Why your feet hurt

A warm boot should not cost you your toes

Tap a spot to see why it hurts.

A woman standing in the Emberfield boots, side view showing her hips, knees, ankles and the ball of her foot
  1. When your feet are tilted all day, everything above them adjusts to compensate.

    In EmberfieldYou keep a natural stance on frozen ground.

Nothing pressing. Nothing tilting.

What you get with Emberfield

A snow boot whose sole still grips when the temperature drops

1

Grip that survives a proper cold snap

A cold resistant compound keeps the deep lugs flexible and biting.

2

Even warmth, not warm patches

A plush fleece lining sits over a cotton padded layer.

3

Thick socks and room for your toes

The front keeps its wide five toe barefoot shape.

4

On and off without removing your gloves

One pull on the bungee toggle cinches the whole boot.

5

Snow stays out on deeper ground

The collar sits high, above the ankle.

6

High cover that still lets you move

The body twists freely rather than holding your foot rigid.

The details, if you want them

Style
Barefoot winter snow boot
Shoe type
Insulated high top boot
Season
Winter, cold weather
Best for
Snow, winter walks, cold weather commuting, light hiking
Upper material
Water repellent umbrella cloth with microfiber
Lining
Plush fleece with cotton padding
Outsole
Cold resistant lugged rubber
Sole profile
Zero drop
Toe box
Wide, five toe barefoot shape
Closure
Bungee toggle with heel pull tab
Upper coverage
High top, above the ankle
Water resistance
Water repellent, not fully waterproof

What to expect

The first two weeks

Your feet need a few weeks.

  1. Day one, wearing the Emberfield indoors on a wooden floor

    Day 1 to 3

    A couple of hours

    Around the house.

  2. Stepping outside in the Emberfield on a cold winter day

    Day 4 to 7

    Half a day

    Short walks outside.

  3. Sitting outside in the Emberfield after a winter walk

    Day 8 to 14

    Most of the day

    Out on frozen ground.

  4. Walking easily along a frosty path in the Emberfield

    Day 15 on

    All day, every day

    Wear them anywhere.

Why it works

What Emberfield actually does for your feet

Overhead view of the Emberfield showing its wide barefoot toe box

Warm all the way round, not just underneath

Plush fleece with a cotton padded layer.

Side view of the Emberfield showing its level zero drop sole

Your toes still splay, even in winter socks

Wide at the toes, even with thick socks.

Three quarter view of the Emberfield winter boot

A sole that stays grippy when it is actually cold

Cold resistant rubber, so grip stays.

The weight

You do not wear your boots. You lift them, about 7,000 times a day.

A normal winter boot adds a few ounces. Multiply that by 7,000.

18 oz per shoe

Weight you stop lifting, every day

0 lb

One shoe per step, at 7,000 steps a day.

Why this pair

Emberfield next to a standard snow boot

In real use
Emberfield
A bulky winter boot
Below freezing
EmberfieldStays supple
A bulky winter bootStiffens, slides
Over thick socks
EmberfieldWide, toes splay
A bulky winter bootNarrow, crowded
Pulling them on
EmberfieldOne toggle tug
A bulky winter bootCold fingers
Deep snow
EmberfieldHigh collar
A bulky winter bootLow cuff, snow in
On frozen ground
EmberfieldLevel
A bulky winter bootRaised heel
Rain and slush
EmberfieldWater repellent
A bulky winter bootSoaks, stays cold
Rough ground
EmberfieldTwists with you
A bulky winter bootRigid, holds still
Weight, the pair
EmberfieldLight
A bulky winter bootHeavy, tires legs

Fit and anatomy

Shaped like a foot, not a wedge

Your toes should sit inside the outline, with room to spread.

Overhead view of Emberfield showing its wide barefoot toe box

Put your foot on the insole. Your toes should sit inside the outline with room to spread.

It gives where your foot needs it to.

Room across the front, even over thick winter socks.

  • Foot shapedtoe box, room to splay
  • Zero dropheel and toe sit level
  • True to sizeelastic laces, nothing to tie

No seam across the top, so nothing digs in.

Questions

Emberfield questions, answered

How warm are the Emberfield boots?

Comfortably warm for fall and early winter. The velvet fleece lining holds heat while staying light, making these a great transitional boot for cool and cold weather days rather than deep freeze conditions.

Are they waterproof or water resistant?

They are water resistant. The umbrella fabric and microfiber upper sheds rain, slush and light snow so your feet stay dry in everyday wet weather. They are not built for wading through deep water.

Do they grip on snow and slick ground?

Yes. The flexible anti slip rubber sole grips wet pavement, snow and damp leaves. It keeps you steady on typical winter walks, though we always suggest care on solid ice.

Are these really barefoot boots?

They are. Emberfield is zero drop with a wide toe box and a thin flexible sole, so your toes can spread and your foot bends naturally with every step, even as an ankle boot.

What size should I choose with thick socks?

They fit true to size for most people. If you wear thicker socks, or you are between sizes or have wider feet, size up a half size for a roomier fit. Women and men have separate sizing, chosen with the Women and Men buttons at the top of the page.

How do I clean the upper and fleece lining?

Wipe the water resistant umbrella fabric and microfiber upper with a damp cloth and let it air dry naturally, which keeps the water resistant finish working. Let the velvet fleece lining dry fully between wears and keep them away from direct heat.

What if they do not work out?

You are covered by a 30 day money back guarantee. Return them within 30 days for a full refund. We ship to the US and CA.