As the name suggests, the SC Thinsulate WP+ shoes feature Thinsulate insulation wadding for added warmth. The result is a shoe thats warmer than standard hiking boots or leather ankle boots, but its not an ice-fishing boot: thanks to the fit and good lacing, this shoe is comfortable for covering longer distances during the dayunlike some winter boots that are so bulky and heavy theyre better suited for standing around a skating rink or playground. The upper material is high-quality nubuck leather that will serve its wearer for a long time. Palladium, a brand that started its career making airplane tires, never compromises on sole quality. In this model too, the sole is made of high-quality rubber that does not harden in freezing temperatures, unlike the materials used in many hiking boots. - Leather upper has a waterproof treatment on the inside - Thinsulate insulation wadding - Insoles topped with merino wool - Rubber outsole