A resident of Wyoming, Hampton Barringer Luzak is a creative professional who has experience in such fields as feature film casting, sales, and advertising. After becoming a mother, her professional focus shifted to restoring and decorating historic homes. Outside of work, Hampton B. Luzak maintains a fondness for winter sports, such as snowshoeing.
Snowshoeing is a fantastic winter exercise that is social, low-impact, and inexpensive. Most snowshoes are priced affordably, and they are adjustable, so virtually any shoe or boot can work with them.
While other types of shoes fit with snowshoes, it’s recommended that snowshoers wear comfortable winter boots. These types of boots work fine in the snow on their own. They are sturdy and often feature thick soles and either rubber or leather uppers. They are best when insulated and waterproof, as well. The insulation keeps the feet warm thanks to an inner lining, while the waterproofing repels water and prevents it from soaking into the socks.
While waterproofing and insulated winter boots are ideal, they do not breathe due to their thick layers and sturdy construction. This makes them a poor choice for walking long distances outside of the snow.
In addition, the construction of many winter boots means they are often not lightweight. When snowshoeing, it’s best that people wear the lightest boot possible that still offers good traction and stability. Since finding a middle ground between winter boots and lightweight construction is difficult, many people opt for hiking boots or running shoes when snowshoeing. These options work perfectly fine, but they do not offer the same warmth or waterproofing.
