5 sneaker-boot hybrids that will keep you stunting through winter this year

Depending on where you live chances are you don’t need a full-blown winter boot every day of the week but it’s more than likely if you're posted up in the northern part of the lower 48 states between October and April you, sure as hell, cannot afford to be caught with your pants..err boots off.

Peep the 5 best looking, lightweight, weather-proof sneaker-boot hybrids the that won’t have you trudging around like Old Man Marley this winter.
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​keen - glenhaven mid (black)

These Keens are not your crunchy uncle’s hiking boots. Combining city performance with an outdoor aesthetic; the Glenhaven Mid shoe may not be most weatherproof option on this list, as they are not fully waterproof (see below note for waterproof care options), but they are certainly the sharpest looking of the bunch.

Keen, who has always been on the cutting edge of shoe technology and notorious for their Avantgarde designs and cult following, did not miss a beat on the Glenhaven. This hybrid features “Cleansport NXT™” for natural odor control and a metatomical footbed design that is anatomically designed to provide maximum arch support and cradle the natural contours of your foot making this the go-to all weather commuter.

The Glenhaven Mids are like Chuck Taylors on an HGH cycle. Fully murdered out premium oiled leather upper, breathable lining and high traction outsole this shoe is durable, lightweight and most importantly comfortable. These badass high tops pair as well with a blazer and dark denim as they do with your commuter bike and messenger bag.

Note: Keen recommends Niki Wax waterproof treatment for all of their products including leather shoes. 

Price: $130
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​huckberry -  all weather duckboot

Brand new from the finest purveyors of outdoor adjacent menswear and gear on the internet; Huckberry has released their first solo branded product and it could not have come at a more opportune time. The fully waterproof “All Weather Duck Boot” was designed on the premise of 4 key ideas: weather resistance, versatility, traction, and comfort. Built with a shoe in mind, the sole on Huckberry’s rendition of the traditional Duck Boot incorporates cushion like feel that will add more stunt and less trudge to your stride this winter. Made from a fully waterproof combination of grain leather and suede sealed off with a robust rubber toe piece, a la LL Bean, these are the boots you’ll wish you had when you eventually stomp that rogue slush puddle while you were too busy scrolling old Joe Rogan podcasts. Eyes and ears to the street playboy!

Note: For New Yorkers check out Huckberry’s first foray into brick and mortar at their Holiday Pop-up Shop on Bleecker Street in the West Village.

​Price: $180
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​Teva - Arrowood 2 Mid (Waterproof)

No sandals and socks here. Teva’s latest rendition of their sporty, waterproof Arrowood sneaker-boot was re-engineered for improved versatility and performance. The Arrowood 2 has a sealed waterproof leather upper paired with waterproof membrane for added protection inside as well as beefed up outsole for max grip and traction. This aggressive hiker-like sneaker-boot is hip enough for your inner #hypebeast but designed to handle all that mother nature can throw at your outer #commuterbeast.

Available in 3 colorways: Midnight Navy, Tortoise Shell and Black

Price: $130

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​Clark’s x Land Rover - CLR 52.N Hi Gore-Tex Collaboration boot

The British-based shoe giant Clark’s hit a home-run with its newly inked collaboration partnership with British off-road behemoth Land Rover. According to sources, expect 10 collaborative collections to be released over the course of the next 5 years.

​True to the Land Rover brand the CLR boot is built with a painfully perfect mix aggressiveness, style and performance. This boot has city slickness with backroad roots. The black uppers feature GORE-TEX Performance stretch technology offering waterproof, insulated and breathable properties while the shock-absorbing EVA midsole keeps the boot light and provides flexibility and traction that can withstand the harshest of conditions.

Better act fast as these swaggy, high-end hikers are already sold-out in popular sizes

Available in 3 colorways: Black, Light Grey and Khaki 

Price: $220

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​Vans - SK8-HI MTE (BOA)

The SK8-HI MTE (BOA) is perfect for the guy who can’t seem to relinquish his skate vibes during the winter months. Vans’ longtime partnership with BOA Closure System used in their snow boots have taken on a new adventure with the latest member of the All-Weather MTE family. This addition optimizes a secure and precise fit achieved by a micro-adjustable dial and strong-yet-lightweight laces. The Sk8-Hi MTE series also includes weather-resistant leather uppers, warm linings, a heat retention layer between sockliner and outsole keep feet warm and dry, and vulcanized lug outsoles for maximum traction. The skate shoe jugernaut also has a few toned down lace-up versions of their all weather MTE series are just beefed up version of the SK8-Hi shoe with added lining and exaggerated tread.

The one gripe against the All Weather MTE boots has been durability. Like many of their traditional shoes wear and tear is part of the deal and oftentimes a big part of “the look”, however, it’s easier to justify lite damage on a pair of $40 canvas shoes not winter boots at $110 price point. Purchase at your own risk.

Price: $110

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