Non-slip winter boots?

[adapting]

Hi, thinking ahead to icy winter conditions, any tips for not falling on ice or wet? I am looking for boots, I have worn snow boots in the past which are fine outdoors but lethal on supermarket ect floors. This year I found out I have -2.4 bone density so I am very wary of injuries. Sometimes I put socks on outside my shoes, is this the best solution? I've been looking at traction things that you put on outside the shoes but they would have to be removed to go indoors so not the most practical. I don't drive so I walk to the shops. Thanks in advance for any sharing

[Fruitandnutcase]

Socks on the outside would work I think but I think they will wear out quickly. I’ve got Yaktracks which are the sort of thing you are talking about I think they might be best for snow.

We’ve got one pair that has what looks like wire springs over the sole and another pair that is rubber with metal studs.

I’ve also got a pair of Merrill apres-ski type boots with very good soles on them and I find my lightweight waterproof walking boots good too.

I’m planning on using my Nordic walking poles in the unlikely event I actually venture out in icy weather. I’m using them along with a backpack at the moment if I’m walking anywhere that might be muddy.

[Maggie6]

I would concur with everything fruitandnutcase has said and have done all the things mentioned in snowy/icy/ muddy conditions .I live at the top of a hill near moorland and walk every day .Most of the footpaths near me are churned up by cyclists and horse riders or running with water from overflowing streams at this time of year. This is worse when it freezes as the surfaces become slippery ,hard and very uneven. It is usually better when it snows as there is more traction and some padding if I fall.I also wear hiking boots rather than snow boots. I agree that you need to be careful in your choice of footwear I had some boots (and sandals ) that looked really good but on any damp surface (especially any with a bit of lichen) became like walking on sheet ice .I don’t have Nordic walking poles but intend to buy some to aid balance. I also do Pilates and dance exercises which have helped me to keep my balance and mitigate the falls I have had so that I haven’t seriously hurt myself. With living on a hill I find that when my village is hit by snow and icy weather villages further down are not ,so I have to be adaptable .I have a collection of over soles both wire and stud.They are great for traction, like socks but last longer.It is worth getting some that are easy to carry in your bag so you can put on and take off as required.

[Sunseaandsand]

Hi, I am now have to use a wheelchair to get about.In my days of going for walks I was paranoid about falling on a slippy or icy pavment.

I found CROCS to be really good.

I invested in a few pairs and found the short and long rain boots held me up without any problems I was able to go out with confidence that I was not going to slip or slide.