How we test and choose boots
Every guide tells you where its information comes from. We separate two kinds of evidence and label them clearly.
Hands-on testing
When a page says Tested hands-on, someone on our team wore the boots. We record:
- fit against our usual size, and the width we chose
- break-in time
- weight per pair, measured on a kitchen scale
- how they handled rain, snow, trails or a full workday, depending on the boot
Research
For boots we have not worn, we compare manufacturer specifications, sizing charts and a large sample of verified buyer reviews. We use these to spot patterns such as “runs half a size large”. We never present research as personal experience.
What we do not do
- Accept payment for placement or a better verdict
- Publish reviews or quotes from people who do not exist
- Copy specifications without checking them against the brand’s own page
Corrections
If you spot a mistake, email [EMAIL ΕΠΙΚΟΙΝΩΝΙΑΣ]. We fix it and update the page date.