Walter's
Winter Sole
Winter Sole by Walter's at Simons is a full-length cushioned shoe insole designed to provide warmth and comfort. It features a soft fleece upper layer and a non-slip metallic coating on the underside, which should be placed facing down inside the shoe. The insole's durable stitched edge construction and cushioned sole offer reliable everyday support.
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Shoe Accessories
Color
Specifications
Cushioned shoe insert with soft fleece upper and metallic coating for warmth and non-slip grip.
Soft fleece upper layer, metallic non-slip coating, cushioned comfort, heat reflection
- Material
- Upper: Synthetic foam, textile; Back: Alutex
- Gender
- female
- Condition
- new
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Shoe Accessories
Additional Attributes
- cushioned sole for comfort
- soft fleece upper layer for warmth
- metallic coating prevents slipping inside shoe
- heat-reflective metallic layer retains warmth
- easy insertion with metallic side down
Product Insights
Walter's Winter Sole insoles deliver an affordable warmth solution by reflecting 95% of foot's radiant heat through a three-layer system that includes quick-drying fleece, cushioning foam, and reflective Alutex with a non-slip grip, all in a foil-thin profile that preserves shoe fit without requiring a size up. However, the tradeoff involves careful sizing (women order two sizes down), compatibility limited to boots and casual shoes with ample volume (not tight dress shoes), a 6-12 month lifespan, and hand-wash air-dry care, all for $10—a more budget-friendly option than wool alternatives.
Verified claims
- Heat reflection
- The Alutex metallic underside reflects up to 95% of the foot's radiant heat back toward the foot.
- Anti-slip
- Alutex coating provides anti-slip grip to prevent insoles from shifting.
- Non-slip
- No adhesive; Alutex coating prevents insole slipping.
- Sizing
- Sizing uses a men's scale; women should order two sizes down from their usual women's size — for example, a women's 8 selects men's 6.
- Shoe compatibility
- Designed for boots and casual shoes with ample volume, not for tight dress shoes.
- Layer system
- Three-layer system with quick-drying fleece, cushioning foam, and reflective Alutex (95% radiant heat) with non-slip grip; hand-wash air-dry only.
- Care
- Hand-wash and air-dry only; avoid heat and machine-washing.
- Lifespan
- Replace after 6-12 months or when deep heel impressions appear.
- Reflectivity
- Upper: synthetic foam & textile; Back: Alutex reflects 95% of body heat.
- Profile
- Foil-thin insole preserves original shoe fit, no size up needed.
- Affordability
- At 10 CAD, these insoles are more affordable than wool alternatives.
- Upper layer material
- The upper is vegan synthetic fleece — an animal-free alternative to wool — made of polyester that dries faster than natural fleece.
- Placement
- Place the insoles with the metallic side down toward the bottom of the shoe; this orientation helps the Alutex layer reflect heat upward and grip the shoe bed.
- Moisture management
- After snowy or sweaty days, pull the insoles out of the boots to air separately overnight; damp foam permanently compresses faster, so regular ventilation can extend the usable life.
Product record
- Title
- Winter Sole
- Brand
- Walter's
- Price
- 10 CAD
- Availability
- In stock
Buying Guide
1 comparison · 8 sourcesUses
Warming insoles for cold-weather shoes and boots
Slip these insoles into shoes or boots for extra warmth in low temperatures. The fleece top layer sits underfoot for soft warmth, while the metalised bottom reflects cold for enhanced insulation; per the maker's instructions, insert the metallic side toward the bottom. An anti-slip coating is designed to keep the insole secure, and they suit most types of shoes and boots.[1,2,3]
Warm, cushioned comfort for everyday shoes
Slide this insole into your shoes for extra cushioning on cold-weather days, with a soft fleece upper layer to keep feet warm. Walter's says the foam layer adds cushioning that absorbs impact and provides comfort for everyday, all-day wear.[1,3]
Product comparison
Compared within this brand.
| Winter Sole: Choose this if you want winter insoles for most shoes and boots, with a cushioning foam layer for all-day everyday comfort and a vegan black fleece top layer for soft warmth. The metalised bottom is designed to reflect cold back toward the foot for added insulation in low temperatures, with an anti-slip coating to keep the insoles secure. Note that sizing follows men's sizing, so women are instructed to order two sizes down; the insoles come in Black in sizes 5 to 10, with the metallic side to be inserted toward the bottom.[1,2,3] | Gel Insole: Choose this if you want a gel insole for shock absorption, cushioning, and long-lasting comfort during walking or active sports, with antibacterial technology for freshness. It comes in one grey size that you trim to fit your shoes, with gel pads in the forefoot and heel areas on a molded underside. Note that fitting requires cutting it yourself, so it suits shoes you are comfortable trimming an insert for.[4,5] | Shoe Comfort Kit: Choose this if you want an easy-to-use set of six foam and gel inserts—two ball-of-foot pads, two non-skid sole grips, and two heel protectors—to reduce rubbing, pressure, and slipping in everyday, work, or trainer-style closed shoes. It is designed to fill the gap at the back of oversized shoes and stop forward sliding, which Walter's says can make a shoe feel and fit roughly half a size smaller, and it is described as especially helpful for breaking in new footwear or preventing blisters. It comes in one size, so it suits shoes needing only minor fit and comfort adjustments rather than a full resize.[6,7,8] |
Image Analysis
1 images- 01
Product
Two shoe insoles laid flat, one showing a black felt-like surface and the other showing a crinkled silver foil-like surface with visible perimeter stitching.
- Left insole surfaceFull-length insole displayed with a uniform matte black felt-like textile surface and rounded toe and heel contours; surface shows a faint textured nap and a stitched perimeter seam following the outline.
1 region
x 0.03 · y 0.03 · w 0.45 · h 0.94 (high) - Right insole foil surfaceFull-length insole displayed with a crinkled metallic silver foil-like top layer covering the entire visible face; foil shows fine horizontal wrinkles across its length and follows the same rounded toe and heel outline.
1 region
x 0.47 · y 0.03 · w 0.46 · h 0.94 (high) - Perimeter zigzag stitchingVisible dark zigzag stitching runs around the full perimeter of the right insole, forming a serrated line where the foil layer meets the darker edge material; similar stitched seam visible on the left insole following its outline.
2 regions
x 0.47 · y 0.03 · w 0.46 · h 0.94 (high); x 0.03 · y 0.03 · w 0.45 · h 0.94 (high) - Edge trim and joinDarker narrow edge trim runs around the outermost border of both insoles where layers are joined; on the right insole this trim is adjacent to the foil and contrasts with the silver center.
2 regions
x 0.47 · y 0.03 · w 0.46 · h 0.94 (high); x 0.03 · y 0.03 · w 0.45 · h 0.94 (high)
Other
Studio-style product shot on a uniform light gray background with even top lighting and minimal cast shadow; image is centered and cropped to include both insoles fully.
- Background and lightingEven neutral light gray background with soft, diffuse lighting that creates minimal shadows beneath the insoles.
- CompositionTwo insoles arranged side by side vertically with toes toward the top of the frame; image is tightly cropped so each insole nearly reaches the top and bottom edges.
Colors
deep black· felt upper and perimeter stitching#0E0E0Emetallic silver· foil top layer#C5C5CA- Left insole surfaceFull-length insole displayed with a uniform matte black felt-like textile surface and rounded toe and heel contours; surface shows a faint textured nap and a stitched perimeter seam following the outline.
Brand PDP Lookup
- Brand
- Walter's
Winter Insole