Connoisseurs of sneakers now and in the winter cold can afford the pleasure of wearing their favorite shoes with comfort. To really drive away winter sneakers for the whole winter, you need to know how to choose them correctly and which brand to prefer. Answers to all questions are waiting for you in our ranking of the best.

How to choose winter sneakers

It should be understood that the movement around the city in autumn and winter is not only cold and snow, but also dirt, plenty of water, various reagents, which are sprinkled on the roads. Therefore, when choosing a suitable sports couple, one should take into account not only the stylish exterior. What else?

Type of material

So what can winter sneakers be made of? The list is small:

1. Leather and Suede. After a hike in the city it will not be possible to simply shake off the snow from the shoes, if its external surface is not properly protected from moisture. No doubt, in the arsenal of many there may be a special water-repellent spray, but, nevertheless, it is better to focus on models of winter sneakers, soaked in a special composition even during the production process.
2. Gore-tex. This material consists of a special membrane that is fixed between the outer surface of the shoe and its lining. Sneakers, made of Gore-Tex, perfectly retain heat inside, are impermeable to water, breathe well. Neither moisture nor snow will get inside such a product, and the moisture accumulated inside will easily go out through the pores of the membrane. This is the best option for winters with temperatures around -5 ° C.⁰ and in the case when the movement is carried out mainly in the car.
3. Neoprene. This is a microporous rubber of artificial origin. The material is pleasant to the touch, perfectly retains heat inside, while the moisture inside does not fall. Neoprene is durable and perfectly resists the formation of fungus. Nevertheless, it cannot be called as “breathing” as Gore-Tex.

Lining

If the frost does not scare you, and you want to enjoy wearing your favorite shoes on cold winter days, you should take care of the choice of high-quality insulation. For winter sneakers produce mainly such a lining:

1. Sherpa - fabric that imitates suede from the outside, and faux fur from the inside. Perfectly warms, has high thermal insulation properties.
2. Faux fur - has a presentable appearance, keeps warm inside, gives the skin breathe freely, and retains its original properties for a long time.
3. PrimaLoft Silver - substitute of down of synthetic origin. Excellent wicking, soft, comfortable to the touch, compact. Shoes made with this lining will not look cumbersome, and, importantly, will be easy.

Sole

It is the sole that can become the “weak link” of the whole structure, making the shoes unsuitable for wearing during the cold period of the year. Poor or inappropriate material of the sole dubeet in the cold, and in addition it can also become slippery. That is why the composition of the soles for winter sneakers include special additives. Be sure to pay attention to the relief of the soles: the recesses should be as much as possible (this will facilitate walking in deep snow, and on the ice will not go so slippery).

Top brands of winter sneakers

Nomination	a place	brand	rating
Top brands of winter sneakers	1	Columbia	4.9
	2	ASICS	4.8
	3	Salomon	4.8
	4	New balance	4.8
	5	Adidas	4.7
	6	Reebok	4.7
	7	Nike	4.7
	8	Camper lab	4.6
	9	La sportiva	4.5

Columbia

Rating: 4.9

For 70 years of its existence, the world famous brand of sports shoes and clothing adheres to a simple principle: leadership is achieved only by creating the best products. The company specializes in creating innovative products that can withstand even the most severe "tests" of the cold.

The brand offers comfortable, practical and durable models that are not only comfortable to wear, but also provide excellent cushioning of the foot in the process of walking. The bumper of winter sneakers is reinforced, thus avoiding injuries if you accidentally hit any obstacle. You can choose models for urban conditions and off-road.

ASICS

Rating: 4.8

The Japanese brand specializes in running shoes, so if you are looking for winter running shoes for yourself, ASICS is a great choice. It should be noted that the shoes from the ASICS company dominate the finishes of the majority of world races.

In models of sneakers designed for winter wear, products warmed by artificial fur prevail. They are equipped with a special gel cushioning, absorbing the impact with a heavy load on the foot. There are winter sneakers, designed for the harsh climate (Tiger series), ideal for Russian winters.

Salomon

Rating: 4.8

The French brand has been producing sports shoes, clothing and accessories for more than half a century, inspiring consumers to perform small sports exploits. Winter sneakers from Salomon - is, first of all, simplicity, comfort, practicality. The result is a killer combination, which allowed to create high-quality, comfortable to wear shoes.

All models of winter sneakers are distinguished by excellent grip, good shock absorption, high-quality ventilation. You can pick up original products with a design that allows you to use it even for running on rough terrain. The sole of some models has built-in metal spikes for better grip.

New balance

Rating: 4.8

The American brand is among the five largest and most successful manufacturers of sports shoes and clothing. The company can be called a real giant in its industry. A distinctive feature of the sneakers New Balance - a unique instep, developed by the creator of the company: based on three reference points, allowing to achieve the perfect balance of the foot. Even with long wearing winter sneakers, you will not feel tired legs.

In the production of models used isoprene rubber, perfectly absorb shock load, able to withstand intense pressure on the sole. Thus, the load itself is minimal at the sole, thereby prolonging its “viability”.

Adidas

Rating: 4.7

The world famous brand is famous not only for its innovative approach to the creation of its products, but also for its respect for the environment (this is also due to the prevalence of natural materials in products).In 2019, the company launched a production line of shoes made of recycled plastic under the slogan: "Save our oceans." Adidas winter sneakers are pleased with the quality of tailoring, ease of construction, "endurance" in conditions of moderate cold.

Reebok

Rating: 4.7

The brainchild of the famous German brand - Adidas. The company often pleases fans of sports shoes with original, stylish models, ideal for wearing in urban environments. For winter sneakers from the brand Reebok should pay attention to those who need the most simple, comfortable, stylish shoes, without any claims for endurance. In products mainly natural materials are used, as a heater the artificial fur and a shepher is applied.

Nike

Rating: 4.7

The legendary American brand is a real colossus in the field of creating sports shoes for both professional and amateur extreme lovers. By the way, the famous “air” technology Air, which opened the world to a new level of comfort when wearing sneakers, was invented 50 years ago and brought the brand as many billions in revenues.

Brand philosophy is based on high social responsibility to the consumer, so all brand products (only the original should be taken into account) are notable for their high durability and incredible convenience.

Camper lab

Rating: 4.6

A relative young company among real sports "sharks" with a multi-billion dollar turnover. Created by a simple shoemaker, she specializes in the manufacture of comfortable shoes with a unique, individual style. Indeed, the manufacturer's models have a stylish design, quite resistant to wear. The brand made a bid mainly on the creation of shoes for everyday wear. Finding options for sports is rather problematic.

La sportiva

Rating: 4.5

Since the beginning of its work in the 20s of the last century, a modest family business has become a large company, which, by the way, has become a real innovator in the production of mountain boots, shoes for alpine skiing and climbing. Currently, the brand is considered the best in the world in the production of mountain shoes.

When creating winter sneakers, La Sportiva company preferred models designed for long-term running, approaches, tracking, etc. The brand offers several winter sneakers that will become a real boon for those who cannot imagine life without active training even in the cold season. These products are characterized by excellent adhesion, are protected from ingress of dirt, snow chips, etc. The sneakers are extremely flexible, perfectly cover the foot, the degree of tension of the shoes is easily adjusted (thanks to the lacing integrated inside).

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Attention! This rating is subjective, is not advertising and does not serve as a guide to the purchase. Before buying, you should consult with a specialist.