Cold Rating – Shoes
This guide will help you understand JALAS Cold Rating Symbols and how to use them when choosing shoes for cold environments.
JALAS Cold Rating Symbols – Guidance for Cold Environments
The Cold Rating system is based on the linings inside JALAS shoes, showing how they are adapted to different weather conditions. Each symbol represents a category — Cool, Cold, Very Cold, or Extreme Cold — with an explanation of the shoe’s lining and insulation. Since everyone experiences cold differently, these ratings should be seen as guidance rather than exact rules. They help you understand the level of warmth and protection you can expect, making it simpler to find the right JALAS shoes for your work environment or outdoor needs.
Rating – Cool
Lining: Technical fleece – a micro-thin polyester fabric providing softness, warmth, and breathability.
Best for: Mildly cool conditions.
Rating – Cold
Lining/Insulation: Materials such as Thinsulate™ or faux fur lining.
Best for: Cold conditions where added insulation is needed.
Rating – Very Cold
Lining/Insulation: Fully winter-lined with a mix of insulation (e.g., Thinsulate™) and warm linings like faux fur.
Best for: Very cold winter days with long exposure outdoors.
Rating – Extreme Cold
Lining/Insulation: Built for harsh conditions with a combination of insulation materials, fur, and a waterproof membrane.
Best for: Extreme cold and wet environments.
Stay Warm on the Move
JALAS Work Boots for Winter Conditions
Discover work boots crafted to keep you safe in cool to extreme cold conditions, with linings designed to provide the right balance of warmth, comfort, and protection. Visit our Winter and Cold Conditions page to find the footwear best suited to your needs.