Vasque Men's Snowburban Ultradry Insulated Snow Boot

4.3 4.3 out of 5 stars 194 ratings

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Size Chart
US Boot size
Brand SizeUKEuropeHeel to toe (in)
3.52.534.521.5
4.03.035.022
4.53.536.022.5
5.04.037.023
5.54.537.523.5
6.05.038.024
6.55.538.524.5
7.06.039.025
7.56.540.025.5
8.07.041.026
8.57.541.526.5
9.08.042.027
9.58.542.527.5
10.09.043.028
10.59.543.528.5
11.010.044.029
11.510.545.029.5
12.011.046.030
13.012.047.031
14.013.048.032
15.014.049.033
16.015.050.034

Product details

Fabric type
100% Waterproof Polyurethane Coated Leather,Waterproof Textile, Fleece Collar
Sole material
Rubber
Outer material
Rubber
Closure type
Lace-Up

About this item

  • Waterproof snow boot featuring gaiter D-ring and rubber toe cap and heel kick
  • 400g 3M Thinsulate Ultra Insulation
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Product details

  • Is Discontinued By Manufacturer ‏ : ‎ No
  • Product Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 15 x 5 x 12 inches; 1.81 Pounds
  • Item model number ‏ : ‎ Snowburban-M
  • Department ‏ : ‎ mens
  • Date First Available ‏ : ‎ August 22, 2012
  • Manufacturer ‏ : ‎ Vasque
  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B006Z62XLC
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.3 4.3 out of 5 stars 194 ratings

Product Description

At Vasque, they are committed to making functional, innovative and aesthetic footwear that performs to the highest standards. Their ultimate goal is to make shoes that inspire you to get outdoors and embark on an adventure. Incorporating and developing new and innovative technologies into their boots is what keeps Vasque at the top of their game.

Customer reviews

4.3 out of 5 stars
4.3 out of 5
194 global ratings

Customers say

Customers like the fit, quality, warmth, waterproofness, and weight of the boot. For example, they mention it's well made, sturdy, and performs exceptionally well in snow. That said, they say they're comfortable and warm.

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109 customers mention86 positive23 negative

Customers like the fit of the boot. They say it's comfortable with thicker smartwool socks. They also say it feels like they're wearing tennis shoes. Some customers also mention that the boot provides great support around their ankles.

"...The lining in the boot forms to the shape of my feet which makes it feel great, there is very little wiggle room. They are easy to put on and lace...." Read more

"...The Snowburbans are light but feel substantial. The boots are very comfortable, rugged and feel great without any break-in...." Read more

"...These work great on all fronts though. My feet never felt cold, they fit well and the relatively high ankles kept any snow out...." Read more

"...I wear 13 (sometimes 12) in dress shoes.-Comfortable with thicker smartwool socks, or dress socks.-Not super bulky or heavy...." Read more

94 customers mention90 positive4 negative

Customers are satisfied with the quality of the boot. They mention that it's well made, sturdy, and durable. The material is a durable synthetic that hasn't abraded or worn out. The boots are light but feel substantial. Some say that the boots may very well be awesome hiking boots.

"...The lining and insulation are thick, high quality, and keep your feet and ankles very warm even in cold temperatures...." Read more

"...They have great traction and are the perfect boot for snowshoeing in my opinion: waterproof, light, pretty flexible for a large boot and high on the..." Read more

"...The box was a bit crushed and torn but the boots inside were not damaged. I have been wearing the Snowurbans about a week. They fit as described...." Read more

"...The Snowburbans are light but feel substantial. The boots are very comfortable, rugged and feel great without any break-in...." Read more

85 customers mention74 positive11 negative

Customers like the warmth of the boot. They say that it keeps their feet warm and dry all through the season, with better insulation. Some customers also mention that the boots are a good solid warm boot, but just not like the last Vasque boot they bought.

"...All of my research and patience paid off with this pair.Warmth- I wear these boots with wool socks and after several hours of wearing..." Read more

"...They are warm if you are walking or even standing. Once you sit down in the cold your feet will get a bit cool but never was it uncomfortable...." Read more

"...My feet were toasty warm throughout the entire time and actually by the time I got back to my car I noticed my feet had started sweating...." Read more

"...With a heavy sock, these kept me warm after being out in -10 temps for several hours...." Read more

26 customers mention26 positive0 negative

Customers are satisfied with the waterproofness of the boot. They mention that the single piece tongue and waterproofing keep their feet dry. Some say that the boots work well to keep any moisture out and go well under snow pants. They also say that they dry overnight fairly well and offer complete protection from water, ice, snow, and cold.

"...traction and are the perfect boot for snowshoeing in my opinion: waterproof, light, pretty flexible for a large boot and high on the ankle...." Read more

"...They will stay dry as advertised, just don't leave them submerged for any appreciable period of time...." Read more

"...So far they have been waterproof and comfortable with just a mid-weight hiking sock and relatively easy to get on and off...." Read more

"...The stayed remarkable dry in the snow. This boot fits nicely on my average size foot...." Read more

23 customers mention21 positive2 negative

Customers are satisfied with the weight of the boot. They mention that it's very light and comfortable. Some say that the boots do not feel heavy.

"...What really surprised me with these boots is how light they are. They feel lighter than my Sundowners, even though they are probably 50% larger...." Read more

"...The Snowburbans are light but feel substantial. The boots are very comfortable, rugged and feel great without any break-in...." Read more

"...-Not super bulky or heavy. Yes, you can actually drive a car with these.-Sole has good grip. Sole is thick and sturdy...." Read more

"These boot are great. Very light and rugged. I purchased them for a recent trip to Canada. The stood up to the -15F degree day with no problem...." Read more

22 customers mention18 positive4 negative

Customers like the traction of the boot. For example, they say it has good traction on bare rock, snow, and mud. Some mention that the sole is thick and sturdy. That said, some say that the ice traction is okay, but fresh and thick ice still being dangerously slippery. Overall, most are happy with the taser's traction.

"...They have great traction and are the perfect boot for snowshoeing in my opinion: waterproof, light, pretty flexible for a large boot and high on the..." Read more

"...There is no feeling of binding in that area. The heel area does not allow heel lift which is essential for any boot used for hiking...." Read more

"...Yes, you can actually drive a car with these.-Sole has good grip. Sole is thick and sturdy...." Read more

"...Traction on fresh and old snow is excellent. Ice traction is okay, but fresh and thick ice still being dangerously slippery...." Read more

22 customers mention12 positive10 negative

Customers are mixed about the ease of use of the boot. Some mention that they're comfortable, and relatively easy to put on and take off. However, others say that they take some patience and elbow grease to get on and off.

"...They are easy to put on and lace. I know some reviews mentioned issues with lacing, but these boots come pre-laced with high quality laces...." Read more

"...with some of the other reviews of these boots that they are hard to get on due to the lack of quick lacing hooks on top...." Read more

"...I also found them easy to get on and off and people having trouble with getting the boot on and/or the laces coming out of the top loops must have..." Read more

"...-As others have mentioned, not easy to slip on and off. I've started to get used to it, though...." Read more

17 customers mention3 positive14 negative

Customers find the lacing system difficult, weird, and prone to failure. They also say the boot is hard to get on due to the lack of quick lacing hooks on top. Overall, some customers are disappointed with the lack traditional speed eyelets and poor upper lace loop design.

"...The lacing system is somewhat challenging but not a deal breaker. I can get used to it. Too bad metal hooks were not used for the entire boot...." Read more

"...of these boots that they are hard to get on due to the lack of quick lacing hooks on top...." Read more

"...At first I was dissappointed with the lack of the traditional speed eyelets to lace these up...." Read more

"...That, and the lack of speed laces are what drop this from a five to four star rating for me...." Read more

VERY NICE WINTER HIKING BOOTS
5 Stars
VERY NICE WINTER HIKING BOOTS
I received my order of Vasque Snowurban Men's, size 12M, before the expected delivery date. The box was a bit crushed and torn but the boots inside were not damaged. I have been wearing the Snowurbans about a week. They fit as described. The toebox is roomy and my toes are able to wiggle and spread out comfortably. There is adequate space for the ball of my feet to bend. There is no feeling of binding in that area. The heel area does not allow heel lift which is essential for any boot used for hiking. The sole of the boot has a pronounced rocker profile which I'm still getting used to. Construction is high quality and cleanly glued. Nice. The one anomaly is a gap on the right boot where the leather side piece overlays the front piece above the toe rand. I might apply a dab of Snow Seal there for insurance. Time will tell if this detail affects the waterproofness of that boot. The lacing system is somewhat challenging but not a deal breaker. I can get used to it. Too bad metal hooks were not used for the entire boot. I am also not a fan of the fabric eyelets on the boots. In the past I have experienced failures of this type of eyelet in the field. I am currently wearing Lowa Vantage GTX Mid, size 46 (EU). I recommend these boots. The price is commensurate with the quality of this product.UPDATE (May 10 2017): After wearing these boots for 2 and1/2 months I am really disappointed and upset! The boots always become very loose by the end of the day. It is inexplicable and the very opposite of my other boots which end up feeling tighter. I cannot hike with any confidence as the day wears on without thinking that I'll sustain a foot injury. I'm going to send these boots back to Vasque and obtain a refund! So very disillusioned.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Warm, Well Made, Fashionable Snow Boot
Reviewed in the United States on March 26, 2016
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I LOVE these boots. These were the first boots I bought in 16 years after my much loved hiking boots met their end. I did days of research in stores and online trying to find these. All of my research and patience paid off with this pair.

Warmth- I wear these boots with wool socks and after several hours of wearing them together make my feet sweat. The lining and insulation are thick, high quality, and keep your feet and ankles very warm even in cold temperatures. Whether sitting inside with them on my feet or walking around in cold snowy sub freezing temps these boots are warm. Period.

Comfort- I have walked several miles in these boots in various conditions, in dry conditions, rain, and snow and these support my feet very well. They are comfortable and fit snugly. The lining in the boot forms to the shape of my feet which makes it feel great, there is very little wiggle room. They are easy to put on and lace. I know some reviews mentioned issues with lacing, but these boots come pre-laced with high quality laces. I have no problems to speak of after a few months of use.

Size- I know my true shoe size and this boot runs true to size (yes, even with wool socks on my feet).

Design- As you can tell these boots are quite fashionable from a hiking boot point of view. I ordered the "black" pair, but it is much more "grey" than black, almost like a gunmetal. The yellow highlights and accents are very yellow and look good.
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Kyle Douglass
5.0 out of 5 stars Light, warm hiker great for snowshoeing
Reviewed in the United States on February 12, 2015
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I bought these boots mainly for snowshoeing. I was wearing a pair of old Vasque Sundowners because my other options was a pair of big winter boots (the kind with the removable insert = terrible for walking). I am between a 12 and 13 normally and went with the 13 hoping I'd have some room for thick socks if needed and the fit is exactly as expected. I have a lot of room with a normal sock and get a little slippage in the heel, but the boots can synch enough to take out most of the slop. What really surprised me with these boots is how light they are. They feel lighter than my Sundowners, even though they are probably 50% larger. As expected for a 400g winter hiker, they feel a touch cloddy, but I don't have any trouble walking in them, driving, etc. They have great traction and are the perfect boot for snowshoeing in my opinion: waterproof, light, pretty flexible for a large boot and high on the ankle. I also found them easy to get on and off and people having trouble with getting the boot on and/or the laces coming out of the top loops must have goblin feet, because the laces are pretty long and provide plenty of length for loosening the laces. I've been out several times in temps from the mid-teens to the thirties and have yet to get cold feet and that's without thick socks. The only thing I'm worried about is the top lace eyelets being made out of the leather/synthetic material that makes up the boot. I could see over time that wearing out. Overall, I love the boot.
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Jeff
4.0 out of 5 stars Very Good Snow Boots.
Reviewed in the United States on July 23, 2015
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I brought size 11.5 for these boots. They are a little narrow and I consider myself to have a normal width foot. I got these Black Friday of 2014 as they were on sell for an excellent price. After an entire winter of commuting through the cold here is what I have learned about these boots.

They are warm if you are walking or even standing. Once you sit down in the cold your feet will get a bit cool but never was it uncomfortable. While standing in snow waiting on the bus for 10-15 minutes after walking a mile I can say they work well in the snow for traction and warmth.

They show some minor signs of wear however I did wear them every day. I tend to walk such that my ankles rub against one another and this caused some of the finish on each boot to wear off.

I would not recommend these boots alone for walking on Ice of any thickness. For that I am convinced I will need a pair of spikes to attach to these boots.

My biggest complaint is that the laces need to be replaced after one winter. I would have expected them to last longer. I ended up getting 72 Inch 183 cm Heavy Duty Kevlar Reinforced Boot Laces that Amazon sells and they seem to be working perfectly with no signs of wear.

Even though these boots are warm they are not uncomfortable to wear even on hot days. They will make your feet sweat quite a bit so it might be best to save these for Fall, Winter and early Spring.

UPDATE:

After wearing them for another winter, I do need to replace the laces again.
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Richard L
5.0 out of 5 stars VERY NICE WINTER HIKING BOOTS
Reviewed in the United States on February 28, 2017
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I received my order of Vasque Snowurban Men's, size 12M, before the expected delivery date. The box was a bit crushed and torn but the boots inside were not damaged. I have been wearing the Snowurbans about a week. They fit as described. The toebox is roomy and my toes are able to wiggle and spread out comfortably. There is adequate space for the ball of my feet to bend. There is no feeling of binding in that area. The heel area does not allow heel lift which is essential for any boot used for hiking. The sole of the boot has a pronounced rocker profile which I'm still getting used to. Construction is high quality and cleanly glued. Nice. The one anomaly is a gap on the right boot where the leather side piece overlays the front piece above the toe rand. I might apply a dab of Snow Seal there for insurance. Time will tell if this detail affects the waterproofness of that boot. The lacing system is somewhat challenging but not a deal breaker. I can get used to it. Too bad metal hooks were not used for the entire boot. I am also not a fan of the fabric eyelets on the boots. In the past I have experienced failures of this type of eyelet in the field. I am currently wearing Lowa Vantage GTX Mid, size 46 (EU). I recommend these boots. The price is commensurate with the quality of this product.
UPDATE (May 10 2017): After wearing these boots for 2 and1/2 months I am really disappointed and upset! The boots always become very loose by the end of the day. It is inexplicable and the very opposite of my other boots which end up feeling tighter. I cannot hike with any confidence as the day wears on without thinking that I'll sustain a foot injury. I'm going to send these boots back to Vasque and obtain a refund! So very disillusioned.
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Richard L
5.0 out of 5 stars VERY NICE WINTER HIKING BOOTS
Reviewed in the United States on February 28, 2017
I received my order of Vasque Snowurban Men's, size 12M, before the expected delivery date. The box was a bit crushed and torn but the boots inside were not damaged. I have been wearing the Snowurbans about a week. They fit as described. The toebox is roomy and my toes are able to wiggle and spread out comfortably. There is adequate space for the ball of my feet to bend. There is no feeling of binding in that area. The heel area does not allow heel lift which is essential for any boot used for hiking. The sole of the boot has a pronounced rocker profile which I'm still getting used to. Construction is high quality and cleanly glued. Nice. The one anomaly is a gap on the right boot where the leather side piece overlays the front piece above the toe rand. I might apply a dab of Snow Seal there for insurance. Time will tell if this detail affects the waterproofness of that boot. The lacing system is somewhat challenging but not a deal breaker. I can get used to it. Too bad metal hooks were not used for the entire boot. I am also not a fan of the fabric eyelets on the boots. In the past I have experienced failures of this type of eyelet in the field. I am currently wearing Lowa Vantage GTX Mid, size 46 (EU). I recommend these boots. The price is commensurate with the quality of this product.
UPDATE (May 10 2017): After wearing these boots for 2 and1/2 months I am really disappointed and upset! The boots always become very loose by the end of the day. It is inexplicable and the very opposite of my other boots which end up feeling tighter. I cannot hike with any confidence as the day wears on without thinking that I'll sustain a foot injury. I'm going to send these boots back to Vasque and obtain a refund! So very disillusioned.
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Laker
5.0 out of 5 stars Initial test fit and impression
Reviewed in Canada on August 25, 2016
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First off delivery was quick. Couldn't wait to get these in and was anxious to try them on. Having read other reviews about the sizing, I went with one that recommended getting one full size larger. And am glad I did. The fit is near perfect, no heal slip and a little toe wiggle room. The lacing is great in my opinion, so not sure what others were relating to about that. These a very lightweight and appear to be built very well. I haven't given them a good outdoor test yet, but will update this review after a 3 week long November backpack trip into the mountains. But so far I highly recommend this boot.

Update: These boots met my expectations and are now my go to boot for the rest of the winter. Unbelievably warm boot. as far as a technical moutain boot, they are no where near that if that is what you are expecting. They performed reasonably well on my winter mountain trip as far as warmth, and support for uphill and downhill walking, however they are quite limp for any kind of steep sidehill walking. The lacing is very good and the laces are holding up well. I added an orange superfeet insole to them to fill a little area that came with extended use. These are super comfortable and break in real fast. I'm glad I got them.
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Hank
5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent boot!
Reviewed in Canada on July 7, 2018
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Awesome boot!!! Super warm!
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Andrew B.
4.0 out of 5 stars Think 11 may have been a better call but toes have some wiggle room but a ...
Reviewed in Canada on March 10, 2016
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normally wear a size 10 and ordered a size 10.5 given winter socks and one foot is slightly larger than the other. Think 11 may have been a better call but toes have some wiggle room but a little tight - maybe time and breaking them in will do the trick. Definitely shop around.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Five Stars
Reviewed in Canada on December 26, 2016
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Nice
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