THE 5 BEST WEATHERPROOF SNEAKERS

The EQT’s original performance line’s DNA is now woven into countless new lifestyle silhouettes. The latest is this high-cut rework of the Support ADV, complete with resounding rejection to the idea that winter sneakers are always black. With a rain-resistant membrane woven into the upper and laminated overlays, these are some red-hot cold-weather kicks.

If there was such a thing as kryptonite for cloudburst, GORE-TEX is it. This lightweight, breathable and entirely impenetrable fabric makes just about anything waterproof, which has made it a firm all-terrain favourite for more than a hot second now. So what better shoe to make use of it than Reebok’s hiking-inspired Classic Leather Mid? None. This is the best.

Oh, snap. adidas has infused its all-conquering NMD_CS1 (AKA the City Sock) with our favourite rain-repellent GORE-TEX material, too. Guess we’ve got to get both then. With boost technology on board and a form-fitting Primeknit upper to finish, these sneakers offer the comfiest ride through winter you could want.

The classic Chuck is a timeless design (it’s been going strong since 1917) and has appeared in countless design riffs – from recent outings with Flyknit and Lunarlon, to the vintage-style 1970s collection. So this rugged winter take is a clear no-brainer. Chuck’s sneakerboot-style remix comes with a waterproof nubuck upper, an inner bootie and a chunky lugged outsole for unbeatable grip.

Last up: the Swoosh. Its defining feature? Indestructibility. Seriously... Between the metal ghillie eyelets and the moulded toe box, this beefed-up take on the basketball icon can withstand everything even the worst of winter could throw at it, and then some. Plus, the triple black colourway takes it next level.