most folks that do extended outdoor stuff around here use boots not mukluks.... "sorel" is a popular and respected brand in these parts. Removable liners are a must (to allow proper drying), and select the style having the structure/ankle support appropriate for what you will be doing. Personally I try and buy boots made in canada.. not so much because of national pride, but because I know the rubber compound was really designed for -40oC and will not get slippery or stiff when it does get cool. The outer material of cheapo (=imported) boots often changes drastically between room temp and real use temp. I've seen some actually crack. Buy 'em with enough space to allow some air space/wiggle room around your toes, but they shouldn't be so loose fitting that your heel moves around. Fit is important enough that I wouldn't buy boots off ebay.
Anyway that's my $02... our low temps over the weekend are -24oC... "startin' to feel a lot like christmas.." <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/laugh.gif" alt="" />
Brent
