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6 Products That'll Help You Conquer Ice, Slush and Snow

By Serena Solomon | January 25, 2016 3:12pm

NEW YORK CITY — Even though this city is the style capital of the country, its aggressive weather patterns sometimes mean trading what looks good for what's practical.

Here's six items that will have you #winning on ice:

Shoes

Onguard Overboots from MSC Direct
Price: $27.19

You're not going to win any beauty competitions with these galoshes. As the name suggests, these boots are designed to fit over regular shoes so there's no need to clomp around the office in giant snow boots. They also have plenty of grip on the sole for dealing with ice.

Shoes

Yaktrack Run from Dick's Sporting Goods
Price: $39.99

These cleats are designed for those who don't want to quit their running while ice covers the sidewalks. They are mostly made from rubber so will flex with your foot. The steel coils and spikes are also removable depending upon the traction you're looking for.

Shoes

Kahtoola MICROspikes Traction System from REI
Price: $69.95

These cleats are a bit more serious than the Yaktrack Run pair. These can still be transferred from shoe to shoe and can fit in your pocket, but the almost-half inch metal spikes are not to be messed with and a nightmare for indoor flooring.

Shoes

Women's Itasca Ice Breaker Buga Boot from SuperShoes.com
Price: $34.99

As the name suggests, these boots have some serious sole traction for walking on icy surfaces. They are also waterproof, insulated and a good deal.

Shoes

Women's Pajar Ice Gripper Boot
Price: $225.95

If you're dealing with freezing conditions, you want to rely on a Canadian brand like Pajar. This shoe offers some style with its leather detail and the sole has Pajar's exclusively built-in cleat system.

Shoes

Men's Wildcat Boot from L.L. Bean
Price:
$169

For men, L.L. Bean has a boot that can handle ice while looking stylish. Both waterproof and made of leather, the boot also comes in New York City's favorite color — black. If you’re walking around outside this boot keeps you warm to 35 degrees below freezing.