I saw some old threads regarding this but wanted to bring it into the present and 2019. I have a short walking/biking commute to work that's about 1.5 miles. I usually walk in good weather. The problem is that my route includes a crossing over a small stream with anywhere from 1 to 3 inches of water across about 7 feet. Presumably, the creek will be dry during the summer months. I don't bother crossing (go the long way around) during rainy weather or soon thereafter, as the creek runs even higher.
So...looking for suggestions for boots that will easily withstand a few inches of running water. Ideally, the best mix of price, durability, resilience to water, and comfort. The latter is very important, I'd really like comfy shoes to make it easy and encourage myself to keep up the walking commute habit. Please keep in mind that these boots will also be used for the rest of my walk along urban roads. If it weren't for the stream and the sometimes muddy surrounding area, I'd wear tennis shoes. I need to visit some physical retail places this weekend to figure out my shoe size for hiking boots...I have weird feet and depending on the type and style of shoe, require different sizes.
On top of specific brand and shoe types, how exactly do you buy them to save $? I was thinking ebay but open to alternatives.
TIA and happy friday!