Boots
Tip 4 - Kick The Habit
Protecting the chassis of your boots from damage is critical to preventing damage to the waterproof liner inside of the boot. Cuts or other damage to the outside of the boot can compromise waterproofness. Keep your boots clean and make sure they are allowed to thoroughly dry between uses.
Boot soles are like tires. High mileage tires are built with denser rubbers, but offer much lower traction than low mileage tires which aggressively grip the road at the expense of durability. Boot manufacturers try to build boot soles that straddle the middle-ground between durability and traction. Running boards are designed with sharp edges intended to dig into your boot sole to help keep your feet on the sled. While this is necessary to provide good traction on those deep powdery days we love so much, it comes at a cost in the way of wear and tear on the boot soles. No one likes their boots to wear out prematurely but slipping off your running boards is also not an option. If you’re the type of rider who kicks the running boards aggressively and frequently, you will likely experience a reduced boot lifespan. If you want to extend the life of your boots, try to reduce the number of times you kick your running boards clean.