Awesome Boots

These rugged shoes are perfect for working in the yard, or any place where dirt, mud, slush, or water is in the mix. They’re 100% waterproof, offer Neoprene insulation and a breathable lining, and slip on and off without laces. Choose from the Muckster II low or ankle boot.

Zonkey’s new Zerofoureight.editon aka Shrunken Bull boots have uppers that are each made from a single piece of bull shoulder leather, which shrinks when it’s tanned. The result is a powerful pattern that actually feels as smooth as suede.

Inspired by the boots of 1900s linemen, these retro boots have full-grain leather uppers that have been hand finished to get a worn-in look. They also have memory foam footbeds and Vibram outsoles. Available in light brown and dark brown.

While it does have a reinforced tongue and a Vibram outsole, Greats‘ first hiking boot is geared for comfort, with a fuzzy suede upper, Vachetta leather inner lining and easily removable bakery string-style laces. Available in two colorways.

Timberland celebrates Super Bowl 50 by partnering with Horween, the official leather supplier for NFL footballs. These classic 6″ boots have an upper made of brown or black football leather. They also have rawhide laces and 18k gold eyelets.

If you missed out on the Concepts eggplant timbos, keep an eye out for this similar release from another frequent Timberland collaborator. Villa says the shoe was inspired by rare purple diamonds, but let’s just call a cool shoe a cool shoe. Drops 1/28/16 for $200.

SeaVees‘ new boot was inspired by the ones worn by the US Marine Corps back in the ’60s. It has a weathered roughout leather upper that’s been polished at the heel and toe, a comfortable leather-lined insole and a lightweight rubber outsole.

Converse joins the sneakerboot game with these winter-ready Chucks. The Tekoa has a molded heel for grip, a rubber overlay on the upper for waterproofing and a high collar and padded tongue for warmth. Available in brown/black and all black.

Designed to handle the most rugged, muddy, and rocky trails, the Traverse hiking boots represent yet another extraordinary value from Ascend. With shock absorbing cushioning and waterproof linings, they’re sure to keep your feet dry and comfy, even on the longest hikes.

Adidas lightweight utility boots gets the Tubular treatment. The Tubular GSG9 features a durable and winter-ready upper made of suede and Cordura nylon. Available in yellow, black and black with snow camo print.

We’ve already seen the Lunar Force 1 Duckboot (and in an alternate colorway, no less). The other new men’s Sneakerboots are the Flyknit Trainer Chukka Sneakerboot, the Air Max 95 Sneakerboot and the Air Max 90 Sneakerboot. Drops 11/5.

Nike gives more teeth to the Lunar Force 1 Sneakerboot. This duckboot variant has rubber spikes on its toecap, Water-shield protection on its upper, an insulated lining and a Lunarlon midsole.

Nike modded its classic running shoe with hiking boot features for the upcoming winter. The Air Max 90 Utility has a water-repellent upper, an inner sock and toothed outsole. Available in five colorways.

Part of the capsule collection by Adidas Originals and Japanese clothing brand Neighborhood, this hybrid shoe is a mix between the Superstar and a hiking boot. Available in light brown/brown or all black.

Viberg’s new take on its service boot exclusively for 3sixteen. The Mini Ripple has a natural or black roughout upper, a stacked leather midsole, a heel pull-up loop and a Vibram mini ripple sole.

Part of Adidas Originals’ 2014 Fall/Winter collaboration with Barbour, the GSG9 is a military-style winter boot. It has a nappa leather and waxed fabric upper with suede trim. Also available here and here.

Cole Haan applies its ultra lightweight, flexible and comfortable ZeroGrand outsole to retain the rugged look and construction without the tiring weight of traditional boots. Available in black, green and brown.

Made by Italian shoemaker Diemme for Stone Island, the S0559 combat boots have laces that go from the upper up to the tongue for adjusting the fit, but are easily fastened or unfastened thanks to the central zipper.

Low cut boots by Umberto Luce. They have a stonewashed leather upper, sandblasted toe and heels, latex insole, anti-slip inserts on the heels and a rubber and leather outsole. Available in four colors.

Tsubo’s dressed-up take on the classic low-rise chukka. We love the detail of the woven leather along the bottom edge. Its air-injected outsole reduces weight for added comfort. Available in rich bourbon brown or deep navy blue.

If you found Cole Haan’s original LunarGrand boots quite plain, check out the releases from its Camo Collection. Available in forest and desert camo, these give you the look of military boots without the weight and discomfort.

We love how these shoes are just the right height, plus that quilted leather front and hiking style laces look great together. They’re perfect for active everyday wear, and can take what winter has to dish out. Also available in grey.

Cole Haan expands its popular LunarGrand lineup with these understated boots. They have a water-resistant leather upper with rip stop panels, blue leather lining and of course Nike Lunarlon midsoles. Available in black and olive.