Viking VW58-3 Winter Bushwhacker Boots, Sizes 8 to 13

Insulated Chainsaw Boots with Class 3 Cut Protection, 18kV Electric Shock Resistance, and Removable Foam Liner

Product Overview

Winter forestry puts chainsaw operators in sub-zero conditions where standard boots stiffen, and feet go numb within hours. The Viking Winter Bushwhacker boots solve that with a removable foam liner rated to -70°C that dries between shifts. These insulated chainsaw boots carry Class 3 cut protection (EN ISO 17249:2013), Grade 1 steel toe (CSA Z195-14, ASTM F3413-24), and 18kV electric shock resistance.

Key Features and Benefits of Viking VW58-3 Winter Bushwhacker Boots

• Removable Foam Liner for Extreme Cold: The foam liner insulates to -70°C/-100°F and pulls out for drying between shifts. Wet insulation loses thermal value fast, so a removable liner that starts each shift dry outperforms fixed insulation in sustained cold. Winter chainsaw boots with pull-out liners let crews reset warmth overnight instead of wearing damp boots the next morning.
• Class 3 Chainsaw Cut Protection: The boot carries the CSA Z195-14 Green Fir Tree symbol, rated to EN ISO 17249:2013 at 28 m/sec chain speed. Cut-resistant material in the leg jams the chain before it reaches your foot. The VW58-3 matches the Class 3 rating of the non-insulated VW58-1 with added cold-weather insulation.
• 18kV Electric Shock Resistance: Marked with the CSA Omega symbol, the boot provides electric shock protection up to 18kV. Arborists trimming near overhead wiring and utility crews on live sites need electric shock-resistant boots that meet this standard. The rubber construction contributes to the electrical isolation.
• Grade 1 Steel Toe and Plate with Metatarsal Guard: The steel toe and plate meet CSA Z195-14 and ASTM F3413-24 Grade 1 for impact and compression protection. An air-cushioned heel with Achilles tendon, ankle, and metatarsal coverage absorbs shock from uneven ground and shields the upper foot from falling debris.
• NBR Lug Sole with Ice Stud Compatibility: The NBR lug sole resists abrasion, chemicals, and oil while exceeding 305,000 flex cycles. It accepts aftermarket ice studs for traction on frozen ground, one of the few cold-weather forestry boots that combine Class 3 chainsaw protection with ice stud compatibility.

Specifications

Applications

Harvesters and chainsaw operators working through Canadian winters need insulated chainsaw boots that maintain cut protection in freezing conditions. The Viking Winter Bushwhacker boots are rated to -70°C with a foam liner that pulls out for overnight drying. Most chainsaw boots with liner insulation use fixed materials that trap perspiration and lose warmth after a few hours; the pull-out design resets thermal performance each morning.

Arborists trimming near power lines in winter conditions rely on electric shock-resistant boots with 18kV protection. The VW58-3 combines that electrical rating with Class 3 chainsaw cut protection for tree work where both hazards are present on the same site.

Log quality inspectors and forestry conservation workers who spend full shifts in sub-zero temperatures need cold weather forestry boots with steel toe and cut protection. Construction crews pouring footings or setting forms in winter also require insulated forestry boots rated for sustained cold.

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Winter vs. Non-Winter Chainsaw Boots

The Viking VW58-1 Bushwhacker boots use a cotton canvas lining that works in moderate temperatures. When overnight lows stay below freezing and daytime highs hover near zero, that lining does not retain enough heat for a full shift. The Viking Winter Bushwhacker boots replace it with a foam liner rated to -70°C/-100°F while keeping the same Class 3 chainsaw protection, 18kV electric shock resistance, and Grade 1 steel toe.

For crews who use chainsaws in freezing conditions, winter chainsaw boots need to maintain both cut protection and warmth across a full shift. Most chainsaw boots with liner options use fixed insulation that traps perspiration and dries slowly inside the boot. The VW58-3's removable liner avoids that cycle.

When Standard Insulated Boots Are Not Enough

General-purpose insulated forestry boots lack chainsaw cut protection. On a winter logging site where chain contact is possible, insulated chainsaw boots like the VW58-3 combine warmth and Class 3 safety in one boot. The VW58-3 also accepts aftermarket ice studs for traction on frozen or icy terrain.

For sites that require a permanent caulked sole with chainsaw protection, the Viking VW69-1 Timberwolf caulked chainsaw boots carry Class 3 cut protection on a spiked sole. The Timberwolf is not insulated, so pair it with thermal socks in sustained cold.

Buy Insulated Chainsaw Boots Online from Cleanflow

The Viking Winter Bushwhacker boots (VW58-3) are available from Cleanflow Utility Supply Company, an authorized Viking Footwear distributor. Free shipping on orders over $199. Ships across Canada and the United States. For crew orders, sizing, or product questions, email info@cleanflow.ca. Returns accepted within 30 days.

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