Thatnks for this advice Big Swede. Due to tighter finances I don't think I could stretch to the High Pros anyway. I am thinking Scout, a size larger than I am and with the addition of felt inner soles or a bootee and/or a pair of thick angorra socks would do the trick for pretty cold weather? How far do you think you could push this boot (with the right insole and socks) in terms of climate/temp do you think? Could I, for instance feel comfortable in mid-winter in northern Sweden/Norway/Finland?
Your thoughts and experience of such boots and climate would be invaluable.
If they are big enough to fit two pairs of woolen socks, it would be no problem in midwinter scandinavia. But as I've mentioned, skis and skiing boots are my preferred way to travel in those circumstances.