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You've likely heard about or seen the impact that the ugg sheep skin boot has made in the world of fashion recently. It's one thing for the boot to be trendy, but what about beneficial? When people think of boots, they do not always think of them in terms of the benefits that the boots offer. Most people need boots for the snow, so any boot that is waterproof generally will be suitable. But boots do have benefits, including the ugg sheep skin boot, and the benefits of this boot go far beyond their good looks.

These boots are so comfortable they can be worn all the time in all types of weather. If made from genuine sheep skin, they likely will last a long time making their purchase a good investment. Best of all, with so many styles currently available, there is sure to be an ugg sheep skin boot to fit everyone's tastes and budget.

The ugg sheep skin boot is a practical boot. The sheep skin helps keep feet warm during the cold winter months, and cool during the warm summer months. The comfortable and soft sheep skin fits like a glove and acts like a second skin, helping to maintain the body's temperature. In fact, these boots can keep feet warm even in temperatures as low as -30ºF. Plus, the wool has natural wicking properties which help draw moisture away from the skin, and this is what helps to keep the skin dry. Finally, a person's feet should not smell after wearing these boots. The wool fleece helps the air inside the boot to circulate which allows the foot to breathe. Of course, there is no guarantee on this claim!

The ugg sheep skin boot, if properly cared for, will last for many years, making it a good investment. The soft skin is actually leather and as such, the boot is not waterproof. A water-repellant product can be applied to the boot, but even this will not make the boot waterproof. The boot can be cleaned but not by immersing it into water. The boots must be cleaned by hand, using a cleaning product that is designed for use on sheep skin and dried naturally.

One feature of the ugg sheep skin boot that makes it such a popular choice in footwear can also cause the boot to become damaged. That feature is its soft sheep skin. These delicate-skinned boots should never be worn anywhere you're likely to encounter things that can damage or puncture the boot's soft skin, like on a hiking trip. So to ensure the boots live a long life, be sure to properly treat and care for them.

The ugg sheep skin boot is available in many different styles and sizes making this boot the perfect choice for all tastes. These boots are available in sizes for the entire family, including infants, children, men and women. Some ugg sheep skin boot styles include tall boots, and short boots, slipper-style, and boots with extra reinforcements, and much, much more. And then there are the colors – black, tan, pink, blue, purple, red, sand and more arriving in stores every day. The best quality boots are made from genuine sheep skin but imitation boots are everywhere.

Just remember, the better the quality, the higher the price. But when it comes to the Ugg sheep skin boot, keep in mind that you're getting far more than just good looks; you're making a sound investment.

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Source by Brian Fong

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Rain boots helps to protect and keep feet warm during the rainy season. Honestly speaking, you can not walk in the rain wearing open shoes or high heels. That is just insane. Firstly your feet will get wet, extremely cold and it is easy to get infected if you have any open wounds on your feet. So when it rains, try not to go for the all common phrase "freeze and shine". It is better to buy a pair of rain boots that are comfortable and warm for your feet.

On the other hand, rain shoes are similar to rain boots. They are waterproof and warm, keeping your feet safe from the rain. They also serve the same purpose of protecting your feet from extreme weather conditions. However, they do have a slight difference. Rain boots are usually high cut shoes that can go as high as the knees, while rain shoes are low cut shoes which are normally ankle high. Moreover, rain shoes are more preferable worn to the workplace or school without looking weird. This is due to the similar look and style that they have as normal shoes which matches well with different attires. They are commonly made with the material of rubber or leather, so it remains your choice as to what to pick.

As for rubber rain shoes, they are made out of high quality rubber to make sure that they stay waterproof. In fact, they are very common because they are not easily damaged by water like most leather shoes. They are also not affected by extreme weather conditions, that is, if it is cold, they do not get too cold and if it is hot they do not get too hot. You can also walk for long distances wearing rubber rain shoes with flat soles, because of the comfort it offers. As a matter of fact, rubber rain shoes can be bought for a low price as compared to the other types of shoes. They are a cheap and reliable alternative for those who can not afford the expensive leather ones as they provide good comfort and protection as well as them. Rubber rain shoes also reduce the chances of slipping when walking on wet areas as rubber has a better fraction.

It is important to choose wisely and pick aa pair of suitable rain boots or rain shoes that is suitable for your gender and foot size to protect your feet.

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Source by Rachel Dawson

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If you do not know what a walking boot is, or have never had the privilege of using one, I am sure you have walked down a busy street and observed an individual walking around in what appears to be a ski boot. This may appear "odd" especially in mid summer, but that person is wearing a walking boot.

Most doctors refer to these devices as "CAM WALKERS" (controlled ankle motion walkers). They are available in hi-top or low-top walkers. The Hi-top extend to just below the knee cap, where the low-top extends just above the ankle joint.

The Hi-top walkers are usually indicated for acute ankle sprains, stress fractures of the lower leg, soft tissue injuries of the lower leg, stable fractures of the foot and ankle and post-operatively.

Low-Top walking boots are indicated for post-operative foot surgery, metatarsal and digital fractures and soft tissue trauma of the foot and ankle.

Your doctor will determine which type of walker is best for you.

One of the unique features of many Hi and Low top walkers is a "pneumatic" feature, which allows the doctor or patient to inflate the liner inside the boot. The purpose of this feature is multifold.

When the patients leg is places in the walking boot and securely positioned, this inflatable feature provides additional compression to the lower leg / ankle and foot. This is an ideal feature for patients post-surgically, when controlling swelling is key to reducing pain, and improve healing time.

When properly inflated, these types of walking boots provide better immobilization by contouring around the extremity and preventing leg and foot movement within the boot. This ensures better healing for patients with fractures that require no foot or ankle movement.

Many manufacturers obtain this pneumatic feature by placing a pneumatic "bulb" or bubble at the top of the walking boot. The patient simply turns a little rheostat located under the bulb to close the tubes and chambers and "pumps up" the chambers. When the patient needs to deflate the chambers, they simply turn the rheostat control and the air exits the chambers.

There is a slight cost difference between a non pneumatic and pneumatic walking boot, but for patients that want additional comfort and fit, it is well worth the additional cost.

Please consult your treating physician or therapist to determine which type of walking boot is best for your condition.

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Source by Dr.

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Safety boots are an essential piece of equipment that are used in numerous industries to ensure that employees are kept safe from the perils and dangers that can be found in the workplace.

Numerous industries make use of safety boots including building and construction, farming and of course the military. For organisations working in these sectors it is absolutely vital to maintain health and safety standards that are laid down by law to protect workforces from unnecessary and avoidable accidents that can, in the worst and most unfortunate of circumstances lead to death.

So what exactly goes into manufacturing these kinds of boots?

The first and most obvious place to start is with the toecap. Many safety boots are in fact referred to as 'steel toecaps'. This reflects the use of a reinforced area above the toe part of the boot or shoe that is capable of withstanding large amounts of pressure, protecting the lower foot and toes from falling objects and sharp hazards. Steel is the most common and perhaps most traditional method of reinforcing toecaps on safety boots however in modern times, alternative products made from composite materials have been used that have the benefit of being as strong as steel (if not stronger in some cases), as well as being much lighter.

For combat safety boots for example, and those worn by firefighters, paramedics and the police, the additional lightness from composite materials has obvious advantages and it may be very soon that the steel toecap market is relegated to budget lines of safety boots.

Other features that replicate the success of the steel toecap boot are the transference of the idea to other parts of the boot or shoe. Most notable here is the midsole plate, which is designed to protect the sole of the foot from sharp objects that could otherwise pierce the safety boot's base, and render the wearer incapacitated.

Safety style boots can be adapted for use in their various industries such as combat boots for the military, safety wellington boots for those working in food factories and abattoirs as well as for farmers who might need a cross between a wellington and a good sturdy practical all terrain walking boot.

Safety boots are a necessary invention, and their use should continue to form a part of any employer's agenda where the safety of personnel is important. Not only that, employers can prevent legal action in the courts by ensuring that they adhere to the regulations set down by their respective governmental departments.

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Source by Paul Banbury

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My wife and I love to go hiking. In fact, we spent our honeymoon in Zion National Park, Bryce Canyon National Park, and the North and South Rims of the Grand Canyon. But before we ever set foot on a trail, we went out and purchased the most important piece of equipment necessary for weeks of non-stop, hiking; hiking boots.

Even though we would be hiking the same trails, under the same conditions, the basic differences between male and female feet meant we would not be getting the same boots. So what are the differences in our feet that make the construction of mens hiking boots and womens hiking boots so different.

Most obviously, women's feet are shorter and narrower than men's feet. This in itself is expected, since (in general) women are shorter and lighter than men. However, part of this is due to the fact that there is less cartilage between the bones of a woman's foot and her joints and ligaments are softer and more flexible. Also, a woman's heel is proportionally narrower than a man's. Boot manufacturers now compensate for this by either molding a tighter heel box, or adding additional stiff padding to hold the heel snugly in place to reduce sliding.

The effect of the increased flexibility of a woman's foot resulted in two design improvements in the women's boot. First, the more flexible woman's foot requires more support to withstand the continuous stress of hiking. This is generally accomplished by the addition of stiffer mid sole support, such as an insert. The insert is usually molded into the sole in order to retain the traction required for all types of terrain, yet remain flexible enough for a comfortable stride. The second, and possibly more important difference in the mid sole is the enhanced arch support in the woman's boot.

In general, a woman has a higher arch than a man, which needs additional support. However, due to the monthly changes in a woman's hormone levels, specifically estrogen, the arch of her foot actually decreases, since estrogen is a soft tissue relaxant. This relaxation of an already flexible foot causes the shape of a woman's foot to cycle between a relatively high arch and a flat foot. This fluctuation in the arch makes it critical for the mid sole of a woman's boot to have an enhanced (stiffer) arch support.

One manufacturer (Lowa) has taken the difference in foot structure a step further, since it also creates a difference in posture. A man's stance and stride is not as upright as a woman's so Lowa has designed a 2 degree offset into the ankle shaft of their mens hiking boots in order to provide a more balanced stance. Since women have a naturally more upright stance, this offset does not exist in the ankle design of their womens hiking boots.

Understanding the differences between mens hiking boots and womens hiking boots should make it much easier for you to select a proper fitting boot. Just because a womans foot is naturally smaller, do not assume that purchasing a smaller sized mans boot is the way to go. The best option is to try on hiking boots that are specifically designated as women's hiking boots. This immediately tells you that the manufacturer understands the differences between a man's foot and a woman's foot, and has designed their boots to address those differences.

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Source by Mark Rocco

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Just when your shoes or boots start getting comfortable you notice a split on the side of the sole. Or a heel starts to separate. You can take the culprit into a cobbler for some 'shoe restoration' to have the sole repaired or the boot heel glued back or you can do it yourself in a few seconds. There are a couple of options. Shoe Goo and an advanced or commercial grade cyanoacrylate (superglue).

Shoe Goo is the favorite of the skateboarders as it will glue most things together and fill some serious gaps left by the road scraping off parts of the sneakers.

Super Glue and Krazy Glue are cyanoacrylates – that is the chemical base of super glue or Krazy Glue. Advanced or commercial grade super glues have characteristics that make them a better fix than off the shelf super glue.

Both types of products (Shoe Goo and super glue type glues) have their use. Both of these types of glue will last for quite some time so are good to have around as they will not go bad and will be available when you need them. Both will dry flexible.

Shoe Goo can be purchased in hardware stores and some sports shops and certainly online. It is fairly thick and comes in clear, black and white. One can actually use it to rebuild a worn heel on a boot or running shoes. It can be used to re-attach a split in the sole of the shoe or heel but as it is so thick I find a product like a high end super glue (a commercial grade cyanoacylate) more useful.

To rebuild a heel with shoe goo you first of all need to use a bit of sandpaper to roughen up the surface. This gives the glue something to attach to. Once that is done just squeeze some out of the tube and shape it with a small stick. Most packages of Shoe Goo will come with a stick for applying. If you are going to apply in layers to build a bit thicker wait about 5-6 hours between applications. Allow 24 hours before walking on the boot or shoe. It dries shiny but that will wear off once you start walking.

If the sole has separated somewhere you can carefully squeeze in some of the glue then press the two surfaces together. This is not the best glue for this type of application as it can be messy but with care can be done. When you press the two surfaces together some will squeeze out and you can scrape off with a piece of wood or metal to get the edge smooth. Let this set for 24 hours as well. It will be flexible when cured.

How and when to use an Advanced Cyanoacrylate for a 'Shoe Fix'

If you have a sole or heel starting to separate the Shoe Goo can get messy very easily and if you are trying to repair a pair of dress shoes or very nice boots this may not be the material to use. If you use super glue or Krazy Glue you may run into problems as well because they often get brittle when dry and once you start walking in your shoes or boots they very likely will come apart again.

Commercial grade cyanoacrylates are made from the same base as superglue but without the solvents will dry clear and flexible. They are extremely easy to use and being almost instant you do not have to wait to wear the shoe or boot.

Some examples of types of situations where you might use this type of super glue: the toe of the sneaker or running shoe starts coming apart; heel of a boot starts to separate or falls off; two layers of leather on dress shoes start to separate.

One of the benefits of this type of product is that it will wick in. This means that if you put a drop at the edge of a crack or joint that is just starting to split, it will go into that space. It will kind of be drawn into it. This means less mess.

So, for a split in a shoe try to hold the shoe or boot so that the split is open as much as possible and so that the glue can run down into it. Place the tip of the spout at the edge and gently squeeze a drop into the gap. If it is fairly lengthy you may need to run the tip of the bottle along the line of the gap while gently squeezing out a bit of glue. Set the bottle aside and press the two surfaces firmly together. This type of glue takes only a few minutes to set. Give it a few more minutes and you can walk in your shoes or boots. Take care as some of the glue may run out as you squeeze the two surfaces together – hold the shoe so that it does not run onto the top or other parts where a stain could show.

This makes for a great emergency fix: You are ready to go to work or the party and you find that the heel of your dress shoe is loose. Take out your commercial grade super glue, apply it and within a few seconds you are good to go.

Both types of glue will be water proof when cured. With these two types of glue and a bit of duct tape you can fix just about anything.

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Source by MG Jones

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You bought your favorite pair of waterproof hiking boots years ago and they've protected your feet and allowed you many, many miles of excellent hiking, wonderful backpacking and camping and some unforgettable memories. But they're beginning to get a bit worn, starting to crack a bit and you've replaced the inners several times and even re-glued the soles a few times.

They've become a part of your family, have treated you well and you're wondering if maybe it's time to think about replacing them but you're not sure if they're ready for the trash heap yet. So, how do you know when your favorite hiking boots are in need of replacing? We'll try to answer that question for you here.

The first thing you should consider is the boot sole. Is the sole losing it's traction? Are you finding that you are slipping a bit more than you used to and that it's more difficult to stay on slippery surfaces that you used to be able to cling to almost like a fly? You know how important it is to have good traction. Without that traction, those rocks and other smooth surfaces that you cross are going to be much more difficult to stay on. This can cause all kinds of problems so you know you need soles that grab the surface and hold when you need them to. Are the soles getting smooth and obviously worn? If so, it's time to replace the boots.

Also, in regard to the soles: are they actually wearing down and losing their thickness? Are you beginning to feel small stones and pebbles when you walk on them, more than usual? Do your feet bottoms feel rather sore and aching after walking for several hours? If so, do not hesitate. Get some new hiking boots because these old dogs are losing their comfort and protection qualities which is why you bought them in the first place, right?

When you cross shallow water areas or climb on sandy hills, do you find that more debris is beginning to seep into your boots, causing you to have to stop and change socks or empty out your boots more frequently? This means the scree collar padding is wearing thin and is unable to keep out the "stuff" that it used to keep out. You can not just replace the scree collar. It's time for you to consider another pair of hiking boots, my friend.

Remember when you first got your boots and you never or rarely ever got any kind of blisters or hot spots? They were very comfortable and you could walk for extremely long distances without even an itch or any type of sign of blistering or foot fatigue. If you are starting to get blisters or hot spots on your feet, anywhere, now, it's a sign that the inner surfaces of the boots are thinning out and are not providing the protection and padding that they once did. You can only change the foot bed liners so many times. Once the padding under the foot bed begins to wear out and break down, it's time for another pair of boots.

In a related sense, when those padded linings that have served you so well begin to cause you to feel tenderness (or worse), even after short hikes, they've seen their best days and they're trying to tell you that it's time to let them go. These built-in linings can not be replaced. Move on to a new pair.

One of the most obvious signs of the need for replacement is when the seams, that used to hold out water and other debris, begin to split and come loose. Yes, you can take them to a shoe repair shop and hope that they can extend the life of the boots but keep in mind that sometimes it does no good or even makes matters worse. First of all, they'll need to completely remove all the threading in the seams, place waterproof glue in them and then re-sew new seams in. This will often leave small holes in the uppers that will allow water to seep in. In addition, when new threads are sewn in, new hot spot possibilities are increased with changes in pressure and suture rubbing. You sure do not want this. You can let the repair shop do the work and then use the old hikers around the house to mow the lawn in or use in the garden but they're no longer suitable for extended hiking.

Everyone hates to give up the things they love and we often do form a loving relationship with truly excellent hiking boots that have served us well for so long but when they're ready to give up the ghost, do not try to drag more life out of the old friends. Let them die with dignity.

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Source by Vaughn Dean J Lee

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There's a lot of names out there for different kinds of boots. You have galoshes, gumboots, snow boots, waders, Wellies, Wellingtons, rubber boots and probably other names I can not even remember. So you might be wondering, "are wellies the same as rain boots?" Let's find out by learning a bit more about wellies!

For the most part, yes, wellies are the same as rain boots. But to get more picky, while all Wellies can basically be considered rain boots, not all rain boots are wellies. Wellies are always made of rubber, but rain boots are not necessarily so. While one could argue that rubber boots are the only ones that are truly waterproof, there are still many boots marketed as rain boots that are not made of the material.

Many rain boots can be made of synthetic materials that are treated to be water-resistant. Even canvas boots that are treated with a protective coating can do a pretty good job of protecting your feet from the wet and cold weather. But they certainly are not wellies.

So what are Wellies?

Wellies is basically a nickname for a particular type of rubber boot that originated in Great Britain. Originally, they were referred to as Wellingtons, which is a name brand for boots made by a British company called Hunter Wellington. They were probably the first manufacturer of what we call wellies today, so both Wellingtons and Wellies refers to these types of boots, and generally it is the name used regardless of what company actually makes them. While Hunter Wellington is still around and making great boots, lots of companies, such as J Crew or even Jimmy Choo, make the same style today.

While this style of boot has long been fashionable in rainy England, Wellies are a big hit everywhere today thanks to some fashion trends that made the boots more stylish and cute. You do not have to get by with a pair of army green or black boots. Nowadays, you can buy wellies in all kinds of fashion colors and even prints.

I think some of the print designs for these boots make them particularly cute. My favorites are the plaids and floral prints, especially when bright colors are used. They are ideal for rainy spring days if you want to spend them splashing around in puddles. What could be more fun? Especially when you do not have to worry about your feet getting wet.

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Source by Jennifer Connolly

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Even though women's gear has become more and more common in snowboarding over the years, it's still a lot easier to find men's snowboard boots. That's because there are just more of them. Snowboarding was originally a sport dominated by men and that means that some of the more established brands have been churning out men's gear a lot more than women's gear. A lot of women can get frustrated by this and might consider buying men's gear for any number of reasons. But there are a few things to consider before buying a men's boot for a woman's foot.

It can be very tempting for many girls to buy a men's snowboard boot. For whatever reason, many companies think that girls only want pink butterflies and purple stars on their gear. If you're looking for something a little more gender neutral, men's gear is where you're most likely to turn. Men's gear also tends to have a wider range in terms of function. Almost every company offers more men's snowboard boots than women's; some companies even have twice as many men's boots! Sometimes that lack of selection can make finding the right boot almost impossible for a female snowboarder.

So just get a men's snowboard boot, right? Not so fast. Unless you have feet and legs suited to men's boots, you might regret your decision to buy boots made for the other gender. At the anatomical level, women's feet and legs are quite a bit different than men's. One of the biggest problems with getting a men's boot is that women tend to have narrower feet and may experience significant heel lift if they step into a men's boot. That can cause not only a performance problem, but pain and discomfort. In addition, women tend to have lower calf muscles than men. The higher back on a men's boot may dig right into the middle of the calf muscle on a woman and cause quite a lot of irritation during a full day of riding.

But the differences between the foot and the boot are not the only reason you should reconsider buying a boot outside your gender. The way the boots fit with the bindings is crucial. If you have women's bindings, but a men's snowboard boot, you may have trouble getting the boot to fit in the binding properly. This is because boots are made to fit specifically with bindings and mixing men's and women's gear can throw off the fit. Not only might you have poor performance, but you could be putting yourself at a safety risk if your boots do not fit into your bindings.

The truth is that it really is not the end of the world if you're a woman who wants to buy some men's boots. But you may not get all the fun out of your experience that you would if you had a boot better designed for your foot. It's always a good idea to buy the boot that was designed the best for you. If you're still set on getting a men's snowboard boot, you may want to shop around a little longer to see if you can not find a women's boot that you like.

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Source by Matt Banks

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It's hard to find a way of having more fun in the winter, so there's nothing better than spending time on the slopes at the weekends, boarding and skiing. The trouble is when you get home, exhausted but happy, the temptation is to simply put the gear away in the garage and go and get a hot drink. You think to yourself that you'll get up early and sort it out in the morning, but you forget and the next time you see the gear will be the next weekend you pack it in to the car to head off to the slopes. So the ski gear will still be left cold and damp for another few days.

After a few weeks of this kind of treatment, you'll probably notice that your boots are starting to smell a little ripe. This is because all the cold and damp has led to the growth of bacteria in the fabric parts of the boot liners, and they love to give off that very noticeable odour.

What to Do

To get rid of the smell you have to get rid of the bacteria, so you'll need to do the following:

Clean the Boots

• Take the liners out of the boots, and put them in a warm room or office to dry. This step alone will kill a proportion of the bacteria.
• Fill a sink or a bucket with warm water and add one cupful of white vinegar and small amount of laundry powder.
• Soak the liners in the mix for at least 30 minutes. The vinegar will kill off most of the remaining bacteria and the detergent will deal with the sweat and dirt that any future bacteria would like to feed on.
• While the liners are soaking, use a sponge soaked in the same solution to clean off the rest of the boots.
• Once the liners have soaked, rinse them thoroughly in clean water. Do not worry if they still smell of vinegar after rinsing, that smell will disappear as they dry.
• Reshape the liners and leave them on a towel to dry thoroughly in a warm room.

Keep the Bacteria at Bay

The cleaning will have dealt with the majority of the bacteria, and so the liners will smell much more sweetly now. The next step is try to prevent the bacteria taking hold again:

• Spray the liners with an odour spray such as Febreeze or Odour Eater. Office cleaner suppliers are usually a good source for these kind s of products.
• Make an insert that you can use between sessions on the slopes. Baking soda and Coffee Grounds are ideal for this. Fill and old pair of socks with a mix of the soda and coffee, and tie them off to make a pouch, and put them into the boots when they're not in use.

Prevention

The best solution is to dry the boots thoroughly after each use.

• Get in the habit of bringing the boots in to a warm dry room and removing the liners to allow them to air, rather than putting them away wet.
• Once they are dry, spray the liners with an odour control spray, and drop in the sock pouches described above.

These simple cleaning tips will make your boots much more pleasant to put on and wear, and who knows, you may even find other people want to join you on the slopes again!

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Source by Jerry Saddington