USB gadgets – especially ones that, at first glance, seem a trifle ridiculous – are all the rage these days, despite the standard’s somewhat weedy 5V at 5mA power capabilities, and heated gloves and socks have long been available – but how about heated hiking boots?

That’s the plan from Columbia Sportwear, which has just launched the Omni-Heat Boots – part of the company’s Omni-Heat range of winter wear – which are specifically designed to keep your pedal extremities nice and warm while you’re out on a winter wander.

Profiled over on Gearlog , the boots appear – at first glance – to be a fairly standard, high-ankle hiking boot.  Everything you would expect from a boot is present and correct: high-grip, non-slip rubber sole; adjustable laces with multi-level hooks for comfort; high-visibility yellow highlights; and comfortable padding within to make sure you don’t get any injuries during your expedition.

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