on a side note i am truly glad i decided to buy a pair of goretex lined winter boots for winter riding. i've never had dry feet while on a bike in this type of weather. to answer jet's question, yes it is dorky to ride in waterproof boots but it's so comfortable it worth it. plus if you have enough confidence, the dork factor can be perceived as ironic and thus cool. if you don't believe me look it up in vice magazine...