Men's Rain Boot Stores

Men's Rain Boot Stores

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  Hunter : Hunter sell men's, women's and kids' rain boots online. Buy direct from the company. You may also wish to consider the outerwear and accessories ranges.  Address: Hunter-Boot USA, 140 West 57th Street, Suite 7B, New York, NY 10019 Phone: 877-495-1500 E-mail: Information@Hunter-Boot.com Contact name: Gemma Green

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How Rain Boots Are Made

Traditional rain boots — wellingtons — are made from natural rubber, vulcanised so the material becomes durable, flexible and completely waterproof. Modern versions also use PVC and other synthetics, which cost less and weigh less but can feel stiffer in cold weather, when natural rubber stays supple. Construction is the point: a rain boot has no stitched upper seams for water to seep through, and the sole is moulded or bonded as part of the same waterproof unit. Inside, a textile lining helps the boot slide on and manages moisture; neoprene-lined versions add insulation for winter use. Calf fit is a real variable that leather shoes never raise — standard, wide and adjustable-calf versions exist, and a boot that grips the calf too tightly will be uncomfortable within an hour.

Tall, Mid-Calf or Ankle: Choosing a Height

Height is chosen by water depth and by how you will walk. Tall boots, reaching just below the knee, are the choice for fields, allotments, dog walking across wet ground and any work where mud is ankle-deep or worse. Mid-calf boots split the difference for gardens and general wet days. Ankle-height rain boots and rain shoes suit city use: they handle puddles and downpours on pavements, pack easily, and look closer to ordinary footwear. Traction matters more than most buyers expect — wet leaves, mud and smooth stone are all slippery, so look for a cleated, lugged sole rather than a smooth one, especially if the boots will leave the pavement.

Sizing and Care

Rain boots are usually bought in whole sizes and often run generous, because they are designed to be worn with thick socks; if you are between sizes, the thicker sock — or an insulating insole — usually settles the choice better than sizing down into a tight boot. There are no laces to adjust fit, so the boot has to be right in the shop. Care is simple: rinse mud off after use, dry the boots away from radiators and direct heat, which can crack rubber, and store them upright and out of strong sunlight. A silicone-based rubber conditioner keeps natural rubber from blooming and drying. Kept that way, a quality pair of rain boots is an occasional purchase measured in years, which is why buying from a specialist retailer such as those listed here pays off.