have yet to use because I thought I could easily install them into any boot. Not so easy. My goal this year is to take them to a sporting store and get an insole that I can then use withy any ski boot. I bought these for ski boots...and I rent. So yes, you can cut an insole to work...but I really think if you use these for a ski boot, you need to have the whole boot insert to really work well....that is what the rental place had told me on our last ski trip.
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Yes, the poles are excellent for snowshoeing. They come with a pair of snow baskets.
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Don't have ski shoes but it works great for my husband's hunting boots :) I don't know how I lived without this before. Love it! Hope it helps :)
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You don't need special boots, the ankle straps hold you as firm as you want. Mine has two holds, so that you can either use the lighter one or the tighter one. I've never tried it barefooted, but my husband has and he hasn't had any problems with the hold.
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I would just get a good pair of felt lined waterproof boots and wool socks. These socks are good for keeping your feet dry but they also make your feet sweat a bit. In a cold weather situation these socks would keep your feet dry, but they would also be frozen.
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Sure, but your feet would get very cold. These are rubber rain boots and not lined.
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I think they would be too thick for that. Look for something thinner. They are also kind of stiff and would be uncomfortable for that kind of use. They are good, I wanted a heavier pair to wear when it is colder. I forgot that once I get going the cold does not matter.
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I personally never wear jeans with ski/snowboard pants because jeans don't breathe well. However, if the jeans were thin, then I think you could. I tend to wear thermals/long underwear under my ski pants.
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I used a pair this winter in my "L. L. Bean Snow Sneakers". They kept the bottoms of my feet toasty warm; but the tops and sides were still cold. So, it would depend on how well insulated upper part of your boots are. Richard P.-Ohio
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Regular snow boots and, no, this likely would not be allowed (or very effective) on a real ski hill.
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The leggings end in neoprene stocking feel, so separate boots are required. I have used them in some very cold water, and would recommend something like sweatpants under them, as the breathable fabric passes cold through very quickly. I have used them since about September of last year, and have yet to notice any water intrusion....