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Why We Love This Deal
While The North Face has been around since the late ‘60s, it wasn’t until the late ‘90s that the brand entered the footwear arena. Between the iconic Nuptse jacket and the Borealis backpack, it can be easy to forget that the label also offers very hardy outdoor footwear, including this pair of snow boots that just went on sale at Nordstrom Rack.
The North Face ThermoBall Lifty 2 Snow Boots normally cost $159, but this sale at Nordstrom Rack brings the price down to an impressive $80. The only colorway being offered as part of the deal is Utility Brown/Tnf Black, and it comes in a medium width.
The North Face ThermoBall Lifty 2 Snow Boots, $80 (was $159) at Nordstrom Rack
What You Should Know
- Upper: PU-coated leather (waterproof)
- Midsole: EVA, OrthoLite Eco LT footbed, ThermoBall Eco insulation
- Outsole: UltrATAC rubber (lugged)
- Sizes: 7 through 14
Rugged and winterized, The North Face’s take on snow boots combines style and functionality without sacrificing either. They start with a high ankle design that has a waterproof leather upper and a classic lace-up closure, giving you enough support and height to wade through snow while staying dry.
Inside, there’s an EVA foam midsole with TNF’s in-house ThermoBall Eco insulation keeping you warm, and a removable OrthoLite footbed keeping your feet comfortable. On the bottom, you’re getting a lugged UltrATAC rubber outsole that’s more than capable of handling icy terrain and then some.
What Owners Are Saying
Given that these are snow boots, the most important thing is that they keep your feet dry. Luckily, the reviews confirm that these boots are more than capable, with one owner writing, “I wore these boots in the snow and in the rain. They did great on both occasions.” Another reviewer backed this up by saying, “They have excellent traction on ice and snow.”
If you live in a snowy climate, many reviewers said these are really good work shoes, but one in particular went in depth about how much they appreciated them: “I work at a ski resort, and let me tell you these work like a champ for helping me have grip on slippery slopes.”
Even if you don’t live in a snowy climate, The North Face ThermoBall Lifty 2 Snow Boots are a solid pair of winter-ready boots for just $80, and will still look great when the sun’s out. Since a handful of sizes are already gone, you should grab a pair before your size runs out.
