
How to Choose Boots for Extreme Cold and Wet Conditions
If you spend hours outdoors in freezing, wet conditions—ice fishing, winter work, spectating, hunting—the boot you choose matters more than most gear decisions. But most cold-weather boot marketing focuses on temperature ratings and insulation weight, which only tell part of the story.
Read MoreField Notes: Guides, Product Science & Field-Tested Insights
The AirBoss Field Notes series covers the practical science and real-world performance behind the products sold through this store — cold weather footwear, CBRN protective equipment, respiratory systems, and related gear. Articles are written for people who need to understand how products actually perform in the conditions they're designed for, not just what's on the label.
Topics include moisture management, insulation performance, material behavior, traction, fit, maintenance, storage, and product care — across footwear, protective equipment, and field-deployed systems.

ThermoBoss™ Care and Drying Guide
A cold-weather boot is an investment. How you maintain it between uses determines how well it performs, and for how long. The ThermoBoss™ Extreme Cold Weather Boot is built around a removable syste...

How Insoles Affect Warmth and Fit in Cold-Weather Boots
Most people think of insoles as a comfort feature-something you replace when the factory insert wears flat. In cold-weather boots, insoles do far more than cushion your foot. They're a functional l...

Standing Still vs. Moving: What Changes Inside Your Boots
You hiked to the ice fishing spot feeling warm. Twenty minutes after sitting down, your feet are cold. Same boots, same socks, same temperature outside. But the conditions inside the boot changed t...

Traction on Ice and Snow: What Actually Matters
A warm boot that can't grip the surface you're standing on is a liability. And in cold-weather environments—frozen lakes, icy paths, packed snow, wet slush—traction isn't a bonus feature. It's a ba...

Why Drying Time Matters for Multi-Day Boot Use
Your boots felt fine on day one. By day two, they're noticeably colder. By day three, your feet are cold within the first hour—wearing the same boots, in the same conditions, with the same socks. T...

Why Damp Feet Get Cold—Even in Insulated Boots
You bought insulated boots. You wore wool socks. You weren't even out that long. And your feet still got cold. It's one of the most common complaints in cold-weather forums, hunting discussions, an...
Product Spec Sheets and Catalogs
The documents below include product specification sheets, category catalogs, and technical data for AirBoss Defense Group products. These cover footwear, CBRN protective equipment, respiratory protection, shelter systems, mobility systems, and filter products. Each document is available as a downloadable PDF.
For bulk orders or questions about product specifications not covered in these documents, contact the AirBoss sales team.
Additional AirBoss Resources
For information beyond what's available in the shop, the following AirBoss division sites provide deeper technical, corporate, and program-level detail:
- AirBoss of America — investor relations, leadership, careers, and corporate reporting
- AirBoss Defense Group (ADG) — defense programs, CBRN systems, and government contracts
- AirBoss Rubber Solutions — custom rubber compounding and material capabilities
- AirBoss Engineered Products — engineered rubber components and anti-vibration products














