45Nrth is best-known for their sub-zero cycling boots, studded fat bike tires, and technical apparel made for riding in the deep mid-winter in their home state of Minnesota and wherever winter hits hardest. They aim to get you outside and as comfortable as possible in the most frigid of temperatures.

Being based in the Pacific Northwest, where more often than not we’re able to ride year-round without bundling up the same way that people do on the eastern side of the continent, I mistakenly thought that their line-up didn’t include anything that would be appropriate for milder winter rides.

45Nrth’s Ragnarök shoes, however, are designed specifically for cool and wet conditions. For parts of the world that get a “real” snowy winter, they’re a spring or fall option. For the PNW, they’re an all-winter option, as torrential rain and temperatures hovering around freezing are common. Offered in 14 sizes, 45Nrth has designed them to be worn down to 25ºF+ / -3ºC. They have an adjustable velcroed neoprene ankle, a BOA closure and work with 2-bolt mountain compatible cleats.

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