Why Choose Timberland Boots?
Rugged builds and street style come together in Timberland boots from Timberland. Models like the Premium 6-Inch bring seam-sealed waterproof construction, premium leather and rubber lug outsoles for trails, job sites and everyday outfits.
What Is the Story Behind Timberland?
Timberland's story starts in 1952, when shoemaker Nathan Swartz bought into the Abington Shoe Company. In 1973 the Swartz family introduced the waterproof yellow boot, one of the first waterproof leather boots of its kind, made with injection molding that fused the sole to the leather without stitching, ready for tough New England winters. The company became The Timberland Company in 1978, and the 6-inch wheat nubuck Yellow Boot is still its best-known model. First worn by construction workers, Timberland boots moved into hip-hop and street style in the 1980s and '90s, when Tupac, Biggie and members of the Wu-Tang Clan wore them.
What Can You Find in Timberland Footwear?
Look for men's and women's styles and kids' sizes for boys and girls. Beyond boots, the collection includes Timberland shoes and apparel, so one brand can cover work days, cold weather and casual outfits.
What Are the Most Popular Styles of Timberland Boots?
- Premium 6-Inch Boot: Choose the classic wheat nubuck boot when you want seam-sealed waterproof construction and premium leather for wet trails and slushy streets. Its footbed adds cushioning shaped to the foot.
- Euro Hiker: Pick the men's Euro Hiker in black when you want a darker, hiker-style boot to wear with joggers and hoodies.
How to Pick the Right Pair of Timberlands
Start with how you plan to wear them, then match the height and the fit, whether you are shopping men's Timberland boots or boys' Timberland sneakers.
- Waterproofing: Check whether the exact boot lists seam-sealed waterproof construction or a water-resistant treatment, since the two handle wet weather differently.
- Outsole and traction: Look at the lug pattern and rubber outsole listed for each boot, and match it to the ground you cover most, from slick streets to trails.
- Insulation and season: Choose an insulated pair for cold months and an uninsulated pair for milder days.
- Fit: Sizing can vary from one model to the next, so check the Hibbett size chart before you order.
Key Terms for Timberland Footwear
- Nubuck - Leather buffed to a soft, velvety nap; the classic wheat Timberland boot is made of it.
- Seam-sealed waterproof - A build where the seams themselves are sealed, so water can't get in through the stitching.
- Injection molding - Molding the sole directly onto the upper instead of stitching it, which helps keep water out.
Timberland Member Benefits
Members also enjoy Free Shipping for Members, Free 60 Day Returns, and rewards that stack up fast. Earn $10 for every $200 spent, plus 15% off for new rewards members.
Timberland Boots FAQs
How Does Timberland PRO Compare With the Classic Yellow Boot?
Timberland PRO is the company's line of industrial boots, made for work. The classic yellow boot also shows up on job sites, but choose PRO when you need a boot built specifically for industrial wear.
Does a Timberland Boot Run True to Size?
Timberland notes that its men's Premium 6-Inch boot runs large and suggests sizing down a half size for an everyday fit, or a full size at 12 and up. For other boots, line your foot length up with the Hibbett size chart for that style.
Are Timberland Boots Waterproof?
Waterproofing comes on specific styles rather than on every pair, so look for a waterproof style before you buy. The Premium 6-Inch Boot, for example, lists seam-sealed waterproof construction.
How Do You Clean Timberland Nubuck Boots?
After each wear, lift dirt with a buffing bar and nylon brush, wipe with foaming cleanser on a dry cloth, then dry fully away from sunlight and brush the nap. Deep clean each season, send tough stains to a professional, use cedar shoe trees and waterproof before winter.
