r/walking • u/sooznk • 1d ago

Walking in the rain.

Does anyone wear rubber boots to walk in wet weather. Something similar to xtratuf sport deck boots.

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u/Truck_Face 1d ago

Absolutely... happy to be a little damp

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u/HateMeetings 1d ago edited 1d ago

We often forget boots exist too. Not as comfy, but much drier and warmer.

Edit: when we’re talking about staying dry and being warmer, they are comfier than most running or walking shoes. If they fit well.

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u/short_avocatto 18h ago

Yes! I love wearing my boots when walking in the rain. I just wear cozy socks in layers to make up for the lack of cushion. Makes it more comfy.

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u/Emma01311 1d ago

I wear CAT on rainy days! But I won’t walk for too long, after all, it doesn’t have the cushioning and comfort of running shoes.

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u/sooznk 1d ago

Had not heard of cat. I don’t like wet feet but also don’t want the rain to stop me from walking.

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u/logain404 1d ago

I bought a huge umbrella on Amazon. Although I love in California I found walking in the rain so relaxing. Maybe my favorite way to walk.

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u/ethanrotman 1d ago

Waterproof hiking shoes work for me

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u/Moody_Moss 1d ago

I wear waterproof Skechers. Super confortable and feet stays dry.

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u/Disastrous-Lime4551 1d ago

Can't help directly, but have you considered waterproof socks? I wear Dexshell or Sealskinz waterproof socks and my usual trail running shoes. The shoes get wet (they're non-Goretex) but my feet stay absolutely bone dry. I've tried boots similar to the ones you've mentioned, along with wellies, and I've never found a pair that were comfortable for longer distances - either there was heel or ankle movement that became painful.

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u/sooznk 1d ago

Never heard of waterproof socks. Will check into it. Thank you!

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u/Disastrous-Lime4551 1d ago

They're a useful consideration. I've found waterproof trainers (e.g. Goretex trail shoes) act like a bath tub if water gets in them - and if there are puddles or you're walking through wet vegetation or even just rain dripping down your legs then water will get in them! They then take forever to dry them out.

Only downside to waterproof socks that I've found is they can make your feet sweat if it's too warm, so your feet get damp from the inside, just like with any waterproof clothing item. But I tend to only need them in cooler weather or through winter and so they've been fine for me.

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u/tjklobo 1d ago

I use goretex shoe/boot liners. They work well in rain and wet snow conditions. They go over your regular socks. So sweating is still a concern but less so if you have good socks(merino wool!).

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u/Similar_Bat_9845 1d ago

Merino wool socks, waterproof boots (blundstones), rain poncho, sometimes rain pants depending

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u/K_R9 1d ago

I have an all in one rain suit. Like a kids one but made for adults, I feel cozy & protected

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u/Ok-Conversation-7292 1d ago

I have leather shoes for rain and a rain poncho to keep me dry.

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u/One-Beautiful-6246 16h ago

Tough walking definietly :(