Retractable crampon boots and other invaluable allies against winter's gloom!
Preparing to face the cold season is frankly more enjoyable with proper equipment. This will (almost!) make you appreciate this time of year as much as when you're more lightly dressed. Boots remain an essential component of our winter attire. They contribute to our winter pleasures, allowing us to enjoy our favorite activities warm and dry. And depending on said activities, cleats can become an essential accessory for active and safe hiking. Even better, boots with integrated cleats will do you proud this winter, especially brands Olang and Pajar.
A great way to enjoy winter
Quebec winters are certainly accompanied by freezing rain, snow, and ice, not to mention the characteristic cold of the season. Just like us, if anyone knows winter and its harshness, it's the Danes. Over time, they have learned to love this time of year and to live peacefully by adopting the philosophy of hygge(pronounced Hoo-ga), a positive state of mind generated by comforting, pleasant, and convivial moments. Inspired by this philosophy that reconciles us with winter, we have gathered some suggestions to help you get through the cold season smoothly.
Become one with the outdoors thanks to women's cleated boots
Spending time outdoors is a great way to learn to love winter and its splendors. Although it may seem counterintuitive, getting fresh air and spending a few hours outside is very beneficial for the body. And what contributes even more to making your winter an exceptional time: adequate equipment. Women's foldable cleated boots are pure and simple bliss! Indeed, they are made to increase grip, both on snow and ice, thus preventing you from slipping on sidewalks due to invisible black ice patches!
Olang boots are particularly warm and well-padded. They will provide maximum comfort, even in very cold weather. And when we say very cold, we're talking about temperatures as low as -30 0C! Brrr!
Another factor to consider when choosing a winter boot: waterproofing. The winter boots offered at Bopied, especially those from the Olang brand or Saute-mouton boots, include a breathable membrane that protects well against water infiltration. Your boots will be even more water-resistant if you waterproof and maintain them with Walter’s products, sold in-store and on our online boutique.
Whether you opt for Pajar or Olang women's boots with foldable cleats, our products feature a timeless style. This classic style will stay with you for years. Yes! Many years!
Stock up on light
Because the cold season often means darkness and our bodies need light as much as our minds, we must counteract the lack of light with a few simple tricks. First, a light therapy lamp is a must! Not only does it help us regain energy, it also provides unparalleled well-being. Clinically speaking, this object will also help you combat insomnia by regulating your sleep cycle.
Another way to fight the winter blues: put up your Christmas decorations earlier and enjoy the beautiful lighting to the fullest. Adorned with a few candles, especially those with the comforting scent of a wood fire, fir, or cinnamon, also form part of the arsenal of light that can help you counter the darkness of winter.
Comfort food
Food brings people together. Gathering means good times and conviviality. It's no wonder Ricardo always looks happy! At Bopied, we believe that good food is as comforting in winter as good women's cleated boots! Whether you spend time in your kitchen preparing warm meals, especially the best spaghetti sauce there is, or outdoors making unforgettable memories, you have the right to be warm and dry. Otherwise, imagine the scene: you're going to celebrate at a relative's house, and as a contribution, you decide to bring your delicious sauce. To make matters worse, you slip and drop the jar all over the sidewalk! Luckily, that's not likely to happen with your new Olang boots! Not to mention that once inside, you can put on your beautiful perfect slippers for such an occasion!
The moral of this story, whether you have cleated boots or regular warm winter boots, there's always a way, thanks to Bopied's selection of boots and especially brands designed to face Nordic winters, like Olang or Pajar, to be well-equipped to face the elements. Come see our beautiful models in one of the 20 Bopied stores or visit the online store now!