Editor’s Pick: Kamik Boots

Even in the summertime, rain boots are essential in the Pacific Northwest. Warm rainy day play, camping, and day trips to Lewisville Park are all infinitely more enjoyable when little ones’ feet are dry and warm. Rain boots can be found at many department stores year round, but not all boots are created equal. Comfort is key, and Kamik has comfort down. My own personal fashion and utility consultant (a 9-year-old I happened to have given birth to) prefers these boots to the other cheaper pair we purchased previously. The soft lining and heavy duty material mold to kids’ leg movement while maintaining waterproof integrity, and the boots are significantly lighter weight than many traditional rain boots. The light weight and durability combination is due to the recyclable, PVC-free synthetic rubber Kamik uses in their rain boots, winter boots, and sandals. The material is 50 percent lighter than natural rubber and 30 percent lighter than other synthetic rubbers. On top of that, the boots come in lots of great color combos for girls and boys.

Find them at Sears, Cabela’s and Sportman’s Warehouse, and at many online retailers including Zappos.com and Stride Rite. Kamik also designs sturdy and fashionable winter boots and sandals.