Rubber boots look simple until you have to choose. Some are made for the garden and the boat, others for autumn hunting in the marsh, others still for ice fishing in winter. The FINNTRAIL range covers all of these cases, and three things set the models apart: shaft height, warmth and sole. Here you'll find how each model differs from the next and which one to choose for what you'll be doing.
The short version: for the garden, the yard and car trips, the short CAMP will do. For the boat, the yacht and everyday wear, choose the short DECK: their sole leaves no marks on the deck. When you need a slightly higher shaft but no insulation, there's the mid-height FLOOD, and for short boots in the cold season there's DECK INSULATED down to −10 °C. Hunting, bank fishing and mud call for the tall OUTLANDER with 5 mm neoprene, rated down to −10 °C. For ice fishing and long hours standing in the cold there's EDGE with “Thinsulate” insulation down to −20 °C.
Three things that set rubber boots apart
All FINNTRAIL rubber boots are one-piece, with no seams at the bottom and no drainage, so water can't get through the rubber. Your foot stays dry as high as the shaft reaches. Everything else depends on three things.
- Shaft height. It tells you how deep you can wade. A short shaft reaches the ankle or a little higher: easy to slip on, but you won't step into a deeper puddle. A tall shaft reaches almost to the knee and protects your trousers from wet grass and mud.
- Warmth. Bare rubber doesn't keep you warm, so it cools down fast in the cold. Warmth comes from a neoprene layer and insulation. The more of them, the lower the temperature the boot is made for, but in summer it will be hot.
- Sole. A grippy tread is enough for the yard; mud and uneven ground need a deep one. On a yacht it matters that the sole leaves no black marks on the deck, and on ice you need a sole with anti-slip inserts.
FINNTRAIL rubber boots compared
The table lists what the manufacturer states for each model. The temperature is the manufacturer's guide for active use, not a guarantee for standing still all day.
| Model | Shaft | Warmth | Temperature | Sole | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CAMP 7515 | Low, “Chelsea” | None, soft lining only | Warm season | Rubber, grippy | Garden, yard, camp |
| DECK 7518 | Short | Soft neoprene lining | Warm season and shoulder season | Non-slip, non-marking | Boat, yacht, everyday |
| FLOOD 7519 | Mid | None, smooth lining | Spring, summer, autumn | Rubber, non-marking | Everyday, yard, boat |
| DECK INSULATED 7521 | Short | Neoprene and faux fur lining | +5 to −10 °C | ICE PRO with anti-slip inserts | Autumn and winter, snow, ice |
| OUTLANDER 7516 | Tall | 5 mm neoprene | Down to −10 °C | Deep all-round tread | Hunting, fishing, mud |
| EDGE 7520 | Tall | 5 mm neoprene and 1,000 g “Thinsulate” | +10 to −20 °C | Light, heat-insulating | Ice fishing, snow, frost |
Short rubber boots: CAMP and DECK
Short boots are for people who put their boots on and take them off several times a day. They're light, they fit in the boot of a car, and walking in them is more comfortable than in tall ones. The price you pay is depth: water above the ankle already gets in.
CAMP 7515: for the garden, the yard and the camp
CAMP are low “Chelsea” style boots with an elastic side panel and a wide heel loop, so you can slip them on hands-free, even getting out of the car. The toe and heel are reinforced with extra rubber, because that's where a boot rubs the most. Inside there's a soft lining, but it's a comfort layer, not an insulating one.
They suit dewy grass, muddy paths, chores after rain and stops in the outdoors. They're not for wading or the cold season: step in deeper and water can get in through the elastic panel.
DECK 7518: for the boat, the yacht and everyday wear
The name DECK speaks for itself. Their sole doesn't slip and leaves no black marks, so they suit the deck of a boat or yacht, a dinghy floor and jetty boards. Inside there's a soft neoprene lining that adds comfort and a little warmth over long wear, but DECK has no insulation. Two wide loops help you pull them on, and a heel kick lets you take a boot off with the other foot.
These are versatile boots for a rainy day in town, fishing from a boat and shoulder-season trips. For winter they're too cold.
DECK INSULATED 7521: short boots for the cold season
DECK INSULATED is the insulated sibling of DECK. The rubber upper is backed by a neoprene layer and a faux fur lining, so the manufacturer rates them from +5 to −10 °C. The key difference is the sole: ICE PRO with anti-slip inserts is made for packed snow and ice. They suit everyday wear in autumn and winter, the yard and short trips out when you don't need a tall shaft.
Mid-height: FLOOD 7519
FLOOD sits between short and tall boots. The shaft is higher than DECK, so a deeper puddle or wet grass is no longer a problem, while the boot stays light and uninsulated. The smooth inner lining lets you slip them on quickly, and the sole leaves no marks, so they work on a boat too. These are boots for spring, summer and autumn: the yard, the garden, dog walks and trips.
Tall rubber boots: OUTLANDER and EDGE
Tall boots are true work boots for hunters and anglers. They let you wade into the shallows and cross a wet meadow or a muddy field road. Both FINNTRAIL models have ankle support and a reinforced lower section; what sets them apart is warmth.
OUTLANDER 7516: for hunting and fishing down to −10 °C
OUTLANDER are made of 5 mm neoprene with a rubber lower. Neoprene hugs the calf, so the boot doesn't flop around and rubs less, and it holds warmth better than bare rubber. The inner lining reduces condensation, so your foot stays dry longer even when walking all day. The lower section and toe are reinforced with rubber bands against scuffs and punctures, and the deep tread grips in mud and on wet grass.
The manufacturer rates OUTLANDER down to −10 °C, which makes them three-season boots: from spring floods to autumn hunting and the first frosts. There's a wide choice of colours: CamoArmy camouflage for hunting, Khaki, and bright Yellow and Red that are easy to spot in a boat or in the forest. OUTLANDER 7514 is the earlier version of the model with the same 5 mm neoprene and the same −10 °C limit.
EDGE 7520: for ice fishing and frost down to −20 °C
EDGE are the warmest FINNTRAIL rubber boots. On top of the 5 mm neoprene they add 1,000 g of “3M Thinsulate” insulation, so the manufacturer rates them from +10 to −20 °C. The light rubber sole insulates you from the cold ground, which matters most when standing on ice, where heat drains down from your feet. The upper repels water, so snow doesn't soak through.
These are boots for ice fishing, snowmobiles, cold outdoor work and late autumn hunting. On a warm day they'll be hot, so for summer and active walking choose OUTLANDER.
Which to choose by activity
- Hunting. For autumn and spring, OUTLANDER CamoArmy: a tall shaft for marsh and wet meadows, camouflage, ankle support. For late autumn and winter stand hunting, when you stay put for a long time, EDGE.
- Bank fishing. OUTLANDER, when you wade into the shallows up to the shaft. When you don't step into the water, CAMP or DECK is enough.
- Boat fishing and yachting. DECK: the sole leaves no marks on the deck and doesn't slip. If you want bright boots in the boat, OUTLANDER Yellow or Red.
- Ice fishing. EDGE. With a good thermal sock it's the warmest choice in the rubber boot range.
- Garden, yard, camp. CAMP: on and off in a second.
- Everyday wear and the city in the rain. DECK, whose modern design isn't just for the outdoors. If the puddle is deeper, FLOOD with its higher shaft.
- The yard and short trips out in winter. DECK INSULATED: short, warm and with a sole that grips on packed snow and ice.
- Off-road and outdoor work in mud. OUTLANDER with its reinforced lower and deep tread.
When rubber boots are not the answer
Rubber boots solve the water problem, but not everything. There are situations where other footwear will serve you better.
- Wading deeper than the shaft. For that you need waders. With stockingfoot waders that have neoprene socks, you wear wading boots, not rubber ones: a rubber boot doesn't give the neoprene the protection and support it needs.
- ATV and long off-road trips. Even with ankle support, a rubber boot holds your foot less firmly than a laced wading boot, and if you get stuck in a bog it's harder to pull your foot out. For trips like that, waders with wading boots are more practical.
- Long hikes. Rubber boots are made for standing and short walks. For ten kilometres, membrane hiking boots are more comfortable, and the article Hiking boots: how to choose your size will help you pick the size.
- Deep snow and hard frost while moving actively. Here snow boots with laces and a tall shaft serve you better.
What size to choose
FINNTRAIL rubber boots use the same size chart as the whole men's footwear range: a 27 cm foot is size 42, 28 cm is 43. There are no half sizes, so if your foot is between two sizes, take the bigger one.
Rubber boots don't lace up, so the sock matters more here than in hiking boots. With a thin sock, stick to your size. If you'll wear a thick wool sock in the cold season, for example EXTREME MERINO 3203, go one size up. With the warm EDGE, leave room for a thick sock: a boot that's too tight gets colder in the frost because it restricts circulation. Why merino usually suits the feet best is explained in the article Thermal underwear: merino wool or synthetics?
Care: so the rubber lasts
- Rinse off mud with cold water after every use. Dried mud dries out the rubber.
- Dry at room temperature, not by a radiator and not in the sun. Heat damages both rubber and neoprene.
- Dry a damp interior with the boot open; you can stuff in some dry newspaper. For insulated boots a low-temperature boot dryer works well.
- Store them upright in a dry, ventilated place and don't keep the shaft folded for long: rubber cracks along the fold over time.
Frequently asked questions
CAMP are “Chelsea” style boots with an elastic side panel, uninsulated, for the garden and the yard. DECK have a neoprene lining and a non-marking sole, so they suit boats and yachts. For longer wear DECK are more comfortable.
Warmth. OUTLANDER have 5 mm neoprene and are rated down to −10 °C, so they suit three seasons. EDGE add 1,000 g of “Thinsulate” to the same neoprene and are rated down to −20 °C: these are winter boots. Walking in autumn, OUTLANDER will be more comfortable; standing on ice, EDGE will be warmer.
DECK. Their sole doesn't slip and leaves no marks on the deck. An ordinary rubber sole often leaves black streaks on a light-coloured deck.
Down to −10 °C, while you're moving. For long periods standing still in the cold, for example on ice, choose EDGE or wear a thick thermal sock and keep your feet moving.
Yes. FINNTRAIL rubber boots are one-piece with no drainage, so water can't get through the rubber. Your foot stays dry up to the height of the shaft. If your foot feels damp, it's usually sweat: then a synthetic or merino sock instead of a cotton one helps.
Yes, the smallest size starts at 38 or 40, depending on the model. The chart is for men, so the simplest way is to measure your foot in centimetres and find them in the chart.
Don't wear them outdoors and keep the tags on. Write to us at pagalba@finntrail.lt or call +370 614 98366: within 30 days we'll exchange the size or refund your money. All the terms are on the Delivery and returns page.
FINNTRAIL rubber boots
You'll find all the models in the Rubber boots category. Which sizes are available now, you can see on the product page next to the size selector.
- CAMP 7515, 58 €: low “Chelsea” boots for the garden, the yard and the camp.
- DECK 7518, 109 €: short boots with a neoprene lining for the boat, the yacht and everyday wear.
- FLOOD 7519, 119 €: mid-height uninsulated boots for everyday wear, the yard and the boat.
- DECK INSULATED 7521, 149 €: short insulated boots with an ICE PRO sole, +5 to −10 °C.
- OUTLANDER 7516, from 117 €: tall 5 mm neoprene boots for hunting and fishing down to −10 °C.
- EDGE 7520, 189 €: tall insulated winter boots down to −20 °C.
Free delivery from our Vilnius warehouse, a 24-month warranty, and if the size doesn't fit, we'll exchange it. Not sure which to choose? Tell us where and when you'll wear them, and we'll help you pick.