Columbia Bugathermo boots keep your feet warm, electronically
I once heard that if you keep your feet warm, your body will eventually be warm as well. Actually, it was my mother who said that, and I have no idea if it’s true.
Still, for all those who don’t want to have cold feet (literally), then you might want to invest in Columbia Bugathermo boots. These boots have built-in rechargeable batteries that can heat them up for four to eight hours.
So I suppose you could call this an electric blanket for your foot, or the only true leg warmer. It has three settings that are located conveniently at the ankle.
As for the charging, you just plug them in and forget about them. I don’t know why they call them Bugathermo, that just sounds like a bug with thermite in it.
You should be able to get these Bugathermo heated boots on the Columbia Sportswear website in Black and Cedar for about $250 in varying sizes.
As a side note, I have seen the Bugathermo boot on many other gadget sites. Most of them are very negative to the idea of a heated boot, but I think it’s the price that scares them away.
Now, if they could put this tech on a ski boot, you might attract a whole different audience.
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Mark Says: December 6, 2009 at 6:03 pm
The ski boot technology is made by Hottronics. They’re awesome. I just tried some of these boots out in 18 degree Madison weather. Pretty sweet.
Acui Says: January 14, 2010 at 8:06 am
I would buy these in a second if they had a women’s model (not the high boot “fashion” style). Come on Columbia, just make a few smaller sizes!
mens trainers Says: March 25, 2010 at 9:38 pm
That certainly is interesting. It can be really good for cold countries or people travelling. Great stuff. Cheers
white kitchen cabinets Says: July 20, 2010 at 8:31 am
thats a really cool boot. Cerainly very high tech. Love it.
Shawn Says: August 1, 2010 at 7:35 pm
Feet and head! If these are warm then you have every chance of the rest of your body being warm.
Good shoes and boots that are good quality will see you through many of the worst winter seasons as does a great hat, or many hats as your hat will take center prominence. Your boots must be able to withstand many activities, and also be capable of being worn with many styles of outfits. Unless, of course you have excessive funds for many pairs of shoes.
Cat Boots Fan Says: September 2, 2010 at 10:35 am
My mother also said if your feet are warm then your body heats up. Nice concept but what if your feet start sweating? Suppose its not a bad idea for the cold winter months. Cool!
Alyssa Thompson Says: September 9, 2010 at 10:39 pm
when i travel in Alaska, i always use leg warmers to get more comfortable,`;
The Dozer Says: October 6, 2009 at 2:22 pm
Dude, they do have this technology for ski boots…