With the sudden drop in temperature, everyone seems to be scrambling to find ways to stay warm.
There are plenty of ways to combat the cold, like throwing on an outer shell, layering with insulation down, or wearing warm base layers, but when you really think about protecting your feet, it's hard to come up with a good solution other than wearing warm socks. If you use clipless pedals, you have the option of wearing shoe covers, but that doesn't work for standard shoes. It’s a bit of a dilemma trying to find an item that provides more solid protection for your feet, but why not try sliding your feet into a pair that shuts out both cold wind and rain?
The Lone Peak 4.0 Mid RSM is an all-weather sneaker equipped with a waterproof, breathable membrane. It features the latest eVent material, which provides excellent waterproofing and breathability, and was developed for hiking and backpacking on cold, rainy days. In short, it’s a sneaker that wears an outer jacket, showing its true worth during activities in bad weather. With this pair, you can stay comfortable and confident throughout the cold winter, from your daily routine to heading out into the great outdoors.
It also boasts high-level basic performance for running through rugged trails, such as the Zero Drop platform that fully absorbs impact, the FootShape toe box that keeps your toes in a relaxed position, and the MaxTrac TrailClaw outsole for solid grip on rough terrain. Naturally, you can also attach gaiters to prevent water and pebbles from getting in around your ankles.
The low-cut model is tempting, but the sense of security you get from having your ankles protected is something you simply can't do without, especially this time of year. Please consider them for your pair of winter shoes.
By the way, ALTRA shoes vary in fit depending on the model.
Personally, I wear a US 9.5 in the Lone Peak 3.5 and a US 10 in the Instinct Everyday, but for this model, a US 9 is perfect. I hope this helps you choose your size.
If you want to be sure about the sizing, please come by the store and try them on.