The Fubuki Niseko 3.0 is one of those winter boots that quickly ends up living next to your front door. They're warm, completely waterproof, surprisingly lightweight, and ridiculously easy to slip on when you're heading out into the snow. The EVA shell handles slush and deep snow without soaking through, while the wool-blend liner keeps things comfortable when temperatures really drop. They're equally useful walking through a snowy ski area parking lot, digging out the car, heading to après, or just dealing with winter around town. The cleated rubber sole adds useful traction, and the tall construction keeps snow where it belongs. A quick note on sizing: don't automatically size up expecting to need extra room. Fubuki says the Niseko 3.0 fits larger than previous versions and recommends your normal size, or the smaller size if you're between sizes. The inner lining will also pack out slightly as you wear the boots, so a comfortably snug fit out of the box is preferable to starting with too much room.